We would all consider other options to surgery, or to depend on medication to relieve chronic headaches, sciatica and neck pain.
Fortunately, chiropractic careThis is an option. By adopting a holistic approach to treating patients with these kinds of issues, Doctors of Chiropractic have won many converts in the field of health care. WebMD.com quotes Doctors of Chiropractic as saying that they appreciate this approach. “a person is made up of interdependent parts, and — if one part is not working properly — all the other parts will be affected.”
These are some things to look for if you haven’t been to a chiropractor before.
* A thorough evaluation that may include X-rays, a physical, a chiropractic structural exam that pays particular attention to the spine and pelvis and perhaps a laboratory analysis of blood and urine samples.
* A posture test designed to check for abnormalities like a shoulder or hip that’s higher than the other.
* Gentle correction of any misalignments in the spine and pelvis through methods including manual and instrument adjustments.
* Specific stretching techniques and soft tissue rehabilitation.
* Advice and counsel, where needed, on everything from nutrition to exercise to lifestyle modification.
“Chiropractors recognize that even something as simple as your posture and sleep habits can affect your health,”Dr. Gerard Clum, of the Foundation for Chiropractic Progress, said these words. “And their focus is on helping your body maximize your ability to heal and resist disease rather than just treating the symptoms of an injury or disease.”
Find a chiropractor near your location by visiting www.F4CP.org/findadoctor.
