Chiropractic & Manual Therapy in Berlin
Manual treatment for joint blockages, pain and limited mobility
- Chiropractic therapy for functional musculoskeletal problems
- Treatment of blockages in the spine and joints
- Manual therapy by experienced orthopedic specialists
Chiropractic therapy is a method of manual medicine. The physician examines and treats functional disorders of the joints, muscles and spine with targeted manual techniques. Often this involves so-called blockages. This means that a joint does not move freely, even though there does not have to be any visible injury.
At MVZ VITALIS in Berlin-Buckow, we use chiropractic therapy as part of conservative orthopedics. It may be an option for certain types of pain, muscle tension and limited mobility, especially when the symptoms have a functional cause.
Identifying and releasing blockages and functional disorders
Not every movement restriction has a serious cause. Sometimes an awkward movement, one-sided strain, muscle tension or sitting for a long time is enough to make an area of the spine or a joint feel "blocked". Typical symptoms are pain, stiffness or the feeling of not being able to move freely.
Chiropractic treatment is always preceded by an orthopedic examination. Our specialists in orthopedics and trauma surgery check mobility, pain points, muscle tension, posture and possible neurological abnormalities. If necessary, X-ray, ultrasound or MRI can be included.
Only once the symptoms have been properly assessed can we decide whether chiropractic therapy can be applied in a useful and safe way.
Typical applications of chiropractic therapy
Chiropractic therapy can help with symptoms that are partly caused by impaired mobility, muscle tension or functional blockages. This often concerns the spine. Joints outside the spine can also be affected.
Blockages or muscular dysfunction can play a role in certain types of back pain. Chiropractic therapy can help improve mobility and reduce painful movement restrictions.
Pain in the cervical spine is often related to muscle tension, poor posture or limited mobility. A careful examination is particularly important before any treatment of the cervical spine.
Blockages in the thoracic or lumbar spine can cause pain when turning, bending, straightening up or breathing deeply. Depending on the findings, manual treatment may be an option.
Functional disorders can also occur outside the spine. The goal of treatment is to improve mobility and influence impaired movement patterns.
Muscles and joints influence each other. When tense muscles and limited mobility occur together, chiropractic therapy can be part of a conservative treatment plan.
Chiropractic therapy as part of conservative orthopedics
At MVZ VITALIS, chiropractic therapy is one possible component of conservative treatment. Depending on the cause of the symptoms, other methods may be useful, for example physical therapy, acupuncture, kinesio taping, pain therapy or targeted exercise.
The goal is to relieve pain, improve mobility and prevent symptoms from recurring as far as possible. Which combination makes sense depends on the findings and the course of treatment.
Good to know for patients
FAQ about chiropractic therapy
Chiropractic therapy is a method of manual medicine. Functional disorders of the joints, muscles and spine are examined and treated with targeted manual techniques. The goal is to improve mobility and relieve symptoms.
The terms are often used in a similar way in everyday language. In Germany, Chirotherapie usually refers to an additional medical qualification in manual medicine held by physicians. A medical examination before treatment is important so that symptoms can be properly assessed and possible risks taken into account.
Chiropractic therapy may be an option for certain types of back pain, neck pain, limited mobility, muscle tension and functional blockages. What matters is whether the symptoms are actually partly caused by a treatable functional disorder.
After the examination, the physician selects suitable manual techniques. These can be mobilizing techniques in which a joint is moved gently.
In certain cases, short, targeted impulses are used. The treatment itself usually takes only a few minutes.
Depending on the findings, it can be combined with other measures, such as exercise recommendations, physical therapy, kinesio taping, pain therapy or targeted exercises.
The treatment is usually well tolerated. Depending on the symptoms, a technique may be briefly uncomfortable, but it should not be unnecessarily painful. Mild irritation or a feeling similar to sore muscles is possible after the treatment.
After chiropractic treatment, mild pain, a feeling similar to sore muscles or brief irritation in the treated area may occur temporarily. These symptoms usually subside quickly. Before the treatment, we check whether chiropractic therapy is suitable for your situation.
Chiropractic therapy should not be performed, or only after careful evaluation, in cases of bone fractures, acute inflammation, severe osteoporosis, tumors in the treatment area or certain neurological abnormalities. After accidents, or in the case of paralysis, sensory disturbances, fever or severe radiating pain, a thorough evaluation is required first.
Some patients feel more mobility or less tension immediately after the treatment. In other cases, several treatment steps or additional measures are needed. How well chiropractic therapy works depends on the cause and duration of the symptoms.
Whether the costs are covered depends on your insurance, the diagnosis and the respective requirements. We will inform you before the treatment begins if costs arise or if it makes sense to clarify coverage with your health insurance provider.
Would you like to find out whether chiropractic therapy is an option for your symptoms, or are you interested in treatment? Then feel free to book an appointment at our practice in Berlin-Buckow.
Book an appointment for chiropractic therapy now
Do you have back pain, neck pain, limited mobility or the feeling of a blockage in your spine or joints? Then feel free to book an appointment at MVZ VITALIS, Center for Orthopedics and Pain Therapy in Berlin-Buckow.
After an orthopedic examination, our specialists will advise you on whether chiropractic therapy is an option for your symptoms and which other conservative treatment options may be useful.