What Can a Chiropractor do for my Back Pain?
Chiropractors are uniquely suited to properly diagnose and treat those with back pain. With every patient that visits, Dr. Postier conducts an assessment of their nervous system using a heat sensing device, helping locate the exact areas of nerve pressure. After a physical examination checking for swelling, tenderness, muscle tightness and mobility, Dr. Postier will then compare his exam findings with x-rays to allow him to give the most specific adjustments for each individual diagnosis in order to relieve pain.1
The core of chiropractic treatment revolves around spinal manipulation, or ‘chiropractic adjustments’. These manual manipulations are a high-velocity, short lever arm thrust that is applied to abnormal vertebra to improve it’s functionality.4 This adjustment can also reduce nerve irritability and restore your range of motion.
Dr. Postier at Postier Chiropractic takes this practice a step further, as an advocate of the Gonstead Method. When your vertebrae become tilted or rotated out of their ideal position, there can be dramatic injuries to your body. Whether from years of constant pressure or a traumatic event, these misalignments can cause the vertebrae to separate, swell or protrude (a slipped, herniated or ruptured disc).5
The ability to recognize and correct misalignments is a pillar of the Gonstead Method, which is heralded because of its’ specificity in the analysis and adjustment of the spine and it’s scientific approach.
How Often Should I see a Chiropractor?
It’s a common notion that once you start services with a Chiropractor, you must continue to do so indefinitely. While this is not strictly true, routine maintenance of your spine and body is important!2 Postier Chiropractic believes in the importance in developing a wellness lifestyle in order to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle to achieve normal functionality in the body. Dr. Postier will help you develop a wellness routine that will help the healing process for any mental, emotional, or physical health problems.3
For more information on relieving your back pain, call Postier Chiropractic at 785-320-2512 or visit www.postierchiro.com!
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http://www.postierchiro.com/education-center/myths-and-facts
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http://www.spine-health.com/treatment/chiropractic/chiropractic-treatments-lower-back-pain
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