Chiropractic FAQs

Q: Do I need to be referred to a Chiropractor by my GP?

No, you do not need to be referred by yoru GP to receive Chiropractic. Many local GP and Consultants do refer patients to our Centre for treatment.

Chiropractors are primary contact healthcare professionals and so are trained to diagnose your problem and know when it is appropriate to treat and when not treat you. If Chiropractic treatment is not suitable for you, you will be referred to the appropriate healthcare professional such as your GP or Consultant.

Q: Will I be sore after treatment?

Generally Chiropractic treatment is painless, although initially there may be some short term minor discomfort which passes quickly for most patients. You will normally find that subsequent treatments are more pleasant as your symptoms improve.

Q: Will I need to have an x-ray?

At the Spine & Joint Center we do not routinely x-ray every patient. Your Chiropractor will determine whether there is a need for you to have an x-ray. If the Chiropractor believes that an x-ray is important to your treatment then he will discuss this with you.

Most back problems do not show up on x-ray and in fact are better diagnosed with a thorough spinal examination (including orthopaedic and neurological tests) and other diagnostic imaging such as MRI scans. Unfortunately some patients can believe that they are getting good care if they are sent for x-rays. However practitioners who routinely x-ray every patient are not in keeping with the accepted scientific evidence and national guidelines.

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From the Team at The Spine and Joint Centre

Experienced Ealing and Harrow Chiropractors that care for You
Serving the local communities of North West London
Including Ealing, Harrow, Wembley and Sudbury

Thank you Spine and Joint Centre! Very professional service. The reception staff are very welcoming and friendly. Rishi is fantastic and helped resolve my lower back issues. I would highly recommend.

Yasser Ranjha

14/07/2023

Excellent treatment by Dr R Loatey. I had such a bad shoulder pain for the last 9 months or so and nothing was helping! Having had quite a few sessions at the centre has helped me tremendously thank you so much 🙏

Nita Unadkat

23/06/2023

Rishi and the team are really professional and have helped improve my mobility. The front desk are always helpful and engaging and the therapist (Rishi) is personable and truly knows what to do to get you healing. I am continuing to see them for follow up treatment and to monitor my progress. The clinic is hygenic, bright and well situated. Thanks again to the team at this clinic for helping me on my journey to better mobility!

H J

27/02/2023

I was in pain,now I'm flying!

Piero Mannino

22/02/2023

Love the adjustments from Dr Lucy Hogan and outcome is great. If anybody looking for chiropractic treatments then look further. This is the one.

kelam62

14/02/2023

I recently visited the Spine and Joint Centre for my lower back pain where I was treated by Dr Hogan. After just a few visits, I could feel gradual alleviation in my back pain and I am now pain-free. I highly recommend the Spine and Joint Centre to anyone dealing with lower back pain.

Antonio Toma

02/02/2023

I started back in 2021 and have been seeing Dr Rishi who has solved all my problems and made me better than I was. It’s always nice seeing the staff and having a chat as they are very welcoming too. I would highly recommend if a chiropractor is needed.

Dilz Vekaria

20/12/2022

I recently injured my back, and had difficulty standing straight. When i called they made an appointment, they made one for me the next day. After a few sessions with Dr Rishi i was able to stand up straight without the use of a walking stick. If you have back and mobility issues i would reccomend this clinic if you are in the area.

Anthony Clarke

17/12/2022

I had a major groin injury that was causing me a lot of discomfort. After a few sessions with Rishi I felt an immediate improvement and his treatment made a massive difference, I would like to thank him and his team for all there efforts

Shivam Anand

02/12/2022

I can’t thank Dr Rishi enough for treating my elderly mother who was in agony with neck nerve pain radiating down her arm. After being disheartened by GP’s, I am so grateful for everyone who has left a google review and recommended the spine and joint centre and Dr Rishi. After the first treatment, my mother felt relief and had hope that she will be relieved of the pain. It has also been a great comfort for my mother because Dr Rishi speaks Punjabi and can speak to her directly without me having to translate for her. We will continue to see Dr Rishi for routine chiropractic care and I do not hesitate to recommend the Spine and Joint Centre for anyone looking for great patient care. The full team and receptionists are exceptional and customer service is professional, helpful with a patient-centred approach.

Jazz

01/12/2022

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