Diverse Pain Conditions that Chiropractors Treat
Chiropractors mostly deal with spinal problems and back pain. With non-surgical techniques, they aim at relieving the pain and improving the patient’s quality of life. A natural, drug-free approach, chiropractic care is a therapy that uses manipulation to restore normal function and reduce pressure on the body and the nervous system. Chiropractors diagnose and treat many different spinal disorders that cause musculoskeletal or nerve pain. Chiropractic manipulation involves physical manipulation of the spine to relieve pain and restore energy to the body. According to the American Chiropractic Association, it is estimated that Doctors of Chiropractic (DCs) treat over 27million Americans (adults and children) annually and the chiropractic specialty outperformed all other back pain treatments, including prescription medication, deep-tissue massage, yoga, pilates, and over-the-counter medication therapies. The goals of chiropractic care include the restoration of function and prevention of injury, in addition to back pain relief. A safe alternative to opioid use, chiropractic can improve the patient’s quality of life through pain relief and improved posture and function, without surgery. The treatment can also Naturally increase your energy level Improve athletic performance Relieve stress and mental tension Improve posture Improve spinal structure and makes spinal discs healthier Chiropractic care in conjunction with physical therapy is proven to be a powerful pain management treatment. While chiropractors address the structural issues, physical therapists improve the stability, and strengthen joints and muscles to achieve greater function. Disorders that Chiropractors Can Treat
There is a common misconception that chiropractors treat only back pain. However, the disorders that a chiropractor can treat effectively include, but are not limited to -
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Low back pain - One of the most common health issues, low back pain disrupts many
aspects of life. Chiropractic care helps with proper alignment of the spinal column. The treatment also removes nerve blockages, resulting in improved function, joint coordination and blood circulation.
Scoliosis – This abnormal curvature of the spine can cause uneven shoulders, waist or
hips and a curve in the lower back. Chiropractic adjustments can also prevent the curvature of the spine from worsening and the spine from degenerating more.
Sciatica – The condition is caused by compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve.
Constant pain in the nerve runs from the lower back down through the lower legs. Discomfort caused by sciatica may include numbness and weak muscles to an aching, burning, or tingling feeling.
Whiplash injury - An injury to the neck muscles can be the result of rapid forward and
backward motion. In the acute phase, chiropractor strives to reduce neck inflammation using various therapy modalities, followed by gentle stretching and manual therapy techniques At established healthcare centers, chiropractors use imaging tests such as MRI, CT scan or X-ray to assist with the diagnosis. Depending on the results, the physician will prescribe an individualized treatment plan that may include chiropractic adjustments, physical therapy and other exercises to do at home. The treatment plan may involve one or more manual adjustments in which the doctor manipulates the joints to improve range and quality of motion. Other non-surgical therapies chiropractors use to treat patients with spinal problems include heat and ice application, exercise, massage, and lifestyle counseling.
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