Chiropractor in Delhi – Chiropractic Treatment for Back Pain, Neck Pain & Sciatica

If back pain, neck stiffness or sciatica is limiting your work, sleep or daily routine, a proper assessment is the first step. At Physio Adviser India, our chiropractors in Delhi examine your spine, joints and movement before recommending any treatment, because the same pain can have very different causes in different people.

Chiropractic care at our clinics is hands-on and assessment-based. Where suitable, we combine joint mobilisation or manipulation with exercise, posture correction and rehabilitation, so the goal is not only short-term relief but also better movement and fewer relapses.

Meet Our Chiropractic Team in Delhi

Chiropractic treatment is a hands-on approach used to assess and manage certain musculoskeletal and movement-related problems, particularly those involving the spine and joints. Depending on the patient’s condition, treatment may involve controlled manual techniques along with exercises and movement-based rehabilitation.

Chiropractic care may be considered for selected cases of back pain, neck discomfort, joint stiffness, mobility restrictions, certain sports-related problems, and other musculoskeletal concerns. A proper assessment is important before deciding whether chiropractic treatment is appropriate.

Dr. Shardeshu Srivastava (PT)

Director – Physiotherapy Services, Physio Adviser India and Nazar Kanwar Surana Hospital

• MPT (Neurology)
• DO (Canada)
• FOMT (Australia)
• Specialist in osteopathy and chiropractic manipulation
• 13+ years of experience across hospital services, home care, corporate care and national and international sports events

Dr. Shivani Sharma (PT)

HOD – Physiotherapy Services, NKS Hospital, Delhi · Co-Director, Physio Adviser India

• Certified osteopath and chiropractor
• Manual therapist (Australia)
• Senior consultant physiotherapist (cardiopulmonary and women’s health)
• Practicing physiotherapy since 2011

What Is Chiropractic Treatment?

Chiropractic treatment is a hands-on approach used to assess and manage problems of the spine and joints, such as back pain, neck pain and stiffness. A chiropractor uses techniques like joint mobilisation and, where appropriate, controlled spinal adjustments (the “crack” some people hear) to improve joint movement and reduce pain.

It is not a cure-all and it is not right for everyone. Research suggests spinal manipulation can give modest relief to some people with low back pain and neck pain, and it generally works best when combined with exercise and education. That is why we never start treatment without a full assessment.

Chiropractic vs Physiotherapy: What Is the Difference?

At Physio Adviser India you do not have to choose. Our therapists are trained in both, so your plan can combine hands-on joint treatment with exercise-based rehabilitation under one roof.

Conditions We Assess and Treat with Chiropractic Care in Delhi

Back Pain

Back pain can come from stiff joints, muscle strain, long sitting hours or posture habits. After assessment, suitable patients may be treated with joint mobilisation or adjustments along with mobility and strengthening exercises.

Neck Pain and Stiffness

Screen use, poor workstation setup and muscle tension often contribute to neck pain and headaches that start from the neck. Treatment may include gentle mobilisation, posture correction and neck and shoulder strengthening. We use low-force techniques for the neck and screen carefully before any neck treatment.

Sciatica

Pain travelling from the lower back to the buttock or leg can have several causes. Evidence for chiropractic care in sciatica is mixed, so we first identify the cause. Where appropriate, treatment is combined with nerve mobility work, exercise and activity guidance.

Slipped (Herniated) Disc

Many disc problems improve with time and the right rehabilitation, but chiropractic adjustments are not suitable for every slipped disc. We check your neurological signs first. If you have significant weakness, numbness or bladder or bowel changes, you need urgent medical evaluation, not an adjustment.

Posture and Desk-Job Problems

Long sitting, driving and laptop use are common causes of stiffness in Delhi’s working population. We assess posture and movement, then give a plan covering treatment, exercises and ergonomic changes.

Sports and Activity-Related Pain

For gym, running and sports-related joint and spine problems, chiropractic care is combined with sports rehabilitation to help you return to activity gradually.

Our Chiropractic Techniques in Delhi

Which technique we use depends on your condition, age, comfort and assessment findings. Not every technique suits every patient.

• Joint mobilisation: slow, controlled movements to improve joint motion. Usually the first choice, especially for neck and older patients.
• Spinal manipulation (adjustment): a quick, controlled technique used only when appropriate and with your consent.
• Soft tissue and manual therapy: for muscle tightness and movement restriction around the joint.
• Therapeutic exercise and mobility training: to hold the improvement and reduce the chance of the pain returning.
• Posture and ergonomic guidance: practical changes for your desk, driving and sleeping habits.

What Happens in Your First Visit?

1. History: we ask about your pain, past injuries, medical history, medicines and daily routine.
2. Examination: posture, joint movement, muscle strength and neurological checks. Please bring any MRI, X-ray or reports you have.
3. Explanation: we tell you what we think is causing the problem and whether chiropractic care is suitable. If it is not, we say so and guide you to the right care.
4. Treatment: gentle hands-on treatment if appropriate, plus exercises you can do at home.
5. Plan: a clear plan with expected number of sessions and review points.

How Many Sessions Will You Need?

It depends on your condition and how long you have had it. Recent, simple problems often need fewer sessions, while long-standing pain usually needs a longer plan with exercises. We review progress every few sessions and adjust or stop treatment if it is not helping.

Is Chiropractic Treatment Safe? Who Should Not Have Adjustments?

When it is done by trained practitioners after a proper assessment, serious side effects are rare. Mild soreness or stiffness for a day or so after treatment is common. Because no treatment is risk-free, we screen every patient and do not perform adjustments if you have:

• Recent fracture, suspected fracture or major trauma
• Severe osteoporosis
• History of cancer with new unexplained spinal pain
• Signs of spinal infection or fever with back pain
• Progressive leg weakness, numbness in the groin or saddle area, or loss of bladder or bowel control (go to a hospital emergency immediately)
• Certain neck or circulatory problems found during screening

In these cases we refer you for medical evaluation first.