Chiropractic care Works- Here are a few Q&As

 Sept. 18th is The birthday of Chiropractic. To celebrate, share this with someone who does not understand Chiropractic care.

About Chiropractic1.         Does chiropractic treatment hurt?Most patients report that adjustments feel good. Depending on the cause of your pain or injury,
you may feel some muscle soreness after treatment. This usually goes away within 24 hours.
2.         When was chiropractic founded?Chiropractic as we know it today was founded in Iowa in 1895 by Dr. David Palmer.
3.         I’ve heard that chiropractors aren’t real doctors.Chiropractic doctors complete about the same number of college classroom hours as medical
practitioners. Chiropractors complete at least two years of undergraduate education plus at least
four years of specialized chiropractic training. Chiropractors must pass both national and state
board exams before practicing. Like other types of doctors, chiropractors meet stringent licensing
requirements and follow a strict code of ethics.
4.         Is chiropractic based on science or folklore?Chiropractic is based on the scientific fact that your nervous system controls the function of
virtually every cell, tissue, organ, and system in your body. Specific techniques are used to
determine underlying causes of pain or imbalance and to treat them. Extensive medical research
and patients experiences confirm that patients get measurable results from chiropractic. Over 30
million Americans received chiropractic treatment in 2003.
5.         I’ve heard chiropractic causes strokes.The estimates are 1 per 1million - 5 million adjustments.  Putting the pen to the paper to figure
the occurrence in real life is the following:  If I treated 100 people a day 6 days a week for 40 yrs
and lived 3 lifetimes then I should see a stroke patient in my office.  Something to think about
when considering 16,000 people died in the US last year from non-steriodal anti-inflamatory
drugs such as celebrex and viox.
6.         I’ve heard chiropractic treatment is dangerous.There are no reported deaths due to treatment by a chiropractor in the US. By contrast, in 2003
alone there were 176,000 deaths from prescription medications.
7.         What is a pinched nerve or subluxation?A pinched nerve, misaligned vertebrea, or subluxation, also known as vertebral subluxation
complex, is what happens when spinal bones lose their normal motion or position due to stress,
trauma or chemical imbalances.
8.         How does a chiropractor treat pinched nerves?Your chiropractor uses a series of safe adjustments, stretches, exercises, heat or ice to restore
normal spinal function. A chiropractic “adjustment” is a carefully directed and controlled pressure
to restore spinal bones to a more normal position or motion. Chiropractic doctors receive years
of training to become experts at using the right amount of force in the right direction. Each
chiropractic adjustment is tailored to the patient’s age, size and unique spinal problem.
9.         Do you have to adjust my neck?Your chiropractic adjustments will vary depending on the treatment needed. Please talk with your
chiropractic doctor about your concerns on your first visit. however increased study in clinical
settings have shown dramatic increase healing time therefor, decrease in patient visits when
coupling cervical and lumbar adjustments due to the effects of increased joint receptors in the
cervical areas more so than any other joints in the human body.
10.      Can chiropractic treatment help with sports injuries?Yes. Chiropractic treatment helps restore function to joints that are not moving properly. In turn,
this helps speed healing of soft tissues. You can reduce injuries by warming up, stretching and
cooling down before and after every exercise or sports session. Dr. Michael Vaughn has
received special training to treat amateur and professional athletes and was an attending
physician to the 1996 Greek Olympic Team.
11.         Is chiropractic treatment safe for infants and children?Yes. Children usually respond quickly to chiropractic treatment.  Dr. Vaughn has received special
training in how to treat infants and children. Even “normal” births can cause unseen trauma to
the spine. Toddlers and children learning to walk, ride bicycles and playing sports experience a
variety of falls and jolts. Chiropractic treatment helps keep their spine and joints functioning
correctly. Early chiropractic treatment can prevent problems in adulthood.  As a side note coming
from a family who had a father as a chiropractor, I remembered my fevers breaking within
minutes after an adjustment from my Dad.  That was the norm for me and my brothers and we
were never sick and if we were sick it was not for very long. I did not realize this was not the norm
until I began seeing patients of my own and became aware of all the sickness in the world.  Now
that I have a family with four kids, they don't get sick either! (DrV)12.         Do children have a need for chiropractic treatment?Even “normal” births can cause unseen trauma to the spine. Toddlers and children learning to
walk, ride bicycles and playing sports experience a variety of falls and jolts. Chiropractic
treatment helps keep their spine and joints functioning correctly. Early chiropractic treatment can
prevent problems in adulthood.
13.         Is chiropractic treatment safe during pregnancy?Yes, from conception to delivery both babies and their pregnant mothers benefit from
chiropractic care. Many women report easier births. Chiropractic care can help expectant
mothers with changes that come from weight gain and hormonal fluctuations.
14.         I’ve heard that chiropractic can reduce neck pain. Is that true?Yes. Pain is a symptom of an underlying problem. Pain relievers, such as aspirin, simply cover
the pain without treating it. Massage may feel good but may not address the cause especially if
your problem is a vertebral joint related problem. Chiropractic treats the underlying causes. After
reviewing your exam results and health history your chiropractor will use specific adjustments to
improve the motion and position of your spinal vertebrae. With improved function and structure
your neck pain may diminish or disappear completely.
15.         How does chiropractic relieve headaches?An often overlooked cause of headaches is the malfunction of spinal bones in the neck or upper
back. Nerves and blood vessels to the head can be affected when spinal bones lost their normal
motion or position. Chiropractic adjustment can bring correction and relief.
16.         Can chiropractic treat earaches?In most cases Yes!  Many parents are relieved to have a fast, safe and effective treatment for
earaches without the use of antibiotics.         
Treating an earache.
17.         Shouldn’t I see if my body will heal on its own rather than rushing to a chiropractor?
Unfortunately, in most cases, waiting can make your condition worse. Affected muscles can
weaken, atrophy, become tight or spasm. Swelling or inflammation can occur and may cause
delicate tissue to tear or degenerate. Soft tissues may suffer permanent damage. Sometimes
bone spurs or other bony growths may occur.        
18.           Whiplash sudden movement of the head backward, forward or sideways.
Can chiropractic treat “whiplash”?If caught early enough, inflammation and scar tissue can be minimized, leading to faster and
fuller recovery. Whiplash is usually caused by collisions during auto accidents, sports, slips and
falls. When the head is suddenly jerked back and forth it can cause muscles and ligaments to be
torn or stretched. Spinal discs can bulge, tear or rupture. Vertebrae forced out of their normal
position have reduced range of motion.
19.         I’m over 60, am I too old for chiropractic treatment?Many active seniors seek regular chiropractic treatment. Periodic visits can help catch little
problems before they become major concerns – helping you to stay healthy and as active.
For answers to questions specific to your condition we’ll be happy to schedule time for you to
meet privately with the chiropractor.