FAQs
Meet Dr Jenny
Dr Jenny Nortje has been a full-time chiropractor since graduating from the University of Johannesburg in 2004. She established her career at Meyersdal Chiropractic Clinic, becoming a well-known face in the Alberton community, before moving into her private, home practice, in May 2023:
“As a chiropractor, I am passionate about helping others achieve optimal health and wellness through non-invasive treatments. I chose to become a chiropractor because I believe in the body’s innate ability to heal itself. I am dedicated to providing compassionate, personalised care to each of my patients, and I strive to stay up-to-date on the latest advances in chiropractic care. My goal, always, is to help my patients achieve lasting pain-relief, improved mobility and a better overall quality of life.”
Frequently asked questions
Here are some common questions and answers about visiting a chiropractor:
Chiropractic care is a healthcare profession that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disorders of the musculoskeletal system and the nervous system, with an emphasis on the spine.
During your first visit, the chiropractor will typically perform a physical exam, take a health history and may also order additional diagnostic tests, such as X-rays or scans, to evaluate your condition. Based on their findings, they will develop a treatment plan that may include chiropractic adjustments, exercises and other therapies. Although chiropractic is not an invasive therapy, patients are usually required to remove certain items of clothing to enable the chiropractor to examine and treat the condition appropriately. We have gowns readily available for our patients to wear during examination and treatment.
Chiropractic care is generally considered safe when performed by a licensed and trained chiropractor. However, like any healthcare treatment, there are potential risks and side effects, such as soreness, stiffness, and headaches. Your chiropractor will discuss these risks with you before beginning any treatment.
Chiropractic care is generally considered safe when performed by a licensed and trained chiropractor. However, like any healthcare treatment, there are potential risks and side effects, such as soreness, stiffness, and headaches. Your chiropractor will discuss these risks with you before beginning any treatment.
Many medical aids cover chiropractic care, but coverage may vary depending on your specific plan. You should check with your provider to see what services are covered.
Chiropractic care can be helpful for a wide range of musculoskeletal and nervous system conditions, such as back pain, neck pain, headaches and sciatica. Whether or not chiropractic care is right for your specific condition will depend on the cause and severity of your symptoms.
Chiropractic care can benefit people of all ages – from newborns to seniors – and can help with a variety of conditions including back pain, headaches, neck pain, and more.
Looking for a specific treatment?
Dr Jenny uses various techniques to help alleviate pain, reduce stress and improve overall health and well-being.