Why Does Chiropractic Care Work So Well?
When patients see the chiropractor for the first time, they are often surprised by how well it works. After all, a chiropractic adjustment typically only takes a few minutes, and it's so simple in comparison to complex medical treatments like injections. So, why is chiropractic care so simple? There are a few reasons.
Chiropractic care treats the patient as a whole.
So often, a problem with one body part is not just a problem with that body part. For example, you may have pain in your hip, but the pain may be originated from the fact that your lower spine is out of alignment, causing you to compensate with that hip. Some medical practitioners would just focus on the hip pain because that's the presenting symptom. They might treat it with pain relievers or massage. However, the problem will keep coming back because the underlying cause — the spinal misalignment — was never addressed.
Chiropractors do address the patient as a whole. They seek to identify the issues underlying your symptoms and manage those issues rather than just easing the symptoms. This makes chiropractic care really effective in managing all sorts of pain, and not just in the short term.
Chiropractic care deals with the spine, which affects everything.
Various nerves come off your spine, and they control all sort sorts of bodily functions, from sleep to digestion. If your spine is misaligned, then pressure on these nerves can lead to all sorts of symptoms, some of which you may not even realize you had until you have a chiropractic adjustment. For example, you may have an adjustment because you've been struggling with back pain, but since the adjustment also eases pressure on nerves related to sleep, you also start sleeping better after your adjustment. When you walk out of the chiropractor feeling like a whole new person, this is why!
Chiropractic care is performed by practitioners who listen.
Chiropractors, often more so than other practitioners, really emphasize listening to their patients and working with their patients. Your chiropractor will listen closely to your complaints and how you describe your symptoms, and they'll tailor their care to suit your unique needs. If you give your chiropractor feedback, they'll take it into account. This sort of collaborative approach leads to better, more effective treatment for patients.
If you see a chiropractor, you can generally expect to get great care. Chiropractic care itself lends itself towards being really effective, and chiropractors are also compassionate practitioners who are happy to ensure your needs are met.
For more information on what services chiropractors offer, contact a chiropractor near you.
