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Table of Contents

Title Pages

I. Introduction 4

II. Important Things to Know 9

a. Best Tips on Checking the Chiropractor 10

b. Things to be Expect and Aware on Chiropractor 14

c. Issues with the Chiropractor 16

d. Things you Should do and not do 18

III. Recommendations and Conclusions 25

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Introduction

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Introduction

Chiropractors, also known as doctors of chiropractic or chiropractic physicians, diagnose and treat patients with health problems of the musculoskeletal system and treat the effects of those problems on the nervous system and on general health. Many chiropractic treatments deal specifically with the spine and the manipulation of the spine. Chiropractic is based on the principle that spinal joint misalignments interfere with the nervous system and can result in lower resistance to disease and many different conditions of diminished health.

The chiropractic approach to healthcare focuses on the patient's overall health. Chiropractors provide natural, drugless, nonsurgical health treatments, relying on the body's inherent recuperative abilities. They also recognize that many factors affect health, including exercise, diet, rest, environment, and heredity. Chiropractors recommend changes in lifestyle that affect those factors. In some situations,

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chiropractors refer patients to or consult with other health practitioners.

Like other health practitioners, chiropractors follow a standard routine to get information needed to diagnose and treat patients. They take the patient's health history; conduct physical, neurological, and orthopedic examinations; and may order laboratory tests. X rays and other diagnostic images are important tools because of the chiropractor's emphasis on the spine and its proper function. Chiropractors also analyze the patient's posture and spine using a specialized technique. For patients whose health problems can be traced to the musculoskeletal system, chiropractors manually adjust the spinal column.

Some chiropractors use additional procedures in their practices, including therapies using heat, water, light, massage, ultrasound, electric currents, and acupuncture. They may apply supports such as

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straps, tape, braces, or shoe inserts. Chiropractors often counsel patients about health concepts such as nutrition, exercise, changes in lifestyle, and stress management, but chiropractors do not prescribe drugs or perform surgery.

In addition to general chiropractic practice, some chiropractors specialize in sports injuries, neurology, orthopedics, pediatrics, nutrition, internal disorders, or diagnostic imaging.

Many chiropractors are solo or group practitioners who also have the administrative responsibilities of running a practice. In larger offices, chiropractors delegate these tasks to office managers and chiropractic assistants. Chiropractors in private practice are responsible for developing a patient base, hiring employees, and keeping records.

Chiropractors work in clean, comfortable offices. Like other health practitioners, chiropractors are sometimes on their feet for long

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periods. Chiropractors who take x rays must employ appropriate precautions against the dangers of repeated exposure to radiation.

Chiropractors work, on average, about 40 hours per week, although longer hours are not uncommon. Solo practitioners set their own hours but may work evenings or weekends to accommodate patients. Like other healthcare practitioners, chiropractors in a group practice will sometimes be on call or treat patients of other chiropractors in the group.

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Important Things to Know

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Important Things to Know The following information’s are the best tips and advices, things to

be aware and expect on chiropractor, things you should do and not done. This list may help you a lot and will give you time to think if you are doing the right thing before going to a chiropractor. Best Tips on Checking the Chiropractor

Start with a referral from a friend or family member who has been satisfied with a specific chiropractor. Make sure the chiropractor is licensed to practice in your state.

Find out if he/she has attended an accredited chiropractic college.

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Ask the chiropractor's office to describe what techniques the chiropractor uses, his thinking about chiropractic and health care.

Make sure the chiropractor would be willing to make a referral to other medical providers when appropriate. In cases of low-back pain, it's not necessary to see a medical doctor first, as long as the person treating you is knowledgeable and open minded enough to refer you to a physician when necessary. Among the rare, but serious medical problems that can underlie back and neck pain and require intervention from a physician or surgery are fractured vertebrae, infections and tumors. Forceful spinal manipulation is not recommended for people with severe spinal injuries accompanied by numbness of the limbs or with bone weakening disease, such as osteoporosis.

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Seek a chiropractor who acknowledges differences in tissue (connective, epithelial, muscle, nerve)

Seek a chiropractor who when asked, "What techniques do you practice" says that their treatment will depend on what's wrong with you.

Seek a chiropractor who uses x-rays and orders them to rule out fracture and/or gross pathology as indicated by the case history and medical (not chiropractic) exam.

Seek a chiropractor who may or may not choose to treat, and who emphasizes patient empowerment by teaching you how to take better care of yourself.

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Let your symptoms be your guide. If you feel better, you probably are.

You can evaluate a chiropractor by talking to his/her patients about these criteria:

a. Interpersonal manner b. Technical quality c. Effectiveness of care d. Accessibility and convenience e. Financial issues f. Continuity g. Physical environment h. Availability

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Things to be Expect and Aware on Chiropractor

Chiropractors take a complete health history of the patient and discuss his/her specific problem as well as overall lifestyle. Common questions concern family history, dietary habits, prior treatment received, job duties and others to determine other important health information.

If necessary a complete health examination is performed, which includes X-rays, measurement of blood pressure, laboratory analysis or other accepted specific tests to determine general health condition and any specific problems? Also, a careful spinal examination will be performed to detect any structural abnormalities that might affect a patient's particular health condition.

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Chiropractors may find a significant connection between a bump, jar or fall that a patient experienced many years ago and the patient's present health problem. Only after a chiropractor determines that your condition could be helped with chiropractic does he or she initiate care. Specific procedures are determined by careful evaluation of the patient's X-rays, laboratory test and physical findings.

Care often involves corrective spinal adjustments; however, adjunctive therapies may be used to supplement the adjustments.

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Issues with the Chiropractor

What type of treatment in terms of frequency and duration should you expect, based on experience treating patients with similar conditions?

The typical chiropractic approach to health problems is to outline a course of treatment over a one-month period. Most patients respond to treatment within weeks. The doctor should discuss this with you and change the treatment if you do not feel as though you have improved.

Does the chiropractor have contact with other health care providers to whom he/she refers for consultation?

In the event that you need non-chiropractic treatment, you should expect a referral to another medical specialist within your health plan.

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What specific procedures would the chiropractor use to treat your condition?

Most chiropractors will recommend an adjustment/manipulative treatment. This treatment is used to restore normal joint function, to decrease pain, swelling and muscle spasms, as well as to improve range of motion. The chiropractor may also choose to use physical modalities such as ice, heat, electrical muscle stimulation, or ultrasound. Whichever treatment the chiropractor recommends, you should be informed of the benefits and risks in language that you understand.

Will the chiropractor suggest exercise or lifestyle changes to help improve and strengthen the area of complaint?

It is important in any recovery that you are actively involved in your treatment and rehabilitation. You should expect to be given instruction and education on the proper exercises needed to

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improve your problem. Additionally, it may be recommended that you use ice, heat, or other home-based treatments.

Will you be required to have an x-ray taken?

An x-ray is a tool a doctor may use to confirm your diagnosis. An x-ray is not always required to start treatment. The chiropractor may want to take an x-ray after completing a thorough history and examination to rule out bone disease, fracture or dislocation.

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Things you Should Do and Not Do

1. Wellness or maintenance treatment.

The best ways for a chiropractor to earn money and a common

reason, why most of the medical doctors do not refer to

chiropractors. There’s no such scientific and specific evidence that

whenever you feel good at the service they offered can prevent or

maintain anything. Once you feel okay and the chiropractor still says

to continue the treatment session, be wise to consult on a Doctor to

have a second opinion before continuing the care.

2. Questionable way of treatment.

Once the chiropractor examines the muscles and noted them

that they are weak, and advice to treat it because it has internal

problem, the DC ought to refer you on the internist. But on the

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second thought, having weak muscles because you were out of

shape, they will refer you to a gym instructor or therapist that

would help you to make your muscle strong and firm. If the muscles

are weak due to serious illness, nerve problem, probably the

chiropractor would recommend you having a second opinion on an

orthopedist. Testing of muscle alone is not the simple reason of the

chiropractor to prolong the treatment if there is no pain adhered.

3. Silly marketing gimmicks.

There are many ways of gimmicks or marketing strategies laid

out to procure you as one of the patient. If they notice that your

posture is poor and you have no pain felt as time passes, beware of

it and maybe they will manipulate you to take a postural analysis

and undergone some workout exercise to correct your posture.

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4. Treating areas which don’t hurt.

Availing treatments comes in three forms: you get better; you

get worse or feels and stays the same. If you avail some treatment

and you feel fine already, but when the chiropractor insist to check

some areas which don’t hurt, check for a second opinion from the

registered doctors before dwelling to the next session o treatment

laid by the chiropractor.

5. Excessive supplementation.

Be a keen observer to the supplements they were offering in

huge amounts without referring to the retailers for comparable

products in a lower cost.

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6. Excessive X-rays.

X – rays should be taken if there’s a need to sustained a

traumatic injury and in considerable pain and comfort, if there’s a

need to undergo a series of examination to trace the possible bone

disease, or prolong pain on a certain area which has not responded

to medical attention.

7. Excessive visits.

Once the chiropractor treats you, the results should be better.

It’s very uncommon to be worse after the treatment. Treatment will

always depend on the nature of the problem and the extent of

treatment. But beware of the recommendation on 3 – 6- 12 months

of treatment plan based on the 1 – 2 times of visitation.

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8. Unwillingness to work with other professionals.

Once you don’t feel that your undergoing treatment is not okay,

don’t ask for any referral, the chiropractor will recommend to any

department.

9. Advance Payment for the services not yet been rendered.

Be aware of the chiropractors who ask advance payment for

the treatment that has not been rendered. Like for the scheduling

on the dentist for the analizatiton of braces.

10. The pinch nerve theory

Watch out for the chiropractors who will says that the health

problem you were engaged is caused by a pinch nerve. Maybe on

some conditions it may result from a compressed nerve, a

chiropractor must able to check if the health problem is from the

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underlying causes such as nerve, muscle, ligament, disc,

nutritional, hormonal, environmental challenges.

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Recommendations and Conclusions

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Seeking a chiropractic service as a form of treatment that offers wellness and relief from back pains, sport injuries and household chores; in a manner that is safe, effective, non-invasive, non-surgical and drug free. Visiting a chiropractor is not just for those who suffer from painful joint and spinal problems but for everyone who is looking for the maintenance they need to enjoy proper joint function and a healthy spine.

Just always remember to say no to NOOPE which stands for No out of Pocket Expense! It is not legal for any medical specialist to not charge a patient in deductible. If the chiropractor offers to waive the deductible, the best thing to do is to stop going to them or send a notification to the insurance company to send some information’s which violates the integrity and honesty of the chiropractor.

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Valuing these ideas helps a lot in order to maximize the time and effort in choosing the right specialist and service to be rendered with a good quality and minimal expenses.

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