Your pathway to healthy living through Chiropractic, Acupuncture and Massage
SERVICES
Chiropractic
We rarely think about our health until it interferes with our lives in some way. Then our goal is to get well as quickly as possible! Chiropractic treats the whole body and looks beyond problem areas to determine hidden causes. It is a drug free alternative with Chiropractors using their hands to tune and balance the body.
What do Chiropractors treat?
Chiropractors are trained in the treatment of many conditions ranging from common ailments to health maintenance to ensure healthy living and complete body balance.
Acupuncture
Traditional acupuncture is an ancient Chinese form of natural medicine that dates back approximately 5,000 years. It has developed from careful observation of the workings of the body and how the environment affects it. The principle behind the medicine is to view and treat the body, mind and emotions as a single unit, working on the cause of the illness, not the symptoms. In many countries it is a primary form of health care; in the hospitals in China it is used directly alongside Western Medicine.
Here is a simple analogy to get a basic understanding of how our body is viewed in Chinese Medicine:
Think of the body as a complex system of water pipes which need to be in good health for everything to work smoothly. When a blockage develops in a pipe somewhere it affects the workings of the entire system and generates symptoms. This is akin to what happens when an injury or disease affects our body. These “pipes” which run all over our body are called meridians. The “water” which flows through them is named Qi (Chi). The Chinese mapped out these meridians over the course of almost a thousand years. By inserting a needle into specific points along these pathways, the blockages can be removed and harmony returned to the body. Whilst several research studies are being performed to explain how Acupuncture works in a Western Medical Framework, these scientists have not yet been able to explain how it works exactly; however, they have provided solid evidence that acupuncture does in fact work very well.
Massage
Massage is the treatment of the muscular structure and soft tissues of the body. Massage uses various techniques that can involve rubbing or kneading the muscles and/or applying fixed or moveable pressure to the body. Massage is useful for medical or therapeutic purposes or simply as an aid to relaxation.
What to expect in a treatment?
Before the start of the massage session, you will be asked to fill out a questionnaire about your health. This information is used to help plan the session and to ensure your safety. Tell your massage practitioner why you are getting a massage because sessions can vary considerably to meet your individual needs & preferences. For example, you may want relief for sore feet or tight shoulders, or you may just want to relax. Sometimes focused attention on a particular troublesome spot will provide the greatest benefit. After taking a case history, the practitioner may also assess your posture, range of motion & muscle strength.
Our Practitioners
Dr Jonathan Novytarger
Dr Jonathan Novytarger is a Doctor of Chiropractic, graduating from RMIT University with a double degree, Bachelor of Chiropractic and Bachelor of Science.
Dr Jonathan has been practicing for eight years with special interests in family Chiropractic for all ages. He has developed a unique and caring approach which utilises Chiropractic adjustments with massage, dry needling, cupping, ultrasound, heat pack treatment and exercises.
Over the eight years he has been fortunate to work in cooperation with experienced Chiropractors, General Practitioners, Physiotherapists, Naturopaths, Acupuncturists and Myotherapists. Dr Jonathan has also been the head Chiropractor at a Victorian Premier League soccer club which has given him an in depth knowledge in sporting injuries.
Dr. Steven Orloff
Dr Steven is a Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine, specialising in Acupuncture. He is a graduate of both Monash and Victoria University, having degrees in Anatomy, Physiology and Chinese Medicine.
He has been around Traditional Chinese Medicine since his teenage years, developing a keen interest in how an ancient medicine is so effective in treating modern ailments. Through the course of his practice he has had the opportunity to treat players from the Western Bulldogs Football Club, gaining great insight into treating sports injuries.
He is a Registered Acupuncturist with the Chinese Medicine Registration Board of Victoria (CMRB) and he is also a member of the Australian Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Association (AACMA).
Andrew Jorissen
Andrew is a Remedial Massage Therapist, graduating from the Australian College of Natural Medicine, Melbourne, with both certificate and diploma in Massage Therapy.
Andrew has been practising in a chiropractic environment for the past nine years, providing muscular relief to people of all ages. He has worked in cooperation with Chiropractors and Osteopaths. He specialises in Remedial Massage (targeting specific injuries and dysfunctions), Deep Tissue, Sports, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Cupping, and Relaxation Massage techniques.
QUALIFICATION DETAILS
Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Remedial Massage, Traditional Chinese Medicine
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