The McKenzie Method – an Alternative to Visiting Physiotherapy Clinics
Do you suffer from neck pain or stiffness, back pain, headaches or nerve pain? If so, you’re in the right place. Spine Smart specialises in the treatment of these common conditions and is the perfect choice if you want to take control over pain and help prevent it from returning.
Not getting lasting relief from traditional physio or chiro?
If physiotherapy, chiropractic or massage is not providing you with lasting relief, then it’s time to visit the Spine Smart clinic for those in Malvern, Oakleigh, Camberwell and the surrounds.
Spine Smart employs a method known as Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT) or the McKenzie Method, after its founder, physiotherapist Robin McKenzie.
MDT - Rapid pain relief & Effective prevention
Typically, within 1 – 5 sessions, MDT can identify the cause of your symptoms, eliminate the pain and teach you how to prevent it from returning.
This is possible in approximately 80% of acute and 50% of chronic pain conditions, even if traditional physiotherapy or chiropractic hasn’t been able to help or has provided only temporary relief.
Who does MDT?
Most health professionals qualified in MDT are physiotherapists, however, there are other health professionals throughout the world who have undertaken formal training in MDT. In fact, there’s even an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr Ron Donelson who is qualified in MDT.
Dr Donelson has written a number of books related to MDT, including “Rapidly Reversible Low Back Pain”.
Spine Smart – it’s time for a change
In addition to specialising in the treatment of back and neck pain using the McKenzie Method, Brett Rawlings, founder of Spine Smart is a registered doctor of acupuncture and Chinese medicine (RMIT University).
Brett holds a degree in clinical myotherapy and lectures in spinal assessment, within the Bachelor of Health Science Clinical Myotherapy.
This unique combination, coupled with 20 years of experience, enables Brett to identify the most appropriate and effective treatment for your specific needs.
Regardless of whether your problem in acute, chronic, caused by muscle, joint, nerve or disc, Spine Smart provides a safe alternative to traditional physiotherapy or chiropractic.
It’s not just about getting rid of your pain, it’s about improving your life
Many of our aches and pains are caused by the sustained postures or repeated movements we perform throughout the course of our daily lives. Unless these are addressed, traditional physiotherapy or chiropractic will typically fall short of the mark, providing only temporary relief, by failing to address the cause.
Spine Smart addresses the underlying cause and provides you with important information that can have a profound effect on your back or neck pain. We will also provide you with the answers to important questions like:
- What is the best type of office chair to use?
- Is it best to have a soft or firm bed?
- How many and what type of pillow should I use?
- What’s the safest way to lift my baby out of his/her cot?
- How should I adjust my car seat to prevent back or neck pain?
- What exercise is best for my pain?
- Can I keep squatting or deadlifting?
No referral needed & claim your treatment on private health
Just like seeing your physiotherapist, there’s no need to obtain a referral prior to booking an appointment at Spine Smart, simply call and speak with our helpful reception staff or book online.
Conditions Spine Smart can assist you with
- Disc protrusion
- SIJ pain (sacroiliac joint pain)
- Muscle spasm
- Lower back pain & stiffness
- Neck & shoulder pain
- Sciatica
- Upper back pain
- Degeneration & osteoarthritis
- Nerve pain / Pinched nerve
- Referred pain
- Canal stenosis
- Hip and buttock pain
Book your consultation today, whether you’re in Malvern, Camberwell, Oakleigh or beyond
If you were interested in choosing an alternative to a physiotherapy clinic to treat your back or neck pain, including acupuncture, then call us today to find our more. You can reach one of our friendly staff members on (03) 95098925.