Chiropractic Treatment
Chiropractic treatment is manipulation of the spine beyond the range it normally goes, but within the range it is designed to move. As a treatment for back pain it can be as effective as other treatments and has the advantage of being drug free.
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- Q What is chiropractic therapy?
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Highly popular for chronic back and headache pain, chiropractic therapy is a form of spinal manipulation aimed at correcting pain-inducing misalignments between the vertebrae. The jury's still out on whether it works, but if you're thinking of trying it,... Full Answer
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- Q Does chiropractic spinal manipulation help treat lumbar disc herniation?
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Multiple studies have examined the effects of spinal manipulation in patients with herniated lumbar discs. Results are variable, with some studies reporting benefits, and others finding no effects. Various techniques, measurement systems, and study... Full Answer
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- Q What is treatment by a doctor of chiropractic like?
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Your chiropractic treatment plan may involve collaborative care with other health care providers, or chiropractic care may be the primary treatment method. Learn more in this video with Dr. Rick McMichael of the American Chiropractic Association: Full Answer
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- Q What should I know before I try chiropractic spinal manipulation?
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There are many reports of serious complications during and after spinal manipulation (particularly with cervical spine/neck manipulation). However, the frequency of these events remains controversial and unclear. The most common adverse effect is... Full Answer
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- Q Does chiropractic spinal manipulation help treat cervical disc herniation?
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There is not enough reliable scientific evidence to conclude the effects of chiropractic techniques in the management of cervical disc herniation. You should read product labels, and discuss all therapies with a qualified healthcare provider. Natural... Full Answer
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- Q Does chiropractic treatment require a referral from an MD?
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A referral is usually not needed to see a doctor of chiropractic (DC); however, your health plan may have specific referral requirements. You may want to contact your employer’s human resources department—or the insurance plan... Full Answer
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- Q Are doctors of chiropractic licensed healthcare providers?
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The first state law licensing doctors of chiropractic was passed in 1913. Today, all 50 states in the United States license doctors of chiropractic under their health care practice acts—as do U.S. territories, Canadian provinces and many other... Full Answer
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- Q How do doctors of chiropractic treat back pain?
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With a thorough knowledge of the structure and function of the human body, doctors of chiropractic make diagnoses and take steps to correct problems using spinal adjustments, dietary and lifestyle advice, and other non-invasive treatments such as therapy... Full Answer
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- Q What should I bring with me to my first chiropractic appointment?
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When applicable, take any recent diagnostic reports or copies of previous test results (e.g. MRI, X-ray or lab reports). A list of medications you are taking--including prescription and over-the-counter medications as well as nutritional supplements--can... Full Answer
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- Q How is a chiropractic adjustment performed?
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Chiropractic adjustment or manipulation is a manual procedure that utilizes the highly refined skills developed during the doctor of chiropractic’s intensive years of chiropractic education. The chiropractic physician typically uses his or her... Full Answer
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