5 Myths About Chiropractic Care
There are a lot of myths about chiropractors that may scare people away before they discover the health benefits of chiropractic treatment. For this reason, we’d like to take this opportunity to debunk some of the top myths surrounding chiropractic care. Our chiropractors in Grand Rapids, MI, want to eliminate any barriers that may prevent someone from receiving the care they need.
Here are some of the top myths about chiropractic care. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to call our office and schedule an appointment.
Myth #1: Chiropractors Aren’t Real Doctors
A chiropractor is a doctor that’s recognized by the Department of Health and Human Services, as well as federal law. As such, you can trust our chiropractic doctors to provide you with the care you need.
Our chiropractors will also coordinate your treatment with other healthcare providers as needed to ensure you receive the highest quality of patient care. For example, for some patients it is necessary for us to coordinate their care with a physical therapist to give them the best possible outcome for healing and improved quality of life.
Myth #2: Chiropractic Adjustments Hurt
Many people assume that hurt because they associate the treatment with the popping and cracking of joints. However, this couldn’t be further from the truth. In fact, many patients experience immediate relief after a chiropractic adjustment.
The cracking and popping sounds are associated with air and gas moving through the fluid in your joints. In the case of a back adjustment, the chiropractor would help release any buildup of fluid in the joint capsules around the spine. This may help relieve any pain or discomfort in the neck or back.
Myth #3: Chiropractic Treatment Isn’t Safe
In general, is both safe and effective as long as you are receiving care from a licensed and trained chiropractor. That being said, our chiropractic doctors will evaluate your case and may request diagnostic imaging to determine if you’re a good candidate for chiropractic treatment. Certain medical conditions may prevent you from being a candidate such as osteoporosis, spine deformities, spine cancer, and increased stroke risk.
Myth #5: You’ll Have to See a Chiropractor for Life
Some people may choose to see a chiropractor for routine, preventive care. However, this doesn’t describe all of our patients at Harrison Integrative Wellness Center. For example, many people seek out chiropractic care because they need help recovering from an injury. Under these circumstances, a person may not require chiropractic care once they’ve healed.
It’s important to remember that each patient is different. This means that it’s impossible to predict what treatment plan you’ll need to restore your health and well being. For this reason, we recommend scheduling an appointment with one of our Grand Rapids chiropractors.
Schedule an Appointment with Harrison Integrative Wellness Center
Our chiropractic doctors in Grand Rapids, MI, are accepting new patients. To schedule an appointment and learn how you could benefit from chiropractic care, please call (616) 363-0902. You may also fill out our online contact form and someone from our team will reach out to you soon.