What is Chiropractic? - Reset Chiropractic

1.What is Chiropractic?

Chiropractic focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of a variety of conditions that are caused by and related to dysfunctional joints, muscles and nerves. Our profession is a “hands on” one, in that we use methods that are holistic and natural; which do not include drug therapy or surgery.

As Chiropractors, we aim to establish and maintain good spinal health, which is often interrupted by simple daily events such as bad posture, increased stress and tension, trauma etc. By restoring and managing a patient’s spinal health we can decrease the pain and discomfort that are associated with a nervous system that is not functioning at it’s optimum.

Our aim is to increase patients’ overall health and ensure that they are living well balanced lifestyles. We use a variety of techniques in different combinations. Treatment protocols are specified to each patient and what that patient’s body requires. The techniques we use include, joint manipulation and mobilization, soft tissue release, electrotherapy, dry needling, therapeutic ultrasound and laser.

We treat patients of all ages, and from all walks of life. Apart from the treatment itself, we offer patients advice regarding nutrition, exercise, rehabilitation and general lifestyle to help every patient reach their best state of health.

2. Meet our Chiropractor

Dr Neetu Govender is a professionally trained Chiropractor who obtained her Masters in Technology: Chiropractic from Technikon Natal in 2002. She currently has 24 years of clinical experience in private practice. With humble beginnings, the first practice started in 2002 at a medical centre in Isipingo. The practice grew rapidly and she expanded into hospitals and opened the second official branch in Newlands, Newkwa Medical Centre. Her research for her thesis has seen her work published and presented in prestigious Chiropractic research journals and workshops in America and the UK. The “BONE DOCTOR” as she is affectionately known to her patients and medical colleagues, has a patient base of over 10000 in KZN alone. Her treatment techniques and appreciation for the art of Chiropractic has won the hearts of many people both nationally and internationally.

Dr Neetu Govender is also a motivational speaker who thrives on empowering the minds of others as she believes in limitless possibilities. Her passion for speaking has led to the corporate wellness programme which now incorporates ergonomics.

Aside from chiropractic, Dr Neetu has co-produced the popular science show “So You Thought Einstein was a Genius” which debuted to a sell-out audience at the Natal Playhouse and co-produced hit shows at the Sibaya Theatre of Entertainment in Durban. She is a mentor to fellow chiropractors, entrepreneurs and patients around the globe. Dr Neetu is also the proud mother to Kyla and Lev. Happily married to internationally acclaimed astrophysicist Prof Megan Govender aka Dr G.

3. What to expect

We often have patients who are apprehensive about seeing a Chiropractor because they don’t really know what to expect. Here’s a brief summary of the series of events you can expect when you have a consultation with one of our Chiropractors.

When you have an appointment with one of our practitioners your consultation will be 30 minutes long.
The first thing the doctor will do it ask you some questions regarding your pain, then you will be examined so that the potential cause of your pain can be located.
Finally, you will receive treatment which will be dependent on the doctor’s findings during examination. Your treatment will include different variations and combinations of treatment based on what is best for your particular complaint.
The doctor will also advise you on home exercises or changes that you need to make as a part of your recovery, as well as follow up appointments and management programs.