Treatments
Our interdisciplinary team consists of chiropractors, an osteopath, physiotherapists, a podiatrist, a reflexologist, a nutritionist, acupuncturists, masseurs and a midwife at two locations in the center of Copenhagen. We are all continuously in professional development.
Chiropractic
A chiropractor is a specialist in examination and diagnostics as well as treatment and prevention of disorders in the body's musculoskeletal system. The musculoskeletal system refers to the body's joints, muscles, connective tissue and the nervous system. What is Chiropractic? Chiropractic is a very effective, safe and gentle form of treatment for functional impairment and discomfort in the musculoskeletal system. Many symptoms such as headache, chest pain, dizziness and nausea as well as pain in the spine, pelvis, jaws, arms or legs can be treated by a chiropractor if the cause originates from the musculoskeletal system. The chiropractor is a specialist in finding the cause of your pain. See symptom overview. "Kiro" is Greek and means hand. In chiropractic treatment, a wide range of techniques such as stretching, mobilization and manipulation are used of the body's joints and muscles with the aim of optimizing joint function. Locked joints, tensions and malfunctions can occur from long-term improper loading or from a sudden wrong or unfortunate movement. If you feel bad, physically or mentally, it can mean that you are tensing your muscles. This tension can eventually develop into stiff and locked joints - and hence a wide range of secondary symptoms that your chiropractor can help you with. For optimal benefit from the chiropractic treatment, it can be useful to combine it with other forms of treatment. In Kiropraktik i Centrum, we attach great importance to interdisciplinary work and have associated a number of different therapists, as independent treatment services or as a supplement to the primary treatment. By having several therapists under the same roof, we have the opportunity for effective interdisciplinary collaboration which ensures that the patient receives the best possible treatment. Why is chiropractic treatment so effective? The rapid stretching of the joint, which occurs during a manipulation treatment, causes an immediate stimulation of thousands of receptors (mechano-receptors), which are built into and around the joint and the joint's musculature. This leads to an immediate reflexive relaxation of overstretched, deep musculature that has prevented the joint from moving normally. When a joint does not move normally, various symptoms and discomfort can occur. This re-establishment of normal joint movement therefore alleviates these symptoms - regardless of whether it is pain, restlessness, discomfort, tingling, prickling, sleeping sensation or sensation of stiffness and/or tension etc. In addition, this stimulation of mechano-receptors will activate fast-conducting nerve fibers. When these are activated, they inhibit the impulses from the nerves that send information about pain into the central nervous system. With this, the pain does not reach our consciousness. Therefore, chiropractic can immediately relieve pain. During a manipulation, a chemical process also takes place in and around the joint, so that a lot of the body's own pain-relieving substances (neuropeptides) are released, again relieving pain. If a joint has been locked for a long time, the quick stretch of the joint will possibly stretch shortened connective tissue or scar tissue so that this does not hold the joint in an inappropriate and locked position. This means that you immediately experience a better function of the joint. Are there side effects to chiropractic treatment? With any treatment there are potential side effects. With chiropractic treatment, as with other treatments, there can be both negative and positive side effects. Soreness and fatigue are the most common side effects of chiropractic treatment. Very rarely, transient side effects such as dizziness and nausea may occur. In a Swedish study, it was found that one in four patients experienced positive reactions to manipulation, such as easier breathing, better vision or hearing, better digestion and positive changes in heart rate and blood pressure. This is completely in line with the experiences chiropractors make daily in the clinic. We call them positive side effects or side benefits of manipulation. New research shows that serious complications associated with manipulation occur extremely rarely. The risk must be seen in relation to the most commonly used alternative - namely painkillers, where the risk of serious complications is many thousands of times greater. Why does it say crack? When the chiropractor manipulates a joint, the joint surfaces are very quickly pulled a few millimeters apart. This creates a short-term negative pressure in the joint, which causes a chemical reaction that turns some of the synovial fluid into gaseous form. When the joint has to return to equilibrium again, a small gas bubble occurs and a crack is heard. This cracking sound has given life to many myths about chiropractic. Link to video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aJLU-4M-hdE What does it mean that a link is locked? This means that there is reduced or no movement in the joint. If a joint moves poorly, often as a result of a sustained strain, irritation can occur in and around the joint, which causes the joint to tense up further. This can lead to blood having difficulty getting to and from the involved area and as a result, oxygen does not reach the muscles and waste products are not transported away, leading to further irritation in and around the joint. A vicious cycle is set in motion, the joint becomes increasingly stiff and pain can occur either suddenly or often gradually. This creates a strain in, for example, the neck or back. Do you get loose joints if you have several treatments? No - that's an old saying. On the contrary, normal movement is generally restored in and around the joints being treated. How long will it take for me to feel better? It is difficult to say. There are many factors that affect the prognosis. Diagnosis, age, basic form, psychological factors and duration of symptoms are all important factors. If you are able to pause or reduce some of the factors that caused the problem, it can speed up recovery. It is often only possible to give a preliminary answer to how long the course of the disease or the symptoms will last, after the first two to three treatments. You have to remember that the problem is not necessarily solved because the pain disappears quickly. Is it an advantage to call in sick when you are sick? No! - In most cases, it is recommended that, as far as possible, you keep busy with work and your usual daily activities. But in some cases it may be relevant to modify these or a sick leave. Your chiropractor, together with your doctor and possibly your employer, will be able to guide you here. If you have had back pain once, are you further exposed to it happening again? Back pain is what you call a lifestyle disease. 60-80% of the population experiences back pain during their lifetime. Often it goes away again either with or without treatment. Up to 90% of people who have suffered from back pain will have a relapse if - and when - they return to their usual lifestyle. If you have therefore had several relapses with your back, it may be a good idea as a preventive measure to visit your chiropractor at regular intervals instead of only seeking treatment when the damage has occurred. However, this can never replace the efforts you can make yourself by keeping in good shape and exercising your back regularly. Should I use ice or heat? Paradoxically, both ice and heat can be effective and can relieve joint and muscle pain. But as a general rule, we recommend ice for the first 6 hours, for acute or recent injuries. Ice anesthetizes the small nerve endings that send information about pain on to the central nervous system - and therefore acts as a pain reliever. When you remove the ice, there is subsequently an increase in blood flow in the area, and therefore local swelling is directly reduced. Indirectly, the reduced swelling will lead to further pain relief. Heat does not have this double effect, but can be soothing and muscle relaxing. After the first six hours of ice treatment, it is recommended to alternate between ice and heat. Few people cannot tolerate ice treatment. If you have arthritic pain, cold can worsen joint pain. If you suffer from arthritis, it is best to use a heating pad. Who can tolerate chiropractic treatment? Basically, everyone can tolerate chiropractic treatment. The treatment is adapted according to age, size and other factors that the chiropractor is trained to identify after a thorough medical history and examination. In a few cases, the chiropractor will not be able to treat you at all. for example, if we discover a fracture, dislocation, infection, some rheumatic diseases, cancer or, for example, some congenital bone anomalies. Likewise, we do not treat if there are neurological outcomes that are worsening. Your chiropractor is a specialist and therefore trained to identify these conditions and will further refer you to your own doctor if necessary. Should I keep calm when my back hurts? As much as possible, try to maintain normal activity when you have back pain. Movement overcomes pain, and therefore you will often feel better during and after movement. Light exercise is generally very effective in controlling joint pain: "Better to walk than to stand". In addition, movement and exercise have many positive side benefits, which overall help you when it hurts. See the "Good advice" section. What is a chiropractic consultation? Your first consultation will involve the chiropractor making his diagnosis based on your medical history, a clinical examination and possibly an X-ray examination. During the first consultation, the chiropractor also gets a general feeling as to whether there are any special things or barriers that you need to be aware of - for example, whether there is "chiropractor fear" - fear of being "broken". In these cases, it is important to be reassured that there are several alternative stretches and soft mobilizations that can be used. The medical history At the first consultation, you must explain in your own words what you are doing wrong. How does it hurt, what happened, how does it feel, what makes it worse and better, etc. Based on your explanation, the chiropractor will ask many in-depth questions to further understand relevant connections and causes of your symptoms. You will also be asked about previous illnesses, injuries, hospitalizations, medication use, stress at home, at work and in your free time, etc. Your medical history will always be the most central part of the diagnostic process. The chiropractor is bound by confidentiality and will record the information he receives from you. The clinical examination The examination starts with the chiropractor inspecting and analyzing your posture, build and musculature, both while you are standing still and while you are moving. The chiropractor then systematically maps the function of the musculoskeletal system – i.e. all joints in the pelvis, spine and neck - and often also from the arms and legs - to locate whether any malfunctions in the joints and muscles may be related to your symptoms. The chiropractor uses his hands (palpation) to find sources of pain in tendons, muscles, joints and nerves. There are often pain points in the muscles (so-called trigger points) and inflamed tendons or muscle attachments as a result of imbalances in muscles that may be too short, tight or weak. Malfunctions in joints often lead to imbalances in the musculature. Malfunctions in joints and muscles also often cause symptoms far from the area where the problem is. This is called “referred pain”. A classic example of this can be a headache as a result of a malfunction in the neck. Another example could be breathing difficulties and pain in the chest as a result of malfunctioning of the joints of the back between the shoulder blades. Classic orthopedic examinations are included as a fixed part of the clinical examination. Neurological examinations of reflexes, sense of touch and muscle strength are carried out if there is the slightest suspicion that a nerve may be affected as a result of, for example, calcifications or herniated discs. Your chiropractor will assess whether an X-ray examination is necessary. If that is the case, we at Chiropractic in the Center have our own digital X-ray equipment so that the examination can be carried out immediately. If there are uncertainties or the need for additional examinations before the diagnosis can be made, we will, with your permission, contact your own doctor. If we assess that the cause of your symptoms does not originate from the musculoskeletal system, you will be referred to your own doctor or other relevant specialist. It is standard procedure that your doctor is sent a description and results of the X-rays taken at the clinic. After the diagnosis has been made, the chiropractor will inform you of the extent of the problem and, together with you, create a treatment plan so that your body's normal / optimal function is restored. As a rule, the treatment begins already at the first consultation. The Education In Denmark, the chiropractor is trained at the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Southern Denmark. It is a five-year education followed by a one-year rotation with a practicing chiropractor. Unintended events Most of the time, everything goes as it should. But sometimes, unfortunately, something happens that shouldn't have happened. We call that an "unintended event". In the event of accidental incidents, we refer to the following guidelines from the Danish Agency for Patient Safety. Read more here.
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Physiotherapy
What is physiotherapy? Physiotherapy is a series of treatment methods and activities which target the body's movement potential and thereby help the individual to function as best as possible. The aim is to treat and prevent diseases and disorders in the musculoskeletal system. Physiotherapists treat the sick and promote the health of healthy people by working from an understanding that the body is interconnected and influenced by the environment. In this way, physiotherapists work on the basis that each person is unique and has different needs and resources. At the first consultation, your problems are uncovered on the basis of a thorough examination and medical history. Depending on the symptoms and the extent of the damage, it may be relevant to include information about your current lifestyle in order to guide you in making appropriate changes. This results in a functional diagnosis, which ensures you an understanding of your problem, and forms the basis for the further course of treatment. You will often be referred by one of the clinic's chiropractors, in which case further treatment will take place in dialogue with the chiropractor to ensure the best possible course of treatment. Physiotherapy is practiced with the aim of developing, maintaining or restoring maximum movement and functional ability throughout life and can benefit people of all ages, from newborns to the elderly. Physiotherapy is used in circumstances where movement and functional ability are threatened due to ageing, injury, illness or other factors.
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Massage
Physiurgical massage is one of the most well-known and used ways to treat pain from the body's muscles. Massage has a positive effect on the circulation, muscles, lymphatic and nervous systems. Therefore, massage can help to reduce muscle tension, miosis, stress, as well as relieve pain and contribute to the patient's increased well-being. At the same time, physical massage complements chiropractic treatment, which is why we often use massage as a supplement to chiropractic treatment. Our masseuses have many years of experience and the mutual sparring and development at the clinic contributes to a high level of commitment and continuous development of techniques and methods within massage and other forms of treatment. Read more about the individual masseurs under the "therapists" tab. Here you can also read more about their background and form of treatment.
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Osteopathy
What is osteopathy? Osteopathy is a medical science which seeks to restore the correct function of the human being. The balance between bones, muscles and nervous system is stimulated and made optimal by means of manual treatment. An osteopath works with the body's functional problems and seeks to create equilibrium in the body's various systems - nerves, muscles, bones, organs, skull - and all the structures that are connected to connective tissue as well as blood vessels and nerves. In addition to this, advice is given for a better state of health. An osteopath treats only with the hands through manipulation, pressure and stretching – without the use of medicine, needles or other surgical instruments. Osteopathy is also called manual medicine, because an osteopath, using his hands alone, makes a diagnosis, relieves pain and removes the blockages that bother and torment your body and reduce your mobility and opportunity for expression. How does osteopathy work? By removing blockages and improving the range of motion and quality of the joints, functional limitations and functional changes in joints and the body's soft tissues are corrected. The treatment can improve circulation and drainage in the affected area, which promotes healing by improving nutrient and oxygen supply to the tissue and removing metabolic products/wastes. The function of the nerves is also affected. This happens by freeing nerves that have been pinched or pressured and ensuring a sufficient blood supply. Osteopathy is effective for both acute problems and injuries and discomforts that have occurred over a longer period of time. The philosophy behind osteopathy? With an osteopath, you will be treated based on 3 basic principles: The body is a whole and must be considered/treated as such Under the right conditions, the body can heal itself The structure and function of the body are dependent on each other The osteopath is specialized in looking at how different parts of the body – bones, joints, connective tissue, muscles, organs etc. – work and influence each other. Precisely by considering the body as a whole and working on the deeper causes of the symptoms, effective and durable results are quickly produced with an osteopathic treatment. This is often seen already after a short course of treatment. Therefore, the treatment itself does not end until the osteopath has, so to speak, made himself redundant. When the optimal balance in the body has been restored, the osteopath will advise the patient about which tools and options, e.g. be exercises that are needed to maintain this optimal function.
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Acupuncture
At the clinic, we master three different forms of acupuncture, which we use both as an independent form of treatment and as a supplement to the chiropractic treatment. The combination of specific joint treatment and acupuncture has proven to be highly effective for various pain conditions in or originating from muscles and joints. Acupuncture has become more and more recognized within the established treatment system, and there is increasing research evidence for effectiveness in several pain conditions. Classic traditional acupuncture Acupuncture is a 4,000-year-old Chinese form of treatment based on the theory that pathways (meridians) of electromagnetic energy, also called Qi, run in the body. Qi is the energy that makes everything in the organism function optimally. If Qi is blocked (for physical or psychological reasons), there is an imbalance in the body, which can manifest itself in many different ways, e.g. headaches, sciatica pain, weakening of the immune system or problems with the skin etc. Treatment with needles is part of acupuncture and is used to remove these Qi blockages so that the body's own healing is optimized. Evidence-based acupuncture Evidence-based acupuncture uses natural scientific explanatory models based on anatomy, physiology and the doctrine of disease known in Western medicine. The method is gaining increasing popularity as a pain treatment among doctors in Denmark. Dry needling Dry needling is strictly speaking not a form of acupuncture, but a very effective and relatively painless way to treat tense and painful muscles. The needle is inserted directly into muscle knots (myoses), which then tend to disappear after just a few seconds. Dry needling as a form of treatment arose after attempts were made to treat these muscle knots with blockades. It was discovered that needles alone without blockade were often as effective as injections with blockade. Considering that the effect is the same and you avoid all the side effects of blockades, dry needling is an obvious supplement in the treatment of muscles and joints. "The dry needles" thus alludes to the fact that they are unblocked. Dry needling is particularly useful in acute conditions, where the muscles may be so tense that joint treatment cannot be started immediately. It is also useful in the few patients who, for various reasons, cannot tolerate chiropractic joint treatment. Dry needling is used as a supplement to treatment at the clinic by all the clinic's chiropractors and our physiotherapists.
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Shock wave therapy
What is shock wave therapy? Shock wave therapy as a form of treatment is used more and more often in the treatment of difficult, long-term injuries. In some cases, it has been shown to be able to function as an alternative to a definite operation. Shock wave therapy uses shock waves to treat these defects. Shock waves transfer energy to the tissue in the form of mechanical shock waves, waves which have a positive effect on the tissue's metabolism and blood circulation. By supplying energy to the tissue, it affects the body's own "repair ability" - in other words, it triggers a healing effect. Due to its good healing effect and ability to remedy many types of defects, it is a form of treatment that we use quite a bit to help our clients at Kiropraktik i Centrum. What can you get out of shock wave therapy? Shock wave therapy is an effective and fast form of treatment for various disorders, for example: Heel spur Pain in the foot after a sprain Jumper's knee Runner's knee Achilles tendon pain Shin pain Mouse arm Tennis elbow Golf elbow Pain in the shoulder or reduced mobility Book an appointment today. Talk to your therapist and find out if shock wave therapy can help you or contact the clinic for further answers. You can contact us on telephone number 33123920 or book your appointment online. We look forward to hearing from you.
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Insoles
What are insoles? Insoles can be an option for you who have pain or discomfort in your feet, knees, hips or back. If your pain stems from incorrect postures related to the feet, insoles are an effective form of treatment, as they correct your posture and restore your anatomical balance. The soles are: Tailored to your feet: The foot is unique and no one is the same. That's why I make the insoles individually for each one, so that they fit your foot perfectly. Made for your needs: There is a big difference between whether you need to use insoles for everyday life, at work or when playing sports. That's why I always take your life and your needs as a starting point when I manufacture your insoles. Adapted to your shoes: A good insole is one you use! The shape of your insoles must therefore always be adapted to the shoes you use most often. A sole for your running shoes is obviously very different from a sole for your stilettos. Made from technical materials: I have over 25 different technical materials that I can use for your insole. Depending on your needs, I choose the most suitable ones. In this way, I ensure you both optimal comfort, durability and effect. There is a six-month guarantee on the durability of the soles. The price of the sole includes a follow-up after one month, where we look at the development and your body's reaction to the soles. Subsidy: In special cases, your doctor can refer you to inlay treatment, cf. section 112 of the Service Act. If you are a member of Sygeforsikringen "Danmark" health insurance in group 1, 2 or 5, a subsidy is provided for inlays made according to functional impressions. Consultation A consultation is for you who have pain in your feet, knees, hips or back. The purpose is to analyze your problem and find the best treatment for it. A consultation consists of five steps: Medical history: We go through a questionnaire focusing on your lifestyle, your everyday life and your history, and on your pain - where is it and how did it start - gradually or suddenly? Analysis of holding and body: I assess the movement in your joints, muscles, blood vessels and the skin's sense of touch. I also look at your attitude to understand your morphology (shape) and thereby search for the cause of your problems. Analysis of walking and running: An analysis of your body during movement helps to understand the origin of your problem. If the pain occurs during sports other than running (dance, golf, squash, badminton, etc.) it is a great help if you make a small film of yourself while you practice your sport. Footprint: The footprint shows the shape and size of the foot and reveals loads on the foot, and the impression forms the background for manufacturing your insoles, among other things. Analysis of shoes: Your shoes reveal a lot about your gait, posture and loads. I also advise you on shoe selection and am happy to suggest shoes that are particularly suitable for you and your needs. If you need insoles, it is also important that I see your shoes so that the insoles can be adapted to your shoes.
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Midwife
Midwife Birgitte Hyldebrandt started in Kiropraktik i Centrum in 2014. She offers midwifery services adapted to your needs. She will basically be at the clinic on Thursdays. Here you have the option to book a consultation at the clinic or book a telephone consultation, where you can hear more about what she can offer you. She also comes out to private homes by appointment. You can read more about Birgitte's services on her website www.jordemothercare.dk. Call Kiropraktik i Centrum on telephone number 33123920 and book an appointment.
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Laser Therapy
What is Laser Therapy? Laser therapy is the use of specific wavelengths of light to create therapeutic effects. These effects include faster wound healing, pain relief, improved blood circulation and reduced swelling. In Kiropraktik i Centrum we have the powerful K-Laser as an effective supplement to the chiropractic treatment. What happens during a Laser Therapy? Laser treatment is painless. The released energy increases blood circulation, drawing fluid, oxygen and nutrients to the damaged area. This creates an optimal healing environment that reduces inflammation, swelling, muscle spasms, stiffness and pain. The damaged area returns to its normal state, restoring function in the treated area and reducing pain. How often should it be treated? Acute conditions can be treated daily, especially if they are accompanied by significant pain. More chronic problems respond better when treatment is given two to three times a week, decreasing to once every week or every two weeks depending on the effect achieved. How many treatments are needed? It depends on the condition being treated. For some acute conditions, one to six treatments will be sufficient. Cases of a more chronic nature may require 10-15 treatments. Does it hurt? How does a treatment feel? The treatment is not unpleasant. Often you feel nothing. Occasionally feels mild, soothing heat or tingling. Areas with pain or inflammation may be more sensitive for a short time after a treatment, before pain reduction occurs. Laser therapy can help e.g. by: Osteoarthritis Joint pain Tendon injuries Swelling and blood clots Sprains Muscle injuries Irritated cartilage on the inside of the kneecap Heel spur Fibromyalgia Diabetic foot ulcers Fluid retention Pain after surgery Chest inflammation Sore nipples
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Dietary guidance
Dietary guidance that makes a difference Diet is very important for your health. The right diet can remedy or prevent: Overweight Food allergy High cholesterol Unwanted weight loss/small eater High blood pressure Digestive problems Cardiovascular diseases Type 2 diabetes Cancer Diet guidance is for you who want change, and we also take your lifestyle and preferences as a starting point. Dietary guidance is also for you if you: Will feel greater well-being Want to live a healthier life Does exercise or elite sports Makes special demands on the diet Would like to lose a little weight and gain higher self-esteem Want more profit and energy Individual dietary guidance and diet plan After a personal consultation, we clarify how the dietary guidance can help you achieve your goals. We find out which tools are right for you. It can be a personal diet plan that both meets your physiological needs and at the same time fits into your everyday life. Many are surprised that with small changes it is often possible to both eat the food they usually eat and at the same time reach their goals. The guidance is based exclusively on recognized knowledge and is based on documented studies. Contact us on 78 76 67 69 when you need individual dietary guidance in Copenhagen.
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