Do You Want to Know When to See a Chiropractor? Here are the Signs

 

Are you suffering from pain in the neck after an auto accident? Or do you have a sedentary lifestyle, and you are concerned about possible health risks if you don’t act sooner? If so, you need to see a chiropractor soon. Aside from these health and pain issues, other signs indicate the need to see a chiropractor (click here). However, not all pain types are covered by chiropractors. You must ensure that neuromusculoskeletal problems cause pain before a chiropractor helps you. Fortunately, they clear you first before you are qualified for treatment. As for the signs that you likely need to visit a chiropractor, here are eight of the most typical:

1. Joint, Back, and Neck Pain

These types of pain are the most popular complaints of patients when visiting chiropractors. Though there may be other underlying causes of such pain, your chiropractor will alleviate the pain through spinal manipulation and adjustments once cleared for chiropractic treatment. 

2. Upper Back Pain

Like joint, back, and neck pain, the causes of upper back pain may be because of spinal misalignments that lead to nerve conductivity problems and impede blood flow. Aside from pain, you may also experience back stiffness and difficulty moving your neck. 

3. Scoliosis

Scoliosis is a condition of the spine that makes it more curved than usual. Sufferers experience pain standing up, lifting, or assuming other postural positions. If untreated, cases of scoliosis worsen over time and may lead to other health issues with the heart, lungs, and kidneys. If you suffer from scoliosis, you need to visit a chiropractor soon.

4. Migraines and Headaches

Spinal misalignments also cause impeded blood movement, which, in turn, causes chronic headaches and frequent migraine attacks. Once a chiropractor confirms its underlying causes, they will help alleviate migraines and chronic headaches by realigning your spine.

5. Whiplash

Whiplash is caused when your head and neck experience sudden forward and backward movement during an auto accident. Some people suffer neck pain which can be excruciating. Once cleared for chiropractic treatment, your chiropractor is the best-placed health professional who can alleviate the pain caused by whiplash.

6. Sciatica Pain

Often excruciating but only occurring in short bursts, an irritated or damaged sciatic nerve causes this pain that runs down your legs. If left untreated, expect this type of pain to come back. 

7. Limited Range of Motion

Our body is subjected to all kinds of stress throughout our lives. Especially when you engage in activities that strain your body, such as repeatedly lifting heavy weights or engaging in strenuous sports, you may suffer from a limited range of motion. A chiropractor, through a holistic treatment program that may involve chiropractic treatment, lifestyle changes, and exercise, can help you restore much of your lost range of body motion.

8. A Sedentary Lifestyle

Lack of exercise can also stress your body in specific ways. Lack of physical activity typically leads to health issues like obesity and heart issues. A chiropractor can help you by designing a treatment plan that addresses your lifestyle issues. This holistic program may include appropriate exercise and a balanced diet or may consist of chiropractic treatments.

When Can a Chiropractor NOT help?

The onset of pain can have many underlying causes. Some of these are not caused by neuromusculoskeletal issues, such as fractures, arthritis, or heart disease. For these cases, another health professional is better placed to help you.

Conclusion: 

Chiropractors are health professionals that are all about enhancing the ability of your body to heal itself. More than alleviating pain caused by neuromusculoskeletal problems, they can also help you by providing helpful advice and treatment programs to improve your lifestyle, thereby helping you avoid serious health problems too soon.