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Injury prevention
Can chiropractic help?
In the context of the human body, an injury to a joint refers to damage or harm that occurs to the structures within a joint. Joints are where two or more bones meet, and they are crucial for enabling movement and providing support to the body. Injuries to joints can involve various components such as ligaments, tendons, cartilage, and surrounding tissues. The spine is the most complex series of joints in the human body: the 24 vertebrae are linked together with multiple joints within a joint.
Proper joint motion isn’t just a luxury; it’s a necessity for a resilient, injury-resistant body and spine. By maintaining and restoring optimal joint function, chiropractic care can be thought as a cornerstone in the prevention of injuries.
Think of it as routine maintenance for your body – a proactive step to ensure that your joints move harmoniously, reducing the strain on surrounding tissues and minimizing the risk of injuries, whether you’re an athlete navigating Dorset’s landscapes or an office worker immersed in daily tasks.
Types of injuries
Ligament Injuries: Ligaments are tough, flexible bands of connective tissue that link bones together at joints. Injuries to ligaments often result from overstretching or tearing, leading to joint instability and potential functional impairment.
Tendon Injuries: Tendons are fibrous tissues that connect muscles to bones. Injuries to tendons can range from inflammation (tendinitis) to partial or complete tears, affecting the joint’s range of motion and causing pain.
Cartilage Damage: Cartilage covers the ends of bones in a joint, providing a smooth surface for movement and acting as a cushion. Injuries to cartilage can include tears, fractures, or degeneration, leading to pain, swelling, and potential joint dysfunction.
Joint Fractures: A joint injury can involve fractures to the bones forming the joint. Fractures can disrupt the normal alignment of the joint and may require stabilization or surgical intervention.
Dislocations: Joint dislocation occurs when the bones forming the joint are forced out of their normal position. This can cause severe pain, swelling, and instability in the affected joint.
Synovial Fluid Abnormalities: The synovial fluid within joints provides lubrication for smooth movement. Injuries or inflammation can affect the quantity or quality of synovial fluid, impacting joint function.
Contusions and Bruises: Trauma to the joint area can result in contusions or bruises, causing localized swelling, discoloration, and tenderness.
The more the range of motion, the more “pliable” and resilient the body. Regular chiropractic adjustments can highly contribute to maintain and restore proper joint motion within the body.
If you live in Dorchester, Poundbury, Weymouth or Bridport, Alive Chiropractic can definitely help you to maintain and restore your body ability to heal, naturally. Book a consultation here!
I have used chiropractic regularly for about 40 years but couldn't afford to go when the neck problem started, instead, hoping that my GP referral to physio would help. It didn't! Not wishing to get on the drugs treadmill (pain killers, anti-inflammatory etc) I finally found the budget to start a fresh programme of care at Alive Chiropractic in Poundbury.
The standard of care has been excellent, with my diary of attendance carefully curated around my busy work schedule. Being set up with a personalised app containing my appointment diary and maintenance exercises has been very simple to use.
My personal programme involved not just chiropractic care, but also therapeutic massage and personal trainer input. This has helped me rebuild my stressed body at my own pace.
Not losing my evenings after work to the misery of neck pain has given me lots more energy and we're now able to move on to help other areas of my spine which were injured in an accident 2 years ago.
Setting payments up monthly has made budgeting easier and appointments quicker, not having to worry about processing payments after treatments. Great service, fantastic care, I recommend Alive to anyone wanting to take control of their mobility.
Kind blessings

Very comfortable process. I still do suffer but after 12 sessions I feel better and have been given a great foundation to build on with consistent exercise. I will 100% be returning for check ups.
I also had a few sports massage sessions with Amelia which I would highly recommend.
Phil, Edoardo, and Steve have been fantastic. Through a combination of chiropractic adjustments, massage therapy, and targeted exercises, they’ve helped relieve my back and neck pain and addressed the underlying problem areas.
Throughout my recovery and ongoing maintenance, they have been professional, supportive, and genuinely empathetic. I’m extremely happy with the results I’ve achieved so far and would highly recommend their services to anyone dealing with pain or mobility issues.


With adjustments and exercises from Eduardo and some physio massage from Phil & Amelia that is now gone and my posture, generally, is greatly restored - feeling much better!
Edo suggested some ongoing exercises and maybe an occasional review to keep on top of things.
Very professional, great result for me and a genuinely nice team to work with.
Many thanks.
Nick









I have 38 years of patchy recovery from a nursing back injury.
This intensive approach has markedly reduced my painful episodes and spinal posture problems.
My family has noticed a big difference in me with many obvious and subtle improvements.
I look forward to continuing this progress with both Edo and Phil to achieve further improvements.






Saved me from different injuries and helped me a lot of chronic issues I was dealing with.
He is a saviour.
Highly recommended









You are always polite, very knowledgeable with great approach to patients.
To all interested - do not hesitate, I highly recommend! See you soon!

Will definitely be visiting again!

I would fully recommend Alive Chiropractic,
Edo is a very warm, welcoming caring and does not judge.





He explained what and how he was going to help me , had an extensive treatment period to begin with and then became a monthly visitor .
He has been so much help to me over this time and I would recommend his gifts to everyone.
A truly lovely man and gifted communicator and practitioner.
If in pain go and give him a try , living in a body that feels like a prison is no fun but this guy has the keys to set you free!

Offers practical advice for individuals of any age
Explains proposed programs well
Very confident that treatment will be successful
Highly recommend
I am sleeping more comfortably again, my walking has improved too, my confidence has improved, I was treated with great respect. I have learnt new exercises which also has helped thanks to Ed owner of Alive chiropractor and Phil too for his excellent deep tissue massage therapy. I cannot thank them both enough, I feel like a new person!
I’ve now signed up for a regular maintenance programme. Thank you both very much, it’s very much appreciated.

He certainly has 'healing hands'.
Clearly passionate about his profession, not only does his treatment keep you supple. He also gives plenty of advise & exercises to keep yourself active.
The waiting room area is that of peace & tranquility with soothing background music.
There is ample free parking.
You've nothing to lose but everything to gain if you want to stay fit, healthy and active.
I highly recommend his expertise & personalised approach.
I highly recommend Edo and Alive Chiropractic. Great service from initial assessment, to treatment, and ongoing progress checks. As well as a range of exercises to continue at home.
As well as the work he done with me in the clinic, he has taught me many different exercises to help me with the problems in which i suffer with, as well as explaining to me how my diet can also help me going forward.
He has been a great help, and i shall continue to see him in the future so that he can help me maintain ( and improve) my well being.
Regards
Peter



Dr Edo provides a whole body approach to resolving chiropractic issues. His care plan to help solve your unique issues is fantastic, short and simple adjustments rather than long sessions of big adjustments has worked brilliantly for me. Communications are easy and booking ahead is brilliant for me and my schedule.
I can’t recommend Alive highly enough!

The reception is also very welcoming. I very much recommend this place!




Dr Edo is professional, knowledge, and believes firmly in his work which he is clearly passionate about. I feel he has an empowering vision, cares deeply, and has a refreshing balance of western and eastern understanding. Because of this, Dr Edo has a deeper, holistic approach by taking into account all aspects of one's lifestyle (diet, exercise, mental/emotional state) in sessions. For someone like myself who values a holistic perspective on health, Dr Edo's approach is invaluable and helped me relax and feel at great ease. Sam in reception is lovely and you instantly feel welcomed when coming in for a session also. Thank you to you both. Highly recommend!



Thank you!






I will happily recommend Alive Chiropractic to my friends.


Ed takes a very holistic approach, encouraging me to lose weight and work on different rehab exercises to reinforce the manipulations and adjustments he made.
Here I am some three months on, I weigh a lot less, I have incredible flexibility in my lower back and can now touch my toes and, best of all. I have full flexibility of my neck.
Eds holistic approach really works, he is very approachable and easy to chat about things with.
One caveat, Ed knows when you haven't done your exercises so don't cheat. 🙂
I cannot thank him enough for the massive improvements in my health and his encouraging me to make little changes for a healthier long term lifestyle.
