Chiropractic is among the safest of the
healing arts. As proof, one merely has to compare malpractice rates between chiropractors
and other health professionals. Chiropractors' malpractice premiums are a small fraction
of those for medical doctors, especially orthopedists and surgeons.
Is it bad to "crack" your neck or back a lot?
The desire to pop the neck or back is caused by tension from a jammed or fixated
vertebra, which causes another part of the spine to compensate by moving too much and
"popping" a lot. The jammed part should be adjusted by a chiropractor so that
the rest of the spinal column will balance and stop being so movable and noisy.
So I'm not "adjusting" myself?
Cracking or popping your neck gives relief for a while, but soon the urge to pop or
crack reappears because the cause of the spinal tension hasn't been corrected.
Can I tell if I have a subluxation without consulting a Chiropractor?
Not always. A subluxation is like a dental cavity-- you may have it for a long time
before symptoms appear. That's why periodic spinal checkups are so important. Although it
may be possible to know you have a subluxation, it is rarely possible to be sure you
don't. An occasional spinal checkup is always a good idea.
How often should I get a spinal adjustment?
The answer is "as soon as you develop subluxations." But since subluxations are often painless, it's good
to get your spine checked periodically, as you get your teeth checked periodically
for "painless" cavities.
Can I go to a Chiropractor if I'm under medical care?
Yes. Having your subluxations
corrected is important, no matter what other type of health care you are receiving. Today
many D.C.s and M.D.s are working together in clinics and on joint research projects. M.D.s
are quite likely to have patients who are under chiropractic
care; in fact many medical doctors see a doctor of chiropractic
themselves.
Is Chiropractic for you?
The question you should really ask is: are you ready to take responsibility for your
own health, and seek to correct the causes of your health imbalances rather than wait for
a crisis to happen or suppress symptoms with drugs and medication? If so, chiropractic is available to help you attain and
maintain a healthy, vibrant, holistic lifestyle.
Is Chiropractic safe for pregnant women and their unborn child?
Absolutely! Chiropractic is a gentle
drug-free approach to health and is especially beneficial during pregnancy. Free of spinal
nerve stress, the mother-to-be experiences pregnancy at a greater level of comfort,
health, vitality and can better handle the stress of childbirth.
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Can a person who had back surgery see a Chiropractor?
Yes. It's an unfortunate fact that up to half of those who had spinal surgery discover
a return of their original symptoms months or years later. Then they face the prospect of
additional surgery. This too-common occurrence is known as "Failed Back Surgery
Syndrome." Chiropractic may help prevent
repeated operations.
Can Chiropractic prevent back surgery?
In a majority of cases the answer is a resounding "Yes."
Is Chiropractic more than just an effective
treatment for back problems?
Yes. Because of its effectiveness in treating back pain, chiropractic is thought of solely for that purpose.
Although it is actually a science of restoring wellness to the entire body. The nerves to
the organs, glands and other vital parts of the body pass through the spinal column. By
adjusting the spinal column, a chiropractor, in effect, adjusts other parts of the body --
by correcting vertebral misalignments, called "subluxations," which can impinge
nerves and disrupt their natural flow of energy.
Are you "subluxated" and don't even know it?
Although vertebral subluxations
often cause pain, there are many times when they don't -- which means that you or a member
of your family could be subluxated and not even know it! That's why chiropractic adjustments can benefit the entire family
--- from grandchildren to grandparents. At all stages of life, we each need our full
natural flow of nerve energy (our "life-force") to maintain optimum health and
be free from pain, illness, and disease.
I'm not sick. Should I see a Chiropractor?
Yes. Symptoms are not a good way to judge health. They sometimes surface after years
of body malfunction.
If only it were (just a little!), there'd be a lot less sick people around and
chiropractors wouldn't get patients who last saw a chiropractor a "few years ago when
my back went out." It is possible to get used to feeling more balanced, less
stressed, and more energetic as a result of periodic chiropractic
care. You may become more sensitive to your body and know when you've "lost"
your adjustment.
Why is Chiropractic care necessary for children?
Parents who appreciate the importance of check-ups for their child’s teeth,
hearing, eyes, ears, nose, and throat, draw a blank when it comes to the spine. A spinal
checkup can be one of the most important of his/her life. Why? In addition to the stress
of childbirth, the constant jumping, falling, running, and bumping of a normal childhood
often causes spinal and nerve stress with serious health consequences if uncorrected.
I have spinal degeneration, will Chiropractic
help?
Chiropractic care may reduce, halt and even
reverse spinal degeneration by improving spinal balance and posture, and keeping your
joints, nerves, and discs healthy and strong. Of course, the best approach to spinal
degeneration is to prevent it in the first place. That is why spinal checkups for all
children and adults should be a part of everyone’s health care regime.
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