Facts about Chiropractic
It’s becoming more obvious that chiropractic is playing a significant role in American well-being. Chiropractic has supplied people with a non-invasive tool to give new hope to health management. From auto-accidents, sports injury, scoliosis to everyday migraines and back pain chiropractic is constantly evolving to promote good health across the globe.
Success Rate
According to the American Chiropractic Association, three in four people who receive chiropractic treatment view it as “highly effective.” Whether you’ve been in a car accident or experiencing sudden back or neck pain, chiropractic can help you get on the road to good health!
#1 Solution for Low Back Pain
According to the American Chiropractic Association, chiropractors are the highest rated healthcare practitioner for low-back pain treatments. They are ranked above Physical Therapists (PTs), specialist physician/MD (family or internal medicine).
Boosts Brain Function
After an adjustment is performed your brain activity is shown to spike! This results in less inflammation, improved muscle strength, regulated hormones and better control over bodily functions. The study showed a change in brain function by almost 20% on average of the prefrontal cortex. These results would improve sensory-motor function relevant to fall prevention and limb control.
Great for Pregnant Women
Chiropractic care is very safe for pregnant women. Ensuring the pelvis is in the correct position allows more room and comfort for the mom and the baby. As a result, low back pain that comes along with pregnancy can be eliminated.
We Don’t “Crack Backs”
During the adjustment the cracking sound you hear is a build up of gas inside your joints. The release of gas helps alleviate discomforting pressure. In addition, the doctor is also adjusting the skeletal structure back to its optimal placement.
Cracking Your Own Back is NOT GOOD
We have all done the original lean back in the chair until we feel some pops or give the ole sitting upright and twist until we feel things move. Unfortunately, we are moving our skeletal structure in ways that can be harmful. A chiropractic adjustment is a specific modification of a subluxation, or joint misalignment.
You Don’t Need to Hear a “crack” for the Adjustment to Work
During some adjustments, a sound or “cavitation” is heard, but not always. When an adjustment is made the doctor is applying force to slowly realign the skeletal structure. If a sound isn’t heard, it just means that more visits might be necessary to work on the skeletal structure over time.