Visiting a Chiropractor...what to expect?!

Hello,

Traditional chiropractors use physical manipulation of the spine - for some people, that's okay - for many others, they tend to shy away from such an aggressive technique.

If you're looking for a "less aggressive" option, try network spinal analysis at www.wiseworldseminars.com - fabulous!

also, you may want to consider why your body actually injured itself doing the simple task of getting out of the bathtub - after careful consideration, you may find that there is a bigger issue to uncover.

Perhaps there may be an issue in the way that you eat - are you eating the right foods that support your body's natural abilities to heal and regenerate itself.?

Or, perhaps, there's an emotional side of the pain whereby excess stress, worry, anxiety, depression, etc. is manifesting itself in your body in the form of pain.? Believe it or not, this is very common.

Additionally, explore your posture - could your spine be out of balance.? Some simple uniquely targeted exercises could realign your spine and put your body back in balance.

Just a thought ....

Good luck!

To your health,
Charlie

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I don't like it when they twist my neck.Health Question & Answer

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Low back pain is the #2 reason that Americans see their doctor -- second only to colds and flus. Many back-related injuries happen at work. But you can change that. There are many things you can do to lower your chances of getting back pain.

Most back problems will get better on their own. The key is to know when you need to seek medical help and when self-care measures alone will allow you to get better.

Low back pain may be acute (short-term), lasting less than one month, or chronic (long-term, continuous, ongoing), lasting longer than three months. While getting acute back pain more than once is common, continuous long-term pain is not.

Many people will feel better within one week after the start of back pain. After another 4-6 weeks, the back pain will likely be completely gone. To get better quickly, take the right steps when you first get pain.

A common misconception about back pain is that you need to rest and avoid activity for a long time. In fact, bed rest is NOT recommended.

If you have no indication of a serious underlying cause for your back pain (like loss of bowel or bladder control, weakness, weight loss, or fever), then you should reduce physical activity only for the first couple of days. Gradually resume your usual activities after that. Here are some tips for how to handle pain early on:

Stop normal physical activity for the first few days. This helps calm your symptoms and reduce inflammation.
Apply heat or ice to the painful area. Try ice for the first 48-72 hours, then use heat after that.
Take over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB) or acetaminophen (Tylenol).
While sleeping, try lying in a curled-up, fetal position with a pillow between your legs. If you usually sleep on your back, place a pillow or rolled towel under your knees to relieve pressure.

Do not perform activities that involve heavy lifting or twisting of your back for the first 6 weeks after the pain begins. After 2-3 weeks, you should gradually resume exercise.

Begin with light cardiovascular training. Walking, riding a stationary bicycle, and swimming are great examples. Such aerobic activities can help blood flow to your back and promote healing. They also strengthen muscles in your stomach and back.

Stretching and strengthening exercises are important in the long run. However, starting these exercises too soon after an injury can make your pain worse. A physical therapist can help you determine when to begin stretching and strengthening exercises and how to do so.

AVOID the following exercises during initial recovery unless your doctor or physical therapist says it is okay:

Jogging
Football
Golf
Ballet
Weight lifting
Leg lifts when lying on your stomach
Sit-ups with straight legs (rather than bent knees)

Relax and


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