Our Techniques

Mechanical blocking – a very low force technique

When this technique is chosen a pair of padded wedges are positioned under specific points of the pelvis when lying down, either face up or down. This is a slow and stretching technique and gravity is used to introduce into the pelvic and/or low back articulations a gradual force in the particular direction that seeks to counteract the biomechanical disharmony.

Manual adjusting – high force technique

This technique is only applied after careful consideration which may involve limited success from one of the lower force techniques. It is applied by the hands of the practitioner to the particular joint that has been determined to be faulty. Here it is put under tension and a sudden movement of the hands imparts a force. This physical property applied to the joint frees the bones and seeks to achieve a closer to normal motion within the articulation.

Stretching and exercises

Once motion has begun to stabilise at the affected joint/s rehabilitation can often be accelerated by specific stretching or exercises done at home. This is an encouraging phase to reach as the recovery program changes to have the patient take more of a role in managing their condition. It’s also good in that it is often associated with a reduction in the visit schedule.

Foot Levelers

The Healthmont Clinic recognises the importance of the architecture of the foot in body biomechanics. Alterations or failures in this architecture can lead to problems in ankles, knees, hips and low back. Accordingly, if it is deemed necessary we can evaluate your feet using the Foot Levelers protocols. This involves taking measurements, doing clinical tests and scanning your arches.

This examination determines if you would benefit from the arch supports, which are ordered from the USA.

For further investigations you can visit the Foot Levelers website; www.footlevelers.com

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