Frequently Asked Questions at
Harvey Young Advanced Holistic Therapy

 Will I feel immediate relief after my first chiropractic adjustment?

While many people do experience some level of relief after a chiropractic adjustment, it’s important to understand that the healing process takes time. Our adjustment technique helps restore proper spinal function, but your body may need time to adapt. Don’t be discouraged if you don’t feel completely better after just one session—each adjustment contributes to long-term improvement.

What is Holistic Wellness?

While it may sound somewhat “New Age” to some, holistic wellness is about creating a balanced and fulfilling life by addressing all aspects of health and wellbeing. Our approach considers alignment, movement, mindset, nutrition, sleep, and sustainable living, encouraging a comprehensive view of our health and the wellbeing of our living planet, leading to lasting benefits.

Incorporating holistic wellness into your life may require finding space for change, but its core belief is that improving various aspects of your life can have a significant impact on your overall health. Whether you choose to embrace it fully or take on certain elements, each can contribute to enhancing your physical and mental wellbeing.

How often should I visit a chiropractor?

When you first visit your chiropractor, you may be among the many people who ask, “How often do I need to come?” Often, people hope the answer is “just once,” but chiropractic care, like most things that are truly beneficial for us, rarely makes a lasting impact on your health and wellbeing after only one visit.

One reason a single visit may not bring long-term change is that the issue prompting you to see a chiropractor usually takes years to develop. It often requires several visits to correct the underlying problem. Everyone is different, so our chiropractor will use their clinical experience and consider your personal goals when recommending a care plan tailored to you.

Is it normal to feel stiffness after an adjustment?

Yes, it’s quite common to experience some stiffness or soreness after an adjustment, especially if you haven’t been adjusted in a long time or are new to this type of treatment. This can happen because your body is adjusting to the realignment of the spine and the changes in muscles tension and posture. This temporary discomfort is a positive sign that your body is healing and adapting to these changes. At the same time, chiropractic adjustment helps to improve mobility, reduce pressure on nerves, and increased blood flow to the area, which is why many people find they can move more earlier.

Essentially, temporarily stiffness is a sign of your body adapting, while the improved mobility is a result of better spinal alignment.

How long will the stiffness last?

Post-adjustment stiffness usually eases within 24-48 hours. Gentle movement, staying hydrated with clean water, breathing fresh air, and maintaining good posture can help alleviate this. If stiffness continues beyond a few days, please don’t hesitate to reach out for further advice.

Can you tell me a bit more about your approach?

No treatment approach can achieve its full potential until you allow it into all parts of your being. A human being is a complex entity, composed of various “pillars”—the physical body, emotions, brain, and spirit—working together to create the experience of life.

Our holistic approach is highly effective, but it requires repeated application to fully integrate the therapeutic benefits into a person’s life.

In our experience, a person’s alignment often balances almost immediately after an adjustment. However, as they return to their usual lifestyle, old habits and thoughts resurface, causing the previous discomfort to return. With regular and repeated treatments, the individual can experience relief that lasts for hours, days, weeks, and eventually months. Persisting with consistent practice leads to a point where the body fully integrates the therapeutic benefits, achieving lasting healing. Change requires time and commitment, not intensity. There is no quick fix.

What do I need to know before we start?

If you’re new to our clinic, we have a simple booking procedure in place. We request all clients to complete this procedure, which includes paying a £30 deposit through a payment link to secure your appointment and filling out an online intake form. After completing this, you just need to turn up to your appointment in one of our three offices.

What happens on the first visit?

During your first visit, known as the initial assessment, we will spend approximately an hour with you. We will take a detailed case history and conduct a thorough examination to understand your condition. This evaluation helps us determine a working diagnosis and design a suitable course of care.

What is the typical timeframe for the Chiropractic adjustment and Photobiomodulation Therapy to show results?

As a general guideline, noticeable effects often manifest after two to three weeks of regular treatment at the recommended frequency. However, this timeframe can vary based on several factors, including your body’s history, diet, mindset, and sleep quality, among other considerations. It’s important to understand that although you might “not feel anything” right away, your body and central nervous system are generating an adaptation and response to these therapies. Patience is key, sometimes effects might take longer to perceive, while others might come instantaneously.