The Truth About Chiropractic Care

By Donna Stark 

There are a lot of things in life that can easily be misunderstood and unfortunately, chiropractic care is often at the top of the list. What many people may not realize is that when combined with other healthy lifestyle habits and behaviors, routine chiropractic care can alleviate pain, improve wellness, and restore optimal function to the body. Take a look at some of the most common misconceptions about chiropractic care below. 

"My Problem Got Worse After an Adjustment."

For some people, it is completely normal to feel soreness after getting an adjustment, but that doesn't mean your problem is getting worse. Think of those times when you haven't worked out for a while and have headed to the gym. Remember your sore body afterward? Well, chiropractic care is similar to that. Just be sure to let your chiropractor know how you felt and address your concerns the next time you are in for a visit.

"I Can Crack My Own Back."

Sure, you can "crack" your own back, but before you do, you may want to consider the following.

• Your back and neck are extremely complex structures
• It's difficult to know what you are doing and how much force to apply
• You may cause more damage to undiagnosed issues

Adjusting your own back and neck may alleviate your discomfort for a bit, but chances are that it will only be temporary. Your best bet is to see your local chiropractors so they can align your body correctly, target any underlying issues, and provide the relief you deserve.

"If I Start Chiropractic Care, I Will Have to Commit For Life."

The best thing about chiropractic care is that your adjustments can be adjusted. And although it is important to follow through with the treatment plan that your chiropractor has designed for you, it's also important to remember that they will only treat you as much as necessary. The rest is up to you, because after you start to feel better, you can decide how often to visit. Just don't be too surprised if you want to keep coming back! Once you start taking note of how great you feel, it's an easy decision to add routine chiropractic care into your healthy lifestyle.

Visit Us Today!

It is so important to see a trusted and compassionate chiropractor to take care of all your needs, and fortunately, you don't have to look hard to find one. Come on in to The Joint Chiropractic today and start feeling better than ever before!

To learn more about your health, wellness, and fitness, see your local chiropractor at The Joint Chiropractic in San Antonio, Tex.