DR JENNY

MENDES

CHIROPRACTOR

Dr. Jenny Mendes qualified from the University of Johannesburg with her Master’s degree in Chiropractic.

During her studies, she was fortunate to complete her internship at the Chiropractic day clinic at the University of Johannesburg. This allowed her to grow in the profession and see many patients from different walks of life. “It was an amazing learning experience,” she says. At UJ, she also had the privilege of being an Assistant Clinician to the new interns, providing them with knowledge and guidelines on how to progress in their own chiropractic careers.

She also worked at various sporting events, including rugby, cricket, water polo and multiple 94.7 Cycle Challenges. Dr. Jenny has a special interest in family based care. She sees babies as young as a couple of days old and her oldest patient to date is 90 years old.

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Dr Jenny Mendes opened her Chiropractic practice in Oakdene, Johannesburg in 2017.

“Everyone starts their journey of life as a new born baby. Life progresses from there. You can’t put an age group to those deserving of good healthcare, even if you are 100 years old.”

- Dr Jenny Mendes

Chiropractic is the art of manipulation of the body to restore all neuromuscular joint dysfunction and help the body to re-establish its instinctive ability to be healthy and disease free.

Chiropractic is a brilliant alternative therapy that has proven results. The aim is to treat the cause of the problem and not only treat the symptoms which arise, that being primarily pain. 

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Chiropractors are doctors that specialize in neuromusculoskeletal conditions. This means that they diagnose and treat problems arising from nerves, muscles, bones and joints. Their primary concern is locating and treating vertebral dysfunctions.

A vertebral dysfunction, simply put, is a spinal segment (i.e. vertebrae) which is not functioning or moving as it is supposed to be.

This could lead to functional or structural changes occurring within the spine. When this happens, it affects the way the nerves work, which in turn affects the way the body functions as a whole.

Chiropractors focus on whole body treatment as the spine is a part of a chain. One area of dysfunction creates another area of dysfunction and pain and so on. Their focus is to correct all abnormal functioning in the spine and joints, to ensure pain free living.

If an area of dysfunction is located, the chiropractor applies a gentle force or thrust over that area. The patient may experience an audible click. This is the joint releasing gas, creating a bubble and easing any areas of inflammation and irritation.

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For more information, visit the Chiropractic Association Of South Africa's website: https://www.chiropractic.co.za/

WHAT DO CHIROPRACTORS

DO?

Mendes Chiropractic and Dr Jenny Mendes provide Chiropractic care for all families in Eastcliff, Johannesburg, Johannesburg South, The Hill, Linmeyer,  Klipriviersberg, Oakdene, Bassonia, Glenvista, Mondeor, Ormonde, New Redruth, Rewlatch, Rosettenville, La Rochelle, and Turffontein.

“The doctor of the future will give no medication, but will interest his patients in the care of the human frame, diet and in the cause and prevention of disease. ~ ” Thomas A Edison

TREATMENT PROCEDURES

Chiropractic Manipulation and adjustments –
Spinal and extremities

Ischaemic Compression

Myofascial release

Dry Needling

Soft tissue therapy and massage

Taping and strapping techniques

Lifestyle modification programs

INTERESTS

Back pain

Neck pain and Whiplash

Headaches and Migraines

Sport maintenance and injuries

Joint pain related to injuries or stress

Paediatrics

Myofascial trigger points

BENEFITS OF CHIROPRACTIC CARE

Back and extremity pain relief 

Headache relief 

Increased mobility and range of motion 

Decreased stiffness

Decreased muscle spasms 

Pain relief caused by arthritic disorders

Increased joint motion

Increased vigor 

Increased sense of wellbeing and relaxation 

Increased balance and coordination 

Reduced degeneration

Decreased risk of injury 

Enhanced tissue healing 

Decreased tissue inflammation 

“A wise man ought to realize that health is his most valuable possession.” -Hippocrates