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8 Myths About Chiropractic Care

According to the World Health Organization, 80% of people experience back pain at some point in their life and seek medical treatment to deal with their pain. Chiropractic has been proven over and over again to be an effective, safe, and natural solution to back pain. However, many misconceptions about what chiropractic care is and isn’t stop people from seeking help from a chiropractor. We wanted to play our own little version of Myth Busters this week, and settle

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Five Common Myths About Chiropractic Care

Chiropractic care is one of the fastest-growing non-invasive and highly effective medical approaches to relieving nerve pain, joint pain, back pain, headaches, migraines, pregnancy-related pain, and a host of other maladies and ailments. Given its rise in popularity, it is inevitable that some myths would develop about chiropractic care and its various treatments and applications. The following sections identify the five most common myths. These sections analyze the sources of the myths, dispelling some of the misconceptions

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How to Relieve Neck Pain Today

Pain symptoms act as significant impediments to one’s quality of life and their ability to get through normal, day-to-day tasks. Some struggle with chronic pain and must rely on around-the-clock treatment to get through the day. But even for those whose pain is not chronic, experiencing sudden neck pain or even mild discomfort can be significantly detrimental. What Causes Neck Pain? The neck is one of the most important regions of the human body, operating as a

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Can Chiropractic Adjustments Help You Avoid a Cold Naturally?

Ever since the COVID-19 Pandemic, Americans have become more aware of communicable illnesses and the importance of protecting their health. Year-round (but especially during cold and flu season), people have adopted new practices like taking immune support supplements, using hand sanitizer and washing their hands more often, masking in public, and avoiding heavily crowded areas. However, there is another approach to preventing colds and similar illnesses this year: chiropractic adjustments and other types of chiropractic care that

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How Sleep Influences Back Pain

With most of the focus being on getting enough sleep every night, far too little attention is paid to how one sleeps. Indeed, given that humans spend roughly one-third of their 24-hour day in bed, it would be a good idea to learn how to sleep properly, especially if one is experiencing back pain due to poor sleep habits.  Back Pain from Sleeping: A Look at the Numbers According to Henry Ford Health, many of America’s health

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The Difference Between Chiropractic and Physical Therapy

Chiropractic treatment and physical therapy (also known as physiotherapy) are similar forms of medicine, but they have distinct differences. Patients should be aware of these differences because, depending on their symptoms, they may require one or the other (or both). Chiropractic Care and Physical Therapy Defined Chiropractors and physical therapists specialize in addressing the musculoskeletal issues of the human body. However, the approach differs depending on the specialty. For example, chiropractors primarily use manual adjustments and manipulations

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Common Symptoms of a Pinched Nerve (And How to Treat It)

Musculoskeletal pain symptoms (pain related to the muscles, bones, tendons, ligaments, joints, and cartilage) are unpleasant and distracting. They can vary in severity, ranging from a mild annoyance to a five-alarm fire that requires immediate treatment. One of the most common types of musculoskeletal pain is that of a pinched nerve. What Causes a Pinched Nerve? First, one must answer, “What is a pinched nerve?” A pinched nerve occurs when surrounding tissues, including muscles, bones, cartilage, or

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Do Chiropractors Need to Perform X-Rays on Patients?

Chiropractors committed to providing the best chiropractic care for their patients utilize all the tools at their disposal, including X-rays. X-rays are an important diagnostic tool, enabling chiropractors to understand their patients’ musculoskeletal systems, particularly their spine. What are X-rays Used for in Chiropractic Practice? Simply put, X-rays allow the doctor to see inside the body and assess the spine and other musculoskeletal structures. While a chiropractor can learn much simply by visually and physically examining the

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How Often Should I See a Chiropractor?

One of the most frequently asked questions in any chiropractor’s office is, “How often should I see a chiropractor?” or, “How often should I get a back adjustment?” or, “When should I get a chiropractic adjustment?” The best way to determine this is to consult with a chiropractor one-on-one, as only a practicing chiropractor can provide their patient with a thorough, personalized treatment plan that includes information on the frequency of visits. However, other factors can be

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