The Benefits of Seeing A Chiropractor
Do you struggle with chronic back or neck pain due to an injury, stress, aging, or posture issues? You may find that a chiropractor is what you've been looking for all of these years. The American Chiropractic Association estimates that 27 million people per year are treated by chiropractors. Learn more about what a chiropractic doctor does and how one can help you manage your pain.
What Does a Chiropractor Do?
A chiropractor is a doctor who studies and specializes in treating disorders related to the nervous and musculoskeletal system. They perform manual adjustments to the body (usually the back), also called spinal manipulation, that helps relieve pressure, inflammation, and pain. A problem with the nervous or musculoskeletal system can affect other parts of the body, so sometimes seeing a chiropractor can ease other symptoms. For example, digestive issues and headaches are often resolved after chiropractic treatments.
The Value of a Good Chiropractor
If you have persistent pain that affects your ability to work, walk, or even sleep, having a good chiropractor on call is a wise choice. This doctor is well-versed in how your body works, how it is connected and is also familiar with dozens of chiropractic manipulation techniques. Just a few visits can resolve pain issues and some medical ailments. In many cases, a visit to a chiropractor should be one of the first steps before considering more extreme treatments like surgery.
Chiropractic Treatments
A chiropractor will approach your pain with a detailed and customized treatment plan. Here are a few of the various treatments offered:
- Spinal manipulations to treat subluxation (dislocation or misalignment)
- Ice and heat therapy
- Medications to manage pain
- Physical therapy
Talk to a Chiropractor
You never know if your problem with back pain could be resolved with a few sessions with a chiropractor at Castledowns Chiropractic in Edmonton, AB.
