chiropractor

Funny you should bring this up....

I am seeing one for the first time ever. I am having adjustments, and it really does seem to be helping with my issue, I am in less pain, and what pain is there is diminished from what it was. This after 3 adjustments.

Sample of 1 I know, but I won't argue with the results.

One thing I have noticed, there is a fairly significant time commitment in the course of treatment, at least in my case.

I know it's a controversial topic, but here's my 2 cents.  I went to one years ago when I was having problems with my back (sport-related, mostly).  Over several months of 2-3 visits a week, he fixed the problem, and it hasn't recurred. 

I think it's great for muscular and skeletal problems that can be caused by poor alignment.  I'm suspicious of chiroprators who claim to be able to cure other ailments (asthma, digestive problems, etc.)  I'd only see one who specialized in treating athletes, and I'd steer clear of one who told me that, with just one or two additional visits a week, that he could cure my dry skin, nasal congestion, acid reflux, etc.

Again, I realize it can be a controversial subject, and obviously, some people have had succee getting treated for these kinds of things, but I don't buy it. 

This is a good point to make.  Being a Chiropractor, definitely sports oriented, I've seen a bunch of weird things recover, pretty miraculously as a result of the work we've done with that patient.  Skin problems, IBS, stomach issues, etc.  BUT, all of these successes were incidental to what I was treating.  THe bulk of our practice here is based upon neuromusculoskeletal disorders and sports injuries.  Being that Chiropractic has a relationship to the overall function of the nervous system, other unexplained ailments can be significantly improved.

That said, if a Chiropractor says that the adjustments will cure things like skin disorders and the like...he or she is stretching the limits of their abilities.  However, if a patient asks me if Chiropractic care could help, the answer in some cases is "it might, but it's not absolute".

Cheers,

brad. 

I love my guy.  I go see him more than any other medical professional.  He's an avid runner and I got his rec from the local running club (he's a beloved member).  He's also a climber and a cyclist, so he's active and appreciates that I'm not going to stop doing things.  He also knows how WHAT we do can be contributing to problems, and he knows how to help me make slight changes to avoid the problems.

He's been very helpful.  He made my custom orthotics, which have saved me a lot of pain over the years.   I just learned that he can help me with my bike adjustment, so I'm looking forward to taking my bike in for a fitting.

I have heard stories of less reputable chiropractors out there, so you might need to be wary for the first couple of visits.  Or get a rec from someone you know.

Good luck! 

the whole "get adjusted alot at the beginning" sometimes turns people off (like the DC is trying to milk you in the beginning) - but it was explained to me this way, if you look at a young sapling tree that was held in a bent position for a while, upon release, it will only straighten part way. over time, it will eventually stand tall, but not right away. the repeated, frequent adjustments are to help your body slowly get used to being in alignment again. once you're good, you just need maintenance to counteract the daily stresses of life upon your spine - sitting for long periods, sudden trauma like bumping into things, etc...

also, the idea that chiropractic can cure things depends upon your point of view. if you believe the body can heal itself (a basic tenet of chiropractic care) then its not far fetched to believe that when the body is in optimum alignment, it can better regulate itself and be healthy.

i am in search of a DC who has a specialty in dealing with athletes, so you all who say you've got one, feel lucky, cuz ya are!

another chiro fan here...

I have been going to my guy almost a year now. My husband goes as well as my two older daughters who are extremely active in sports (both soccer players, one gymnast, one ski racer). My husband has significant back problems with his work...and really would not be working if it were not for our chiro. He has helped me with my nutrition as well, helping me to lose 15 pounds. He is not a crack your body kind of guy. Everything is very gentle and it is all about adjustment so that you are aligned to work right. There is SO much to it...but I am a believer.

My nine year old is a flat footed gymnast (not good). He has worked with her feet so that she has no pain at gymnastics anymore. He shows her stretches for splits, etc...

Really an amazing experience for all of us. Money well spent.

thanks for the post about what you don't want to post.

how can you have an opinion when you've never been and never will go to one? just curious.

holy smokes what a load of uninformed garbage. The underlying science of the no-science?

You should have left it at the "i just wanted to post to let you know that I wont' be postingt" response.

better to say nothing under the suspicion of being stupid vs. opening your mouth and removing all doubt.

b.

yet you picked one.

Ah yes the old www.chirobase.org argument . Why not check out quackwatch.org as well. What about www.faact.com ...definitely check those highly objective sites for your truth.

If it's on the internet, it must be true.

Thanks for the entertainment Mikey, still in the same "location" btw?

b.