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Chiropractic is the 3rd largest health profession in the world after medicine and dentistry. A chiropractor is a primary health care doctor – who specialises in spinal health and well being. They focus on the prevention, diagnosis and conservative treatment of spine related disorders and other painful joint issues. In South Africa it is required to complete a 6 year degree before one can be registered as a practitioner. The word chiro means “done by hand” thus spinal adjustments form the cornerstone of chiropractic treatment. An adjustments is a safe, gentle, controlled force applied to a joint to restore proper function and mobility and reduce pain. Chiropractors also provide soft tissue therapies, lifestyle recommendations and can provide postural, fitness and nutritional advise. Accidents, falls, stress or overuse can negatively impact your spine and other joints. Left unresolved, these issues make you more susceptible to chronic problems. Chiropractic treatment helps improve quality of life without drugs or surgery and is a safe, effective and affordable health care choice.