Simply put the human body is incredible, just consider how many amazing functions and activities your body takes care of automatically every second that you're alive. The master controller for everything that happens in the body whether consciously or subconsciously is the human brain, spinal cord and nerves.
At Greensborough Family Chiropractic our Chiropractors use Chiropractic and other post graduate training such as Paediatrics, Webster Technique, sports rehab training and Chiro Neuro Rehab techniques to assist our patients. Please note there are no specialities in chiropractic in Australia.
For information call the office or use the contact us page with your questions.
Your body is a self-regulating, self-healing organism. These important functions are controlled by the brain, spinal cord, and all the nerves of the body.
The skull protects the delicate tissues of the brain. The moving bones of the spine protect the vulnerable communication pathways of the spinal cord and nerve roots. If the nervous system is impaired, it may cause malfunction of the tissue and organs of the body. Chiropractic doctors call this the Vertebral Subluxation Complex. Vertebral, meaning the bones of the spine. Subluxation, meaning the less than a total dislocation, and Complex, meaning consisting of more than one part.
Chiropractic is the science of locating offending spinal structures, the art of reducing their impact to the nervous system, and a philosophy of natural health care based on a belief of the bodies inherent ability to heal itself.
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At Greensborough Family Chiropractic our Chiropractors have done post graduate study in addition to their 5 years at university studying Chiropractic.
Special Interest Post Graduate Qualifications and Study by GFC Chiropractors:
1. Webster Certification - The Webster Technique is a specific chiropractic sacral analysis and diversified adjustment. It is a useful technique in the chiropractic care of pregnant woman. The goal of the adjustment is to reduce the effects of sacral subluxation / SI joint dysfunction. This diversified adjustment and work on muscles and ligaments may facilitate biomechanical function in the pelvis. If you would like more information on Webster technique you could check icpa4kids.com (USA).
2. Post Grad Pediatrics Course – enhanced cranial and other techniques for safe use of chiropractic to better assist babies and children.
3. Sports Chiropractic Certificate – Some of the chiropractors at Greensborough Family Chiropractic have advanced skills in the treatment and prevention of sports injuries, particularly those affecting ankles, knees, hips and wrist, elbow and shoulder problems. Regular care will help keep your rising stars in the best shape possible. Dr Mark Potter assisted Geelong Football Club as team chiropractor the year they became premiers (2009).
4. Gonstead Extremity Technique Certified.
5. Post Grad Study in Functional Neurology – Dr Robyn is interested in neuroplasticity. Her study in chiropractic neuro rehabilitation, directed by the Carrick Institute for graduate studies (USA) included the following areas and hours of face to face study. Dr Robyn is a Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Neurology Board (USA) (DACNB). Knowledge of the understanding of the plasticity of the nervous system may be useful in managing chronic conditions (such as some chronic pain conditions, Chronic Headaches, Migraines, Tension Headache, Cluster Headache) in conjunction with other medical or health professionals. If you would like to contact Dr Robyn please use the contact us option or call the office 03 9432 4644. Please Note: There is no speciality in Chiropractic in Australia. Dr Robyn does not claim she is a specialist chiropractor in Australia. Dr Robyn is not a medical neurologist.
Dr Robyn has completed over 425 hours of face to face lectures through Carrick Institute for graduate studies - Neuroscience and Rehabilitation (USA). https://carrickinstitute.com/ Lecture content included the following topics: Neuron Theory, Neuro - Muscular Applications, Reflexogenic Systems, Peripheral Nervous System, Spinal Cord, Autonomic Nervous System, Cerebellum and Vestibular assessment and rehabilitation, Basal Ganglia, Cranial Nerves, Vestibular system, Motor Systems, Sensory Systems, Pain, Neurological Diagnosis, Neurological Applications.
Dr Robyn successfully passed her exams and was awarded with Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Neurology Board (DACNB) USA. Dr Robyn meets the annual requirement of the ACNB (USA) to keep current with her neuro rehabilitation (commonly referred to in USA as functional neurology) study.
Dr Robyn has also done a vestibular rehab course.
Understanding of the plasticity of the nervous system may be useful where Dr Robyn is invited to be part of your team (of health professionals and medical specialists) to assist co-manage some chronic pain conditions.