6 Proven Facts About Chiropractic Care

So you’re thinking about chiropractic care, but you don’t know where to start. Sure, you’ve heard of it. But what does a chiropractor actually do and how can one help you? It’s good to be curious when it comes to your health. Getting the answers could lead you to a new type of pain relief and a more comfortable life. 

Here are some facts you should know about chiropractic care.

Chiropractic care focuses on your body’s muscle, skeleton and nervous system

Chiropractors don’t just help people with sore necks and bad backs. Yes, chiropractic care is popular for this type of pain, but it can also address joint pain in the arms and legs as well as headaches. Chiropractic care can help relieve pain in nearly every part of the body and patients can use it to remedy physical pain as well as problems like poor sleep and reflux. Chiropractic care should be thought of as a whole-body treatment method.

Chiropractic care is a growing discipline that requires rigorous studies

There are more than 70,000 chiropractors in the U.S. Each was required to pass four national board exams and apply for a license in the state in which they work. They’re also required to complete a set number of hours of hands-on training. Only after completing all of their prerequisites are they allowed to practice. About 3,000 chiropractors work in other roles in academics or management. 

Chiropractic care is popular

A recent study showed more than 35 million Americans sought chiropractic care in a given year. It’s an industry valued at more than $12 billion and it’s growing fast. An estimated one million chiropractic adjustments are performed each day in the U.S. 

Chiropractic care works

Time and time again people say that chiropractic care helps. More than 67% of people who worked with a chiropractor in the last year described the treatment as “effective.” People also ranked it as more effective for back and neck treatment than Rx pain medication, back surgery and self care.

Chiropractic care is safe

While there are always some inherent risks with medical treatment, chiropractic care is less invasive than surgery and doesn’t have many of the side effects that come from taking certain medicine. In a survey, patients said chiropractic care was perceived as 10% safer than over-the-counter medicine. Like any treatment, though, there still can be some negative side effects following chiropractic adjustments including fatigue and temporary discomfort, and some people with certain conditions may be at more risk. It’s smart to consult with your chiropractor and primary care provider before treatment. 

Chiropractic can be affordable

There is a belief among some that chiropractic care is more expensive than other treatment types. That’s not true. If you compare the cost of visiting a chiropractor to visiting a doctor, typically the former will save you money. Chiropractic care can also help you save money down the road and prevent you from expensive invasive treatment, medication plans and long-term physical therapy. Also, like all treatment types, chiropractic care can be covered by insurance in some cases to help save you from fronting out-of-pocket expenses. 

Figuring out what’s right for you

Do your background research before treating any physical pain. Because chiropractic care focuses on the full body, and is proven to be both safe and effective, it’s become a popular option for many looking for pain relief. 

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