Frequently Asked Questions

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What should I wear to my appointment?

We suggest you wear comfortable loose fitting clothing however whatever clothes you arrive in, our team will take care of you.

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Are Chiropractic adjustments safe?

Absolutely. Long term research shows that joint manipulation is one of the safest approaches for relieving pain compared to many different medical approaches.

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Why is there a “click” when I have an adjustment?

When you have an adjustment, fluid pops and turns into a gas bubble in the joint space. The great thing about this is it relaxes muscles around the joint and increases how far it moves.This may need to be repeated a few times in succession to get the joint to return to its normal, fully mobile state.

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Why do adjustments need to be done?

Sustained posture, constant heavy lifting, too much sitting in front of a computer or poor work conditions can all attribute to joints not moving, self lubricating and repairing properly. Having adjustments re-establishes correct movement and allows the body to move with better efficiency.

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Will I receive treatment at the first visit?

Yes! Unless your Chiropractor feels the need to refer you for any tests first.

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Will I need X-Rays?

In most cases a diagnosis can be made without X-Rays. However Dr McNamara practices the Gonstead method, which may require an X-Ray. A referral will be given for this.

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Can I claim private health cover?

Yes. We have HICAPS allowing you to claim immediately.

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Does it hurt?

The manipulations/adjustments usually do not hurt at all. Sometimes the muscle work can be firm but we always work to each individual’s tolerance.