Book Appointment

Chiropractic or Physiotherapy?

Dr. Tim Jacobs DC LRCC MChiro February 8, 2023 | News

Chiropractic or Physiotherapy?

A common question we often get asked here at Pure is what’s the difference between a chiropractor and a physiotherapist, and who is best to see?

Typically chiropractors are looking to the spine and joints and making specific corrections or ‘adjustments’ to restore normal movement and function. In our modern environment most of us either use a mobile phone, computer or drive a car, and in some cases all three! Regular usage creates postural strain and puts our spine and joints under a lot of stress and in doing so creates a lot of stiffness and dysfunction. Chiropractors are trained to assess these joints and are able to restore proper movement via a specific chiropractic adjustment.

Postural strain also brings a lot of muscle tension that compensate and begin to over work. This is where a physiotherapist comes in, physiotherapists are trained to assess and treat this muscle imbalance through different techniques such as trigger point therapy, dry needling, active release and others.

Normally at Pure we use a combination of both techniques as both complement each other and allow us to get better and quicker results. There are certain cases where a chiropractor or a physiotherapist might be more useful but most people will benefit from seeing both.

Recommended Posts

The Truth About Posture Gimmicks

The Truth About Posture Gimmicks

by Dr Haleema Khan MChiro February 14, 2024

Dear Wellness Community, In our quest for better posture, it's tempting to lean on quick...
Read more
Stay Cool, Stay Hydrated: Essential Tips for a Refreshing Summer

Stay Cool, Stay Hydrated: Essential Tips for a Refreshing Summer

by Dr. Tim Jacobs DC LRCC MChiro June 15, 2023

Are you sticking to your fitness and nutrition goals so far? If so, there may...
Read more
Want a healthy back?

Want a healthy back?

by Dr Haleema Khan MChiro December 29, 2022

Use the following tips to keep your back strong and healthy: Work those muscles! Exercising...
Read more