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FAQ
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What is Chiropractic?
Chiropractic is based on applying scientific fact to stimulating your body’s own remarkable resources. These important self-regulating and self-healing functions are controlled by your brain, spinal cord, and nerves. When the nervous system is impaired through illness, injury or stress, it can cause tissues and organs throughout the body to function poorly. Doctors call this degenerative chain reaction the vertebral subluxation complex. It is an underlying cause of many health problems. With chiropractic’s hands-on, drug-free health care approach, millions have found a healthier lifestyle through diet, exercise and maintaining proper spinal function.
What is an adjustment?
When performing an adjustment your doctor applies precisely directed force to a joint that is "locked up" or not moving properly. Restoring normal motion to joints can allow bones to gradually return to a more proper position and your body to function as it should. This safe, natural approach to removing interference with spinal and nervous system function can improve your overall health. Based upon years of training and experience, and careful evaluation of your unique spinal problem, the doctor will recommend an individual program of care.
Do I have a slipped disc?
Discs are the cartilage-like cushions occupying the spaces between spinal bones. Serving as spinal shock absorbers, they allow the back to turn and bend normally. Because each disc is attached to the vertebrae both above and below, there is no way for them to actually “slip” out of place. But trauma or injury to the spine can cause discs to tear, bulge, herniate or even rupture. The resulting pressure on surrounding nerve tissues can be intensely painful. Each case is different so results cannot be guaranteed, however many patients have found relief in chiropractic care and are happy to avoid surgery or dependency on pain medication.
Should I apply heat or cold to what’s ailing me?
Cold is best utilized when applied to a new injury that is exhibiting (or may soon be exhibiting) swelling and heat. Ice constricts tissue thus inhibiting the size of the swelling. The less the swelling after a trauma the quicker you may recover.
Heat is best for tight or achy muscles. Heat relaxes muscle spasms by increasing blood flow to the surrounding tissues.
I wake with neck/lower back pain. Do I need a new pillow/different mattress?
The jury is still out on this controversial issue. Research has not yet answered this question. We do know that sleeping on your stomach is bad for your neck and lower back and should not be practiced. As far as mattresses and pillows; firmness vs. softness, waterbeds vs. air mattress vs. stuffed mattresses, my only recommendation is to get a money back guarantee of at least 2 weeks. If after 10 days you are not sleeping well on your new surface consider returning your sleeping aide. Your body will never lie to you. If it continues to hurt you, it’s not right for you.
Is there a way I can speed the healing process?
The body’s natural healing ability can’t be hurried. However, there are several things you can do to give yourself the best chance for a speedy recovery. Your doctor will teach you proper sitting and lifting postures. Specific exercises to strengthen and retrain the muscles supporting your spine also may be recommended. While you are healing, get as much rest as your body needs, but avoid sleeping on your stomach. Eat a healthy balanced diet. If you are overweight, this is the best time to reduce stress to your spine by taking off extra pounds. Most important of all, keep all your appointments and follow your doctor’s recommendations for the best results.
What ages benefit from chiropractic care?
All ages can enjoy healthier living through chiropractic care. For seniors, improved spinal function can mean better mobility, endurance, appetite, and an improvement in many age-related ailments. Children and even infants can also benefit. Because spinal trauma can occur at birth and later childhood activities also may cause spinal problems, most parents prefer to have their children checked regularly. When the body is changing through growth or through aging, maintaining good spinal and nervous system health is especially important. For all ages, the safe, natural chiropractic approach to health maintenance makes sense.
What about cost?
No doubt, you are also wondering what this is going to cost. The total fees will vary depending on the severity of your condition and the type of care that is needed. Please feel free to make inquiries about fees before beginning treatments. Numerous studies show that chiropractic care is lower in cost, and can be more effective, than medical care.
Ross Chiropractic and Wellness Center
Phone: (619) 440-4035
Fax: (619) 440-5992
E-mail: jbrosschiro@sbcglobal.net
565 N. Magnolia Avenue
El Cajon, CA 92020
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