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By Wayne Hodges chiropractic maintenance, health , ,

5 Tips for Working with a Chiropractor

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If you are going to work with a chiropractor, there are several things that you need to know. Many people make the assumption that they work with a chiropractor, he is going to do all of the work. You need to focus on what is right for you and your pain levels. By working with a chiropractor, you form a partnership, and this can lead to a better state of health for you. There are several tips that you will want to keep in mind each time you go in for an appointment.

Talk About Your Pain

Your pain may be different periodically. There may be a constant pain or a pain when you perform certain activities. Talk about where it stems from and what level of pain you are in when you go to see a chiropractor. The better you can describe the pain and whether it is throbbing or shooting can help with a better diagnosis and ensure that the treatments are designed to help. Don’t be afraid to talk about the pain on a regular basis.

Make Suggestions

If you read an article about a new technique or something that you think is going to help with your back pain, make the suggestion to your chiropractor. He may not be aware of the research or has not considered it for your case. At the very least, you can learn why it won’t work. It is important for you to remain an active participant in your treatment plan.

Go in When the Pain is Worse

Many people make the mistake of not going to see the chiropractor when the pain gets worse. They wait until their next scheduled appointment and the pain is out of control. Don’t be one of these people. Instead, make the appointment as it gets worse so you can find out the cause and get some relief. Otherwise, you could be doing more damage.

Be Honest

The only way a chiropractor is going to help you is if you’re honest about what is going on. If you played sports, didn’t sit with an ice pack, or did something else, speak up. Otherwise, the treatment plan may be modified for no reason simply because you haven’t been following the original plan that was drafted up. You want to get better, and this means creating an open forum where you and the chiropractor work together. Otherwise, you may never see improvements because you are lying to save face.

Know When You’re Not Getting the Needed Care

While you may not want to believe it, not all chiropractors are the same. Not all of them are going to listen to reason or have your best interests in mind. If your chiropractor has stopped adapting your treatments and it seems like you’re going in for adjustments but not making any progress, it may be time to stop and find a different office. Find someone who is willing to listen to your concerns and address issues with your treatment plan.