1. Q: Is chiropractic painful?
A: No, not typically. Any discomfort during the adjustment session is extremely temporary. Most patients feel little to no pain and those who do indicate it lasts only a brief second. Any discomfort in the adjustment process is offset by the relief from the pain that leads you here.
2. Q: Why don't traditional medical doctors incorporate chiropractic into their recommended treatments?
A: Many already do, as they see the benefits for their patients and feel that they provide an alternative to pain medications, surgeries, and other invasive options. Others see it as a competing practice that does not offer them any financial benefit.
3. Q: How often should I come for an adjustment?
A: This varies patient by patient. Chiropractic care is designed to be a maintenance treatment option - much like dentistry. The frequency of visits depends upon how much pain you are experiencing, how long you have had the pain, your level of physical fitness and activity, and other factors. Your body is an incredible machine and operates most efficiently when all of its parts receive enough oxygen from proper blood flow. Pain is a symptom of improper operation of your body, similar to a road noise of a car engine. It could be a simple matter if caught early.
