subject: Things to Consider When Finding a Chiropractor for Pain Management [print this page] Things to Consider When Finding a Chiropractor for Pain Management
Chiropractic is another healthcare discipline that manages body pain problems without doing medical procedures or operations. It emphasizes diagnosis, treatment and prevention of physical illness related to musculoskeletal system disorders particularly the spine - it is all about healthcare in relation to body structure and neurologic function.
Providing alternatives to drugs and surgery, all Chiropractors treat back and neck pains, headaches, injuries from sports, and repetitive strains. Some Chiropractors have advanced training for rehabilitation, sports injuries, nutrition, neurology, orthopedics and internal disorders. Theses Chiropractors treat conditions such as arthritis, fibromyalgia, digestive disorders, fatigue, allergies and others.
When looking for a chiropractic doctor, one should take several considerations into account and that include the following:
A chiropractic doctors four years of training in anatomy, physiology, pathology, microbiology, neurology, orthopedics, public health, spinal manipulation, physiotherapy and actually more classroom hours than a four year medical degree. They also have one year of clinical rounds.
Chiropractors pass stringent national and state licensing tests and must have continuing education yearly.
Over the hundred year history of Chiropractic, many methodologies have developed to effectively treat similar conditions. Many chiropractors utilize different methods to achieve the same results, however, patient preference as to specific techniques differs. The types of techniques employed also vary according to the different conditions they may treat.
Chiropractic doctors do not use drugs or medical procedures like surgery for treatment. However, after diagnosing your condition, they may refer or consult with a medical specialist if that is appropriate for your care.
A good place to start when looking for a chiropractor is asking friend or a loved one for a referral. More and more physicians may also be able to refer you.
Doing a research online can also be an effective way of finding a chiropractic doctor in town. Simple search on Google or other search engines can give you lots of information about your need. You can find out what different techniques and philosophies of care a chiropractor may employ. And, making your search geo-targeted, you can find information of those who are near you e.g. searching through Google Places.
Lastly, conducting a telephone interview before undergoing a treatment with is highly recommended it is better that you understand everything you and your doctor need to know. Usually best to conduct a telephone interview or request an office consultation to find out more about how the chiropractor practices.
