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What is a Chiropractor?
A chiropractor is a medical professional who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the musculoskeletal system(muscles, ligaments, bone, spine & joints), with special emphasis on the spine.
Chiropractors use a variety of techniques to manipulate the joints and soft tissues of the body to relieve pain, improve function and promote healing. Many people seek out chiropractic care for relief from back pain, neck pain, headaches, and other musculoskeletal conditions. Some also believe that chiropractic care can help improve overall health by maintaining proper alignment of the spine and promoting proper nerve function.
Chiropractic is a branch of the healing arts based on the premise that good health depends, in part, on a normally functioning nervous system. The nervous system includes the brain, spinal cord, and nerves. These nerves control every function of the body through electrical impulses that travel from the brain to every tissue and cell. If these nerve signals are interfered with, it can result in less than optimal health.
Chiropractors use a variety of gentle adjustment techniques to correct misalignments of the spine and other joints. This helps to reduce interference to the nervous system, which can improve overall health and well-being. In addition to adjustments, chiropractors may also recommend lifestyle changes, such as exercise and diet modifications, to help patients achieve and maintain optimum health.
Treatments may include:
Treatment that a chiropractor may offer includes:
Adjustments: To gently realign joints to decrease pain and increase range of motion.
Soft-tissue therapy: To relax tight muscles, relieve spasms and release tension in the connective tissue that surrounds each muscle (fascia).
Exercises and stretches: To restore and maintain joint stability and mobility.
Joint bracing/taping (Kinesio taping): To support sprained joints or muscles as they heal.
Referrals to integrative medicine experts: For guidance on diet and nutrition to reduce inflammation and/or promote healthy eating to manage weight.
- Chiropractors can help manage some of the below problems:
- Arthritis.
- Frequent headaches.
- Healing after an accident or whiplash.
- Joint pain and dysfunction.
- Lower back pain.
- Neck pain.
- Sciatica.
- Stiff muscles or muscle aches.
- Chiropractors make sure not only that your joints are moving properly, but also that your surrounding muscles are functioning as well.
What to expect from the chiropractor?
Your first visit to the chiropractor will begin with an assessment. You will likely be given a list of health questions to complete. Your chiropractor may also want to know if you have a history of migraines and your sleeping patterns, your diet and if you are physically active.
You will also have a physical exam including your posture, a test of your muscle strength, your arm and leg mobility, and anything out of the ordinary like a shoulder or hip out of alignment.
Your chiropractor may also take an x-ray.
During a chiropractic procedure:
Your chiropractor is trained in over 150 techniques, most of which rely on gentle manipulation.
To access various areas of your body, your chiropractor may position you in different ways. But usually, you will be on a specially padded chiropractic table, face down for chiropractic adjustments. As your chiropractor realigns your spine or joints using controlled force, you may hear popping and cracking sounds.
Your chiropractor may place you on a drop table, designed with sections that drop down when pressure is applied to the back. Another piece of equipment your chiropractor may use is known as an activator, a small device that may be used for gentle manipulation.
What happens after a Chiropractic adjustment
After a chiropractic adjustment, you might feel mild soreness or have very minor aches in areas of your body that your chiropractor worked on. This feeling usually goes away within 24 hours and rarely affects people who see a chiropractor regularly.
After your appointment, your chiropractor might recommend “homework” for you to extend your therapy after an adjustment. These recommendations might include:
- Exercises and stretches.
- Proper ergonomics for improving your posture.
- Icing/heat therapy or topical analgesics.
- Advice on nutrition, diet, weight, or general health.
- Ways to manage stress and relax muscles.
- Electrical muscle stimulation using transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulators (TENS).
What are the benefits of a chiropractic adjustment?
There are several benefits of a chiropractic adjustment including:
- Helps minimize migraines and neck-related headaches.
- Improves your posture.
- Reduces pain and improves the range of motion of your spine and other joints.
- Reduces symptoms of chronic conditions like osteoarthritis.
- Treats minor neck or spine injuries, especially whiplash.
If you are experiencing pain or other health problems, contact a chiropractor to see if chiropractic care can help. Chiropractic care is generally considered safe and effective for most people. As with any form of medical care, there are some risks associated with chiropractic adjustments. Be sure to discuss these risks with your chiropractor before beginning treatment.
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