FINDING A CHIROPRACTOR
have browsed the web or local yellow pages to find a doctor to help you it is likely that you have discovered that there are multiple possible choices. This is where it becomes a little more difficult. The next question you have probably asked yourself is what makes one chiropractor different from the next, or how do I find the best chiropractor for me?
Tips for finding the best chiropractor
1. Often, the first place to start your search shouldn’t be the internet or local yellow pages, but instead by asking trusted friends and relatives. Ask these people about their experiences with different doctors and who they would they would seek for care if they needed help. Recommendations or referrals can speak a lot about the practices of different offices.
2. Once you have narrowed your search, it is often helpful to schedule an initial consultation with a chiropractor to ask any questions you have. It has been found that the results of treatment at any health care facility are not only dependent on the care provided by the doctor, but also how comfortable the patient feels around the treating physician.
3. When searching for a chiropractor many people don’t realize that there are a number of different techniques that they can use. Typically, chiropractors have been taught a variety of techniques and will refine one or more to meet your individual condition. When searching for a doctor make sure to include questions about how the doctor adjusts.
4. Finally, it is also useful to determine your chiropractors’ educational background. While all chiropractors undergo a rigorous academic career, there are a number of different chiropractic schools to attend. Insuring that the chiropractor you are researching has graduated from a school that is accredited by the Council on Chiropractic education is fundamental. Additionally, researching if your prospective doctor has any additional certifications can be useful.
hope this article has been helpful for you. While one chiropractor may be the best for one particular person you may find that another is the best for you. Using your own judgment and common sense can go a long way in the determination process.
Things You Can Do At Home
The following instructions apply to good health habits at all times. You should follow these special instructions until your subluxations are corrected or until I have mentioned otherwise
If you have any questions regarding your care, please feel free to talk to me at anytime.
Avoid lifting heavy objects, moving furniture, etc. Do not iron, vacuum, mop, stoop or change beds within the first week of your care.
Never use a heating pad on your spine unless you’ve checked with Dr. B first. It can increase inflammation and pain.
Do not hold your neck tense or stiff. RELAX!!
Do not use your head as a lever (in bed).
Do not sleep with your arms under your head or neck.
Never sleep on your stomach.
Walk at least 2 km, 3x/ week. It helps a degenerating disc recover faster.
Do not take hot baths for low back pain unless you check with Dr. B first.
Do not bend forward to put on shoes, trousers, etc. Try to lean your back against a wall when doing so.
To get out of bed, turn on your side, draw your knees up and use your arms to raise yourself.
Do not stand with your knees locked.
Do not stoop (bend) forward with your knees straight. Use your legs when lifting.
Do not sit or drive with your legs straight out; bend your knees.
Do not jog, running is O.K. It changes the stress of heel strike.
Avoid twisting, heavy lifting, pushing or any quick jerking of your spine.
Avoid rubbing or poking the areas that I adjust.
Do not miss or reschedule your appointments unless absolutely unavoidable. They are specifically timed to ensure your optimum recovery. (This is similar to building a foundation – one brick at a time. Not a good idea to start removing bricks)
Avoid overhead work such as painting ceilings, wallpapering etc.
Watch your posture; others do.
Set aside a special time for yourself to RELAX.
When sitting, choose a chair which is supportive to your spine. When purchasing a chair, buy one that fits your spine. Do not try and fit yourself to the chair. Avoid soft couches.
Cross your legs at the ankles not your knees.
Get plenty of rest so that your body has the opportunity to repair tissue damage.
Sleep on a mattress which is supportive to your spine. Too hard or too soft is not good. I find that a latex mattress is best.
Do not stand for long periods of time. If it is necessary, place one foot on a stool or other support. This will minimize stress on the bottom disc of your spine.
Your pillow is very important. It should be neither too high or too low, but rather supportive.
Never lie your head on the arm of a couch.
Do not read or watch TV in bed.
Be good to your spine; it is the only one you will get.
Mainly For Ladies
When having your hair done, bend your head forward into the sink to have it washed, never back.
Wear shoes of moderate heel height. High heel shoes accentuate “swayback” and place added stress on the bottom spinal discs.
Watch your weight. Your discs don’t like to carry extra weight. (This one is for men also)
Go dancing often. There’s nothing like good ol’rock’n’roll to get your spine exercised. It really is the very best exercise for you.
CHIROPRACTIC CARE — THINGS THAT MAY SURPRISE YOU
Chiropractic is one of the most misunderstood medical professions. Although therapeutic spinal manipulation has been around for thousands of years, chiropractic has only been used in Western countries for about 100 years. This makes it a relatively new field compared to most other medical specialisations and research and evidence in chiropractic continues to grow. To help you gain a little more insight into the field, here are 11 surprising facts about chiropractic and chiropractors that our chiropractors in Stoke on Trent and Newcastle Under Lyme want to share with you.
The chiropractor helps your body heal itself
Chiropractic care doesn’t magically heal your body. It simply restores the proper range of motion to your musculoskeletal system. By fixing mobility problems that your musculoskeletal system has, chiropractic care takes stress off of the central nervous system and allows the body to heal itself naturally.
Chiropractors can treat a wide range of health problems
Most people associate chiropractic care with the treatment of back problems. However, there are many more health conditions that can helped with chiropractic care. These include headaches, certain types of dizziness, poor posture, shoulder problems, sporting injuries
Most professional athletes visit the chiropractor
It’s common for professional athletes to visit chiropractors to maintain the health of their musculoskeletal system and to treat sporting injuries. Some famous athletes who have used regularly used chiropractors include
Most chiropractic adjustments don’t hurt
If you have seen a chiropractor performing adjustments on a patient, you might assume that it is painful due to the cracking noises that are sometimes heard. Surprisingly, the chiropractic adjustment process is completely painless most of the time. Chiropractors only use a small amount of force to guide your musculoskeletal system back into alignment and it is very rare to experience any pain.
FINDING A CHIROPRACTOR
have browsed the web or local yellow pages to find a doctor to help you it is likely that you have discovered that there are multiple possible choices. This is where it becomes a little more difficult.
While this can be challenging, there are a few things that can set one chiropractor apart from another. Knowing these things will go a long way in helping you find the best chiropractor for you
TIPS FOR FINDING THE BEST CHIROPRACTOR
1. Often, the first place to start your search shouldn’t be the internet or local yellow pages, but instead by asking trusted friends and relatives. Ask these people about their experiences with different doctors and who they would they would seek for care if they needed help. Recommendations or referrals can speak a lot about the practices of different offices.
2. Once you have narrowed your search, it is often helpful to schedule an initial consultation with a chiropractor to ask any questions you have. It has been found that the results of treatment at any health care facility are not only dependent on the care provided by the doctor, but also how comfortable the patient feels around the treating physician.
3. When searching for a chiropractor many people don’t realize that there are a number of different techniques that they can use. Typically, chiropractors have been taught a variety of techniques and will refine one or more to meet your individual condition. When searching for a doctor make sure to include questions about how the doctor adjusts.
4. Finally, it is also useful to determine your chiropractors’ educational background. While all chiropractors undergo a rigorous academic career, there are a number of different chiropractic schools to attend. Insuring that the chiropractor you are researching has graduated from a school that is accredited by the Council on Chiropractic education is fundamental. Additionally, researching if your prospective doctor has any additional certifications can be useful.
hope this article has been helpful for you. While one chiropractor may be the best for one particular person you may find that another is the best for you. Using your own judgment and common sense can go a long way in the determination process.
Chiropractic adjustment
Chiropractic adjustment is a procedure in which trained specialists (chiropractors) use their hands or a small instrument to apply a controlled, sudden force to a spinal joint. The goal of this procedure, also known as spinal manipulation, is to improve spinal motion and improve your body’s physical function.
Risks
Chiropractic adjustment is safe when it’s performed by someone trained and licensed to deliver chiropractic care. Serious complications associated with chiropractic adjustment are overall rare, but may include:
A herniated disk or a worsening of an existing disk herniation
Compression of nerves in the lower spinal column (cauda equina syndrome)
A certain type of stroke (vertebral artery dissection) after neck manipulation
Don’t seek chiropractic adjustment if you have:
Severe osteoporosis
Numbness, tingling or loss of strength in an arm or leg
Cancer in your spine
An increased risk of stroke
A known bone abnormality in the upper neck
How you prepare
No special preparation is required before a chiropractic adjustment. Chiropractic treatment may require a series of visits to your chiropractor, but most people attain maximum improvement in six to 10 visits. Many health insurance policies cover chiropractic care, but you might want to check to see how many treatments are covered in a given time period.
What you can expect
At your initial visit, your chiropractor will ask questions about your health history and perform a physical exam, with particular attention to your spine. Your chiropractor may also recommend other examinations or tests, such as X-rays.