What Is Chiropractic?
Chiropractic Defined
The doctor of chiropractic is a specialist in spinal musculoskeletal disorders. She is expertly trained to diagnose and treat the many musculoskeletal injuries by reviewing the patient's complete health history, and then performing an exam, evaluating the nerves, muscles and spine, and when appropriate, ordering x-rays and/or other advanced testing. Such injuries may occur on the job, in motor vehicle accidents, sporting injuries or in your daily life.
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50% of working Americans admit to having back pain
50% of working Americans admit to having back pain symptoms each year•One of the most common reasons for missed work
One of the most common reasons for missed work• Second most common reason for visits to the doctor’s
office (out-numbered only by upper-respiratory infections) •Most cases of back pain are mechanical or non-organic- meaning they are not caused by serious conditions
Most cases of back pain are mechanical or non-organic- meaning they are not caused by serious conditions•Experts estimate 80% of the population will experience a back problem at some time in our lives
Experts estimate 80% of the population will experience a back problem at some time in our livesBack Pain Facts:
Upon injury, the individual often alters the normal position or flexibility of the spinal vertebrae. Chiropractic treatment is designed to restore normal alignment and thus minimize pain and suffering. Gentle manipulative therapy or “adjustment” is often effective in rapidly returning the injured person to a productive status. The doctor of chiropractic can also provide guidance with advice designed
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to reduce work-related injuries, proper lifting procedures and therapeutic stretching exercises.
For more information on chiropractic and related research, visit the American Chiropractic Association Website: http://www.amerchiro.org.
