FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Chiropractic Related Questions, Answered for You

WHAT IS CHIROPRACTIC?

Chiropractors are specialists in manual adjustment of the vertebrae of the spine and other joints. Adjustment helps relieve pain and restore normal functioning to the spine, joints and supporting structures of the body – so you can enjoy your everyday activities again as quickly as possible.

Chiropractors are also trained to prescribe therapeutic exercise, provide nutritional counselling, and recommend rehabilitation and injury prevention strategies.

WHAT TO EXPECT ON YOUR FIRST VISIT

Patients should expect to arrive 10-15 minutes prior to their scheduled appointment time to fill out a detailed health history and intake form.

Be sure to wear something comfortable and loose fitting so the doctor can easily access the area to be examined.

The initial intake consists of a detailed health history and physical examination relevant to your complaint. Following the physical exam the doctor will deliver the report of findings. The report of findings is a summary of all relevant findings from the history and physical as well as a diagnosis and customized plan of management.

Depending on the complexity of the history and physical examination treatment may or may not be rendered on the first visit.

WHAT IS AN ADJUSTMENT?

An adjustment is a highly skilled and precise movement usually applied by hand to a joint of the body. Adjustments free up the joint to restore proper movement and optimize function.

WHEN SHOULD I SEE A CHIROPRACTOR?

Eight out of ten Canadians will experience back pain at some point in their life, and at least one third of people in Ontario will have back pain at any given time. For many people, the pain can keep them away from work, school or even their day-to-day activities. If pain causes interruptions and restrictions in the activities of your daily life then you should consult a health care provider.

Chiropractors are highly educated and extensively trained to assess, diagnosis, treat and prevent conditions disorders of the spine, joints, muscle and nervous systems. These disorders may include back pain, neck pain, headaches, referring pain in your arms and legs, etc.

Many patients including, seniors, find that treatment helps them to maintain mobility and good range of motion. Pain should never become a way of life, especially when there is qualified help available.

There are many reasons to seek chiropractic care: Work, accidents, sports injuries, household chores, even the stress of daily living can cause painful joint and spinal problems. Even if you do not have painful symptoms, chiropractic care can help you maintain healthy spine and joint function.