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We've Moved
to Drum Hill!
2 Courthouse Lane
Suite 9
Chelmsford, MA
Off
Parkhurst Road
behind Hannaford
New 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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