October Is National Chiropractic Month

It is not natural to be in pain - but unfortunately for millions of Americans it's a daily occurrence. Doctors of chiropractic, commonly called chiropractors, provide conservative and effective treatment for pain, without medication or surgery.

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FAQ from ACA regarding the safety of chiropractic:

Chiropractic is widely recognized as one of the safest drug-free, non-invasive

therapies available for the treatment of neuromusculoskeletal complaints.

Although chiropractic has an excellent safety record, no health treatment is

completely free of potential adverse effects. The risks associated with

chiropractic, however, are very small. Many patients feel immediate relief

following chiropractic treatment, but some may experience mild soreness or

aching, just as they do after some forms of exercise. Current literature shows

that minor discomfort or soreness following spinal manipulation typically fades

within 24 hours. Neck pain and some types of headaches are treated through

precise cervical manipulation. Cervical manipulation, often called a neck

adjustment, works to improve joint mobility in the neck, restoring range of

motion and reducing muscle spasm, which helps relieve pressure and tension. Neck

manipulation is a remarkably safe procedure. While some reports have associated

upper high-velocity neck manipulation with a certain kind of stroke, or

vertebral artery dissection, there is not yet a clear understanding of the

connection. The occurrence appears to be very rare—1 in 5.85 million

manipulations— based on the clinical reports and scientific studies to date. If

you are visiting your doctor of chiropractic with upper-neck pain or headache,

be very specific about your symptoms. This will help your doctor of chiropractic

offer the safest and most effective treatment, even if it involves referral to

another health care provider. It is important for patients to understand the

risks associated with some of the most common treatments for musculoskeletal

pain -- prescription and over-the-counter nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs

(NSAIDS) -- as these treatments may carry risks significantly greater than those

of chiropractic manipulation. According to a study from the American Journal of

Gastroenterology, approximately one-third of all hospitalizations and deaths

related to gastrointestinal bleeding can be attributed to the use of aspirin or

NSAID painkillers like ibuprofen.

ChiroWorks Care Center
Anthony Tsai, D.C.
Chiropractor in San Jose, CA
ChiroWorksCareCenter.com
Graston Technique Certified

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References:

ACA Chiropractic FAQ from American Chiropractic Association