Frequently Asked Questions About Chiropractic in Houston, TX
When it comes to chiropractic care, people often have questions about what to expect from their practitioner. Either they have never been to a chiropractor or, if they have, they may still have certain preconceived notions about the type of care that they can receive. Therefore, we've compiled a list of a few frequently asked questions regarding chiropractic care, along with answers that can help to clear up any misconceptions that you may have:
Question #1: Can children benefit from chiropractic care?
As a matter of fact, they can. Because children are so physically active during their day-to-day lives (free play, sports, etc.), it is expected that, at some point or another, they will experience injuries of some sort. And, unfortunately, these injuries could potentially lead to back, neck, and/or joint pain either immediately or down the road. Luckily, this sort of chronic pain can be remedied or prevented by regular chiropractic adjustments, which is always accomodating to particular clients and their age.
Question #2: How do chiropractic adjustments work?
According to the American Chiropractic Association's (the ACA) website, "Chiropractic adjustment or manipulation is a manual procedure that utilizes the highly refined skills developed during the doctor of chiropractic’s intensive years of chiropractic education. The chiropractic physician typically uses his or her hands--or an instrument--to manipulate the joints of the body, particularly the spine, in order to restore or enhance joint function." Oftentimes, this sort of specialized manipulation can help to reduce pain caused by joint inflammation. Vey rarely does a patient experience any sort of pain or discomfort stemming from the manipulation (occasionally they may experience some stiffness or soreness, which should dissipate within a day or two).
Question #3: What is the best way to choose a chiropractic caregiver?
Oftentimes, friends and/or family members who have been under the care of a chiropractor will have good recommendations for you. Furthermore, the ACA's website provides a tool which can help you to locate a Doctor of Chiropractic in your specific area. However, one of the best options is to stop into The Joint location nearest you. The Joint offers chiropractic adjusments and care at an extremely affordable price and, as an added bonus, they have convenient walk-in hours (no appointment needed)! So stop by one of the many Joint locations today with the whole family for some quality chiropractic tune-ups... Your bodies will thank you!
