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Courthouse Lane
Suite 9
Chelmsford, MA
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Tel: 978-453-0900
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At Home Hints:
- Use ice packs first!
On inflamed muscles or sore necks and backs,
apply ice packs or compresses. The rule is 20 minutes on and 20
minutes of time off and rest. You can make your own ice packs
from a mix of 3/4 rubbing alcohol and 1/4 water in a zip lock bag.
- Stay away from heat.
Although it feels great and does relieve some of
the soreness, heat brings more fluid into the area increasing the
inflammation.
- Keep a record.
Know whether the pain increases as you lay down,
move a certain way, or just after exercising. Help us help you by
noticing these fine points!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chiropractic?
Chiropractic is a conservative and natural form of health care that
concentrates on keeping people well. In fact, research has shown that
patients under chiropractic care have stronger immune systems, and
don't get sick nearly as much as the normal population. Doctors of
chiropractic attempt to get to the cause of a health problem, rather
than just treat the symptoms. The primary focus of chiropractic is the
detection, reduction and correction of spinal misalignment
(subluxations) and nervous system dysfunction.
Is a Chiropractor a "Real" Doctor?
Yes, to receive the Doctor of Chiropractic degree, candidates must
complete extensive undergraduate prerequisites and four years of
graduate-level instruction and internship at an accredited chiropractic
institution. A doctor of chiropractic receives education on par with
medical doctors or dentists.
Before they can practice doctors of chiropractic must pass the National
Boards, as well as the licensing exam for the state in which they wish
to practice. Most states require the doctors to attend continuing
eduactional programs for annual relicensure.
How is Chiropractic different from any other kind of
health care?
Chiropractic works with your body’s internal electricity - the
nervous system. Health is a way of life. You were designed to be
healthy. Your body really wants to be healthy. So why fight it?
Sounds simple, doesn’t it? So what makes this way of thinking so
different?
Day and night, television and advertisers tell us we can rub, inject or
swallow our way to good health. we’ve learned to believe that the
answer to all of our health problems is in a little bottle of pills.
The truth is that the potential for good health is already within each
one of us. Chiropractic releases that hidden potential without the use
of drugs.
Can Chiropractic Care Help?
Most patients notice significant improvement when starting care.
However, in a small percentage of patients, they may notice a little
discomfort as their spine is adapting to the changes being made. One of
the main reasons for the consultation and examination is to clearly
define the cause of your health conditions. If you have misaligned
vertebrae, then chiropractic can help. If that's not what you have, we
will suggest a referral to the proper health care professional. Our
concern is that you get the proper care so your health will improve.
Does it Work?
Yes! -Every year, more and more people, of all ages are turning to
chiropractors to improve their health and performance, not just injured
workers or athletes. Chiropractic is the fastest growing and the second
largest primary care profession. Chiropractic services are in high
demand as we look for better ways to be healthy, other than relying on
surgery of drugs.
Could my pain be a helpful sign?
Yes! Those pains you’ve been hiding with pills, injections and
creams are really trying to tell you something. Pain is not the
problem. Pain is your body’s alarm system. It alerts you when
something is interfering with your health. By ignoring the cause of the
pain, you could be inviting severe consequences. Possible long term
effects include spinal joint degeneration, nerve damage or organ
problems that may not become evident for a long time.
Will I have to have X-rays?
X-rays and other types of images can be helpful. Pictures of your
spine, especially after trauma, can confirm our other findings and make
your care more precise. We can tell if we need them after completing
our other examinations.
How long until I feel better?
Every patient recovers at their own pace. Factors which can affect the
healing process include your age, your overall health condition, muscle
tone, diet and even your attitude. Other factors include physical,
chemical and mental stresses you have now and have had in the past.
When will I get my first adjustment?
If yours is a chiropractic case, and we accept you as a practice
member, your first adjustment will take place after we review your
evaluation.
Do I Have to Go Forever?
After your initial examination, a program of care is established. Based
on your spinal problems we will put you on a program to stabilize your
spine. This is similar to putting braces on crooked teeth. After this
time, most patients choose to maintain a check-up program to keep their
spine healthy, free from pain and to prevent a relapse. Most patients
think of this as wellness or preventative care similar to dental
check-ups. Of course, how much care you chose to receive is always up
to you.
Isn’t Chiropractic Care Expensive?
Actually chiropractic care is much more affordable and effective than
many other types of care. Physical therapy is at least twice as
expensive per visit, and spinal surgery can be over $50,000.
What if my insurance won’t pay for chiropractic
care?
Insurance companies make two mistakes by limiting or denying coverage.
First, they ignore current research showing the superiority of
chiropractic care in many cases. Plus, they overlook the lower cost and
higher patient satisfaction enjoyed with chiropractic care. we offer
ways to make chiropractic care affordable for just about anyone.
I Thought Chiropractors Were Just ”Back”
Doctors . . .
It is unfortunate that the majority of the population
believes that the only thing that chiropractors are good at is treating
sore backs. Chiropractic has been shown to be extremely effective in
helping people with sore backs, but that is a small fraction of what it
is we actually do. The avenue of approach that we take to effect a
change on your body is via your spine. MD's prescribe medication that
is usually taken orally, but we don't call them "mouth" doctors. A
doctor of chiropractic is actually a "nerve" doctor. The nervous system
controls every tissue, gland and organ in your body. By allowing this
system to function at it's optimum, patients enjoy better overall
health and well being. We have helped hundreds of patients with
conditions such as: asthma, allergies, ear infections, bladder
infections, PMS, irritable bowel syndrome, headaches, chronic pain,
sinus infections, childhood scoliosis and many others.
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