FAQs

NeuroSpinology is a profession that is specifically focused on the dynamic interface between spinal movement and neural function.  NeuroSpinologists identify areas of intervertebral instability, then use their hands to deliver a range of precise technical applications aimed at enhancing the responsive and adaptive capacities of the nervous system in those associated regions.

When was it Started?

NeuroSpinology began as Spinology in 1996, but has since been continually refined and developed.  It eventually evolved into NeuroSpinology in 2009.

Why was a new profession necessary?

The objectives of NeuroSpinology could not be fully attained within the boundaries of any existing profession.  NeuroSpinology is not designed to be a health care profession that focuses on diagnosis of diseases or relief of symptoms, but rather on enhanced performance across all aspects of life.

The necessity for a new profession arose because of the growing demands and stresses placed on people in modern society, many of which were not addressed in any other profession.   As we are subjected to an ever-increasing array of forces that have the capacity to overwhelm our bodies’ attempts to deal with them, NeuroSpinology offers every person the opportunity to better adapt by way of sustained, optimal function of the nervous system.

NeuroSpinology embraces the fact that the living body is always striving to do the best it can for itself. In consideration of this premise, and understanding the master role which the brain and nerve system plays in the co-ordination of the functions, development, growth and repair of the human body, NeuroSpinologists use their precise skills to assist the body to restore and maintain the optimal environment for the central nervous system.

This in turn allows proper coordination of all structures and maximum performance in all areas of life.  NeuroSpinologists do not use any of the harsh manipulative procedures  which sometimes seen in health care professions. They also do not use any forms of “comparative” analysis, ie those where a person is compared to some ideal or average and are then subjected to a range of procedures designed to make them fit into that ideal or average range.  As a non-manipulative, performance-optimising profession, NeuroSpinology is well placed to meet the rapidly growing demands of the modern world for performance maximisation, enhanced repair and recovery times, improved quality of life and increased longevity.   The Registration and Professional Development Board of NeuroSpinology is the registering body for all NeuroSpinologists worldwide and maintains practice guidelines and standards.

The Academy of Applied Functional Sciences in Sydney, Australia, is the international educational headquarters of the profession.

NeuroSpinologists are registered with the Registration and Professional Development Board of NeuroSpinology (RPDBN) and are listed on the International Register of NeuroSpinologists. The RPDBN is the international body responsible for unified growth and development of the profession in all parts of the world.

Is it like chiropractic, osteopathy or physiotherapy?

Not really. It is true that all of these professions may address the spinal column and its associated tissues at various times, but there are more differences than similarities.  NeuroSpinology is focused on enhancement of the nervous system, rather than relief of pain or symptoms, or postural variations.  NeuroSpinologists recognise that all people are inherently different and thus require consideration as a unique individual, rather than through comparison with anyone else.

What can I Expect from NeuroSpinology?

NeuroSpinology aims to enhance function of the nervous ssytem, and that can be achieved with every recipient to varying degrees.  How this affects  any particular person depends on a range of factors, but it is reasonable for everyone to expect that they will function and perform at a better level than they did prior to receiving NeuroSpinology services.

Is there any association between NeuroSpinology and the emerging science of Neural Plasticity?

Yes.  NeuroSpinology utilises the principles of neuroplasticity through physical stimuli.  The nervous system is capable of “re-wiring” itself under the influence of consistent, repetitive stimulation, and this is a cornerstone of NeuroSpinology technical applications.