FAQ's
Frequently Asked Questions
I have not seen a Chiropractor at your clinic before – what appointment do I need?
If you would like Chiropractic treatment but have not seen a Chiropractor at our clinic before you will need to book an initial consultation.
How long does the initial consultation take?
Please allow up to an hour for this appointment
What should I wear?
It is better to wear clothing that you are comfortable in and allows for movement. We may ask you to remove certain items of clothing during your examination but a gown and/or shorts will always be offered and we would make every effort to ensure you feel comfortable.
Can I claim on my health insurance?
Our Chiropractors are all registered with the General Chiropractic Council and many health insurance policies cover Chiropractic, however, this will depend on the policy you have. If you would like to claim on your health insurance then please make sure your policy covers treatment at our clinic. We no longer claim directly from insurance companies but will provide an invoice / receipt with our details to allow you to claim the fees back.
Do I need to contact my GP?
No. Chiropractic is a primary contact health profession. This means we are trained to make a diagnosis therefore a referral from you GP is not necessary. Here at Prime Therapy Clinic we think it is important to communicate with your GP and make sure they are fully informed of the treatment you are receiving . For that reason, with your permission, we may send a report to your GP of our findings and treatment administered.
Does treatment hurt?
Although it can be uncomfortable but should not be painful and very often it is pain free. You may experience some temporary discomfort after manual therapy, however this is short lived and will last less than a day or so.
Shockwave Therapy can feel a little uncomfortable. If you find this, please let your therapist know and they can adjust the settings on the machine.
Massage can be uncomfortable if it is deep tissue but a relaxing massage should not be painful. Massage will always be modified to suit your preferences.
How many Chiropractic treatments will I need?
This will depend on your particular condition, how severe it is, how long you have had it etc.., Other factors such as your response to treatment, your goals for care and how much of your chiropractors advice you follow will also influence the number of sessions someone has, Here at Prime Therapy Clinic we would usually expect a significant improvement by the 4th treatment if it is a new problem and in conditions that have been there for a long time we would expect to see a change after the 4th to 6th treatment. Depending on your goals for care some people continue with further treatment for further rehabilitation as well as to help maintain optimum wellbeing and maintenance.
Throughout your course of care we will regularly reassess your progress. By measuring the changes against the examination results carried out at your initial appointment, we can monitor your improvements throughout your care and ensure we are giving you the best and most appropriate treatment.
How many Shockwave sessions will I need?
It has been shown that a course of shockwave is the most effective and this is usually between 4-6 Shockwave Therapy sessions.
Can I book a massage without seeing a Chiropractor?
Yes, if you would like to book a massage you can do so without having an initial consultation with the Chiropractor first. However, please note this would just be for a massage and would not include any diagnosis or specific recommendations if you have pain or an injury. For this reason if you have a pain or an injury we recommend you have an initial consultation with a Chiropractor who will be able to assess and diagnose then offer more specific recommendations. They then may refer you to the massage therapist if they feel it would be beneficial to you.
What is the difference between a Chiropractor, Physio, and Osteopath?
There is a lot of overlap between these professions and the biggest differences are historic. All three are regulated healthcare professions that require University based education to become qualified. As a generalisation Chiropractors and Osteopaths tend to provide more hands-on treatment and Physios would do more exercise-based interventions. Chiropractic techniques tend to be quicker more specific movements over a shorter range to improve movement in joints whereas Osteopathic techniques tend to be slower bigger movements. The Chiropractors at our Clinic all provide a range of different techniques on joints and muscles and will prescribe home exercises as well as advice to support your treatment.