National Chiropractic Health Month!
October is “National Chiropractic Health Month” and we are very excited to share with you the great benefits of Chiropractic care! “Why choose it?Chiropractic is the method of natural healing most chosen by those seeking complementary/alternative health care for acute and chronic conditions.While you may first visit a chiropractor to relieve pain in the lower back or to treat sciatica, neck pain, whiplash or headache, you will find that a chiropractor views you as a whole person and not the sum of your parts. A chiropractor will work in partnership with you to ensure your optimal health and wellness.”
Chiropractic care is very helpful in day to day life. If you are feeling a bit under the weather, this is a great way to naturally “trigger you body’s ability to heal; Chiropractors recognize that many factors affect your health, including exercise, nutrition, sleep, environment and heredity. Chiropractic focuses on maintaining your health naturally to help your body resist disease, rather than simply treating the symptoms of disease.”
Here are a few frequently asked questions;
Q: Is chiropractic treatment safe?
A: Chiropractic is widely recognized as one of the safest drug-free, non-invasive therapies available for the treatment of neuromusculoskeletal complaints. Although chiropractic has an excellent safety record, no health treatment is completely free of potential adverse effects. The risks associated with chiropractic, however, are very small. Many patients feel immediate relief following chiropractic treatment, but some may experience mild soreness, stiffness or aching, just as they do after some forms of exercise. Current research shows that minor discomfort or soreness following spinal manipulation typically fades within 24 hours.
Q: Is chiropractic treatment appropriate for children?
A: Yes, children can benefit from chiropractic care. Children are very physically active and experience many types of falls and blows from activities of daily living as well as from participating in sports. Injuries such as these may cause many symptoms including back and neck pain, stiffness, soreness or discomfort. Chiropractic care is always adapted to the individual patient. It is a highly skilled treatment, and in the case of children, very gentle.
Q: Why is there a popping sound when a joint is adjusted?
A: Adjustment (or manipulation) of a joint may result in the release of a gas bubble between the joints, which makes a popping sound. The same thing occurs when you “crack” your knuckles. The noise is caused by the change of pressure within the joint, which results in gas bubbles being released. There is usually minimal, if any, discomfort involved.
In conclusion, Chiropractic care is a very beneficial way to naturally relieve pain, sickness, increase mobility,and maintain a healthy happy body. For more information on Chiropractic benefits, here are a couple sources: http://www.palmer.edu/about-us/benefits-of-chiropractic/ https://www.acatoday.org/patients/why-choose-chiropractic/chiropractic-frequently-asked-questions
