Should I go to the Chiropractor?

Answer 1

Although no treatments exist that are completely without risk, spinal manipulation, when performed by a trained health care professional such as a doctor of chiropractic, is one of the safest forms of therapy for the treatment of Back pain, neck pain, headaches and other musculoskeletal conditions (1,2). Common side effects from spinal manipulation include soreness, sprain/strain, headaches and nausea (3). There also exist a very slight risk of fracture. Despite the hype in the media, there is currently no evidence to suggest that spinal manipulation causes any side-effects more severe than those listed above (4,5).

1) A Risk Assessment of Cervical Manipulation vs. NSAIDs for the Treatment of Neck Pain. J Manipulative Physiol Ther 1995; 18 (8): 530-536.

2) The benefits outweigh the risks for patients undergoing chiropractic care for neck pain: a prospective, multicenter, cohort study. J Manipulative Physiol Ther 2007;30: 408-418.

3) How common are side effects of spinal manipulation and can these side effects be predicted? Manual Therapy. 2004. 9 (3), Pages 151-156.

4) Risk of Vertebrobasilar Stroke and Chiropractic Care Results of a Population-Based Case-Control and Case-Crossover Study. SPINE. 2008, 33 (4S), pp S176-S183.

Did you know that doctors of chiropractic provide you all about 200 million healthcare visits in the United States each year? During the course of your typical "chiropractic course of care", you and your chiropractor often develop excellent relationships that provide any number of "teachable moments" during your one on one encounters? What are the benefits? Did you know that phenomenal growth in the public and professional recognition of alternative and complementary healthcare approaches as a critical ingredient in health and wellness: the role of nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle; and the role of your attitude and responsibility for your own health have all gained consumer and scientific acknowledgement? This growing interest is the result of successes of alternative approaches and recognition of the limitations of "conventional medicine" as a complete approach to your "health care" needs. Although chiropractic is still thought of as "alternative", these approaches are a significant aspect of your "health care" system. Did you know that Americans make more visits to alternative practitioners than they do to primary care medical physicians (Eisenberg in 1997, 629 million visits to CAM providers versus 386 million visits to primary care physicians) and pay more out of pocket to see these providers than they do for all hospitalizations? Did you know that numerous studies have provided cost comparisons between medical and chiropractic services, with virtually all showing that chiropractic demonstrates greater efficacy and cost-effectiveness? Did you know that cranial sacral therapy is effective in head trauma (MVA, sports, and birth)? Did you know that chiropractic extremity adjustments may reduce your musculoskeletal, rib cage, trauma, heart or lung related body signals, asthma, upper respiratory infection, upper or lower gastrointestinal, open chest surgery, and transplant body signals, and provide release and relief of pressure choking off the nerves connected to your spine? Did you know that your "chiropractic health"investment is lower by a substantial margin with dividends higher, with the length of your treatment varying? A 1988 Florida study showed that the cost of a case managed by a doctor of chiropractic was $1204 compared to similar cases managed by a medical physician, which averaged $2213 and took 39 days vs. 58 days to return to work. A 1991 Utah study of 3062 cases for comparison of DC to MD services showed that DC managed cases returned to work 90% faster than MD managed cases. The average treatment cost per DC case was $526 compared with MD costs of $684. Did you know that research by Gary Gaumer, PhD in 2006 shows that out of the 8 comparative studies, 6 show higher levels of satisfaction with DC care, 1 shows a higher satisfaction with MD care, and 1 shows no difference? Did you know that Magna's study for the provincial government of Ontario, Canada concluded that doubling the use of chiropractic services from 10% to 20% could realize a savings of as much as $770 million annually in direct costs and $8.3 billion in indirect costs and is one of the best studies demonstrating the cost-effectiveness of chiropractic care? Did you know that this a follow-up study by Magnus and Angus concluded that "there is an overwhelming evidence indicated [release and relief of pressure choking off the nerves connected to your lower back] is more cost effective than medical management and that "there would be highly significant cost savings if more management of [the release and relief of pressure choking off the nerves connected to your lower back] was transferred from physicians to chiropractors? Did you know that practice members who consider themselves "to be responsible for their own health decisions" are more likely to be satisfied with care than other persons are? Did you know that the NCCAM (formerly the Office of Alternative Medicine), is issuing grants as part of a new commitment to research the effectiveness of alternative treatments? Did you know that the chiropractic profession is rapidly gaining acceptance? It now has a body of credible research literature that has expanded significantly? Several fine scientific journals (at least one that is indexed worldwide) exists and the profession has an increasing number of high quality textbooks. Did you know that early signs of incorporating a evidence based chiropractic practice approach to patient management is emerging? Did you know that an increasing number of chiropractic colleges have been awarded an evidence based practice within their curricula and patient clinics? A number of post graduate offerings are available and expanding. Over 80 medical schools, including Harvard, are beginning to teach chiropractic health practices, and a blue ribbon panel has recently recommended that this practice be extended into all medical school curricula. These changes extend to a growing awareness of chiropractic health, a shift that will create challenges and opportunities for chiropractors.

Answer 2

If you are having any aches and pains in your body and used over the counter medication and or oitments for pain relief and you are still experiencing symptoms of pain then yes you should to make sure nothing serious is happening with your body and if their is then go their to get it fixed.

Answer 3

Yes, chiropractors offer an alternative healthy way to feel great and be healthy. They concentrate on treating the problem rather than relieving the symptoms. The chiropractor's philosophy focuses on the body as a machine operating by itself. Chiropractors only enable the body to function as it was designed to do. In addition, chiropractors are a very safe method compared to many drugs designed to relieve pain but are filled with harmful side effects. I encourage you to learn more about this doctor as it is growing ever so popular for its proven success.

Answer 4

Yes, that is certainly one very valid treatment option. There are a number of ways to treat sciatica. Many people first go to a medical doctor, who may prescribe various kinds of pain medicine. Sometimes, physical therapy is also recommended. But seeing a chiropractor can be a viable way to address sciatica, and there are documented cases where chiropractic care was extremely helpful in alleviating the pain and improving the condition; and even many traditional medical doctors now acknowledge the usefulness of chiropractic care for sciatica.

Answer 5

We go to the Chiropractors whenever we meet with an auto accident or car accident and injured internally. At that time chiropractor is the best way to get rid out of all internal injuries. They can easily understand your internal injury and according to that, they start treatment for that injury either it is big or small. if you searching for Auto Accident Chiropractors then you should visit Integrated Health Solutions or call us at: +1 317-449-2020

Answer 6

yes it's good for you! If you incorporate it along with massage, stretching and taking good care of yourself. If the chiropractor knows what they are doing it can help a lot.

Answer 7

File a police report then go to the doctor

Answer 8

Yes