About Your Care
TYPES OF CHIROPRACTIC CARE
The
number of treatments necessary to resolve a patient's complaint is very
individual. Factors that may influence recovery include: the
patient's goals, health status, severity of the injury, chronicity,
compliance with home/office therapies and the number of prior
injuries. Some patients simply seek relief from the immediate pain
and may require only a few treatments, whereas others prefer to
experience optimum health and require more intensive and comprehensive
care. The decision is always up to the patient. Many people
make adjustments part of their routine health maintenance; similar to
exercising regularly.
ACTIVE CARE
Four types - Acute Care, Remobilization, Reactivation and Rehabilitation
Acute care is provided during the first few days following an injury. It is intended to relieve pain, inflammation and muscle spasm. Therapeutic modalities such as ice, electrical muscle stimulation and ultrasound may be used to help achieve these results.
Remobilization is that stage of treatment directed at restoring optimal mobility and flexibility to your joints and muscles. Spinal manipulation (adjustments) and muscle release techniques are often used to accomplish these goals.
Reactivation care is when exercises and
flexibility training are included in the treatment strategy.
Scientific studies have shown that early introduction of exercise in the
treatment process facilitates more rapid recovery from an injury and
prevents recurrences.
Rehabilitation is the stage of
care when more intensive training is necessary. This is the time
when coordination, strength and endurance are emphasized. The goal
of rehabilitation is to prevent recurrence of symptoms and
re-injury. The ultimate objective of this treatment is to teach
patients how to control symptoms through exercise and correct posture.
Depending on the patient's needs, one area may be emphasized.
SUPPORTIVE CARE
After
a patient has completed active care and has been discharged, supportive
care may be indicated. This type of treatment is directed at
assisting in controlling periodic flare-ups that may occur.
Typically, a short course of treatment is indicated. We are always
available to you should you experience a period of symptom
flare-up. If you have not been seen in six months or longer, a
brief examination will be performed.
PREVENTIVE/MAINTENANCE CARE
Maintaining
a healthy environment within the body is the key to feeling well and
preventing disease. Good spinal health is an integral component of
the body's defense system. Patients who receive regular spinal
adjustments understand the whole body benefit of a healthy spine.
The daily aches and pains experienced by others are only rare
occurrences to those who receive routine preventive care. The
frequency of care is usually once per month in order to maintain
improved health after active care has been completed. Maintenance
care includes adjustments and moist heat treatments. Insurance
companies do not pay for preventive / maintenance care.
PREVENTIVE/MAINTENANCE CARE
Maintaining
a healthy environment within the body is the key to feeling well and
preventing disease. Good spinal health is an integral component of
the body's defense system. Patients who receive regular spinal
adjustments understand the whole body benefit of a healthy spine.
The daily aches and pains experienced by others are only rare
occurrences to those who receive routine preventive care. The
frequency of care is usually once per month in order to maintain
improved health after active care has been completed. Maintenance
care includes adjustments and moist heat treatments. Insurance
companies do not pay for preventive / maintenance care.
To help us evaluate your progress, please select the correct set of questionnaires below which will provide us your baseline level of pain and function loss.
Experiencing low back pain ? Please download and complete the following.
Oswestry Low Back Disability Index
YOUR ADJUSTMENT
Your doctor will apply his hands to the area of your body to be treated
in such a way as to mobilize your joints. Commonly, a short
impulse is applied to the joint. This may cause an audible "pop"
or "click," similar to when you "crack" your knuckles. You may sense
movement of the joint.
The goal of the adjustment includes the following:
- Increase the joint mobility / range of motion
- Relieve pain
- Reduce muscle spasm
- Restore optimal joint function
