Chiropractic is an alternative medicine that helps patients limit tension and pain by using hand adjustments. Chiropractic is often focused on the spine, which helps other parts of the body communicate with one another. Many chiropractors practice in the world today and can help improve your general health. Looking at the history of chiropractic and what it is used for can give patients peace of mind when seeking treatment.
The Beginnings Of Chiropractic
The start of chiropractic origins began with ancient bone setting, but has evolved to what it is today. There are many ideas that have played into chiropractic and how it is conducted. An alternative medicine like chiropractic adjustment uses relaxation techniques and nervous system resets to help the body naturally heal.
Daniel David Palmer is credited with the foundation of chiropractic as he completed the first adjustment in 1895. He established the first chiropractic school in 1897 and from that point, helped to refine different adjustment techniques and research on how to improve bodily function. During the 20th century, chiropractors began to go into professional societies to help standardize research in the field. Now, there is ever-increasing research on spinal adjustment, and chiropractic is available in all 50 states and in over 40 countries.
Limiting The Need For Surgery And Medication
One of the biggest reasons for patients to seek chiropractic is to lower their risk of surgery or heavy medication. Patients who experience chronic back pain, joint pain, or chronic illness are often the biggest candidates for invasive treatment. Chiropractic adjustment can help reduce inflammation, joint pain, and the need for addictive substances to solve health concerns.
Chiropractic will help limit your pain, which often leads to patients seeking surgery. Chiropractors can help you reduce inflammation that leads to pain while walking, exercising, or lifting. Since chiropractic is noninvasive, it is a great alternative to surgery and the long recovery time.
What Can Chiropractic Be Used To Treat?
While chiropractic adjustment may not cure you completely, there are long lasting benefits for a variety of issues. When you limit misaligned spinal discs, the brain and nervous system are able to help you heal quickly and reduce chronic symptoms.
Chiropractic care can be used to minimize symptoms linked to:
- Back pain
- Shoulder pain
- Neck pain
- Whiplash
- Chronic headaches or migraines
- Carpal Tunnel
- Arthritis
- Digestive issues
- Scoliosis
- Colic
- Restless Leg
- Knee pain
- Planter fasciitis
- Fibromyalgia
- Bone fractures
- Bad Posture
- Pregnancy Pain
What Training Is Required To Practice As A Chiropractor?
Most chiropractors will start with an undergraduate program, which typically takes 3 years to complete. Those who are interested in chiropractic should seek a degree in a science related field such as biology, kinesiology, physical therapy, or other related field.
After undergrad, chiropractors will go on to graduate school to earn a Doctor of Chiropractic. This program will include a mix of classroom instruction, laboratory work, and clinical instruction in a licensed chiropractic office. A doctorate program requires 4,200 hours of instruction for someone to complete the program.
After schooling, chiropractors will need to pass the National Board Of Chiropractors exam in order to practice in their state. This is typically taken during the 2nd or 3rd year of a graduate program.
After a chiropractor is licensed and completed their Doctorate, they may continue to take special training or certification courses for chiropractors. While many techniques are taught during schooling, a chiropractor may want to learn more about treating specific patients, or learn more about a specific technique that is gaining new research. This helps chiropractors provide the best care to their patients.
Risks Of Chiropractic Adjustments
With any medical procedure or manual treatment, there are bound to be risks. If you seek care from someone who is uneducated, the risks could be higher. However, chiropractic care has low risk, usually minor soreness after adjustment. For certain patients, there are more concerning risks when seeking chiropractic, based on their health history, current body function, and what is being treated. It is important to know the risks so that you can make an informed decision for your needs.
Some risks of chiropractic adjustments may include:
- Sore muscles
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Nerve compression
- Herniated Discs
- Spinal cord injury
- Stroke
Chiropractic Care From Grant Chiropractic
Many generations of our family have been in the chiropractic business, which means that we have decades of experience and knowledge on how to best treat our patients. If you are experiencing pain or discomfort, we recommend coming into our office to learn more about how we can help. Grant Chiropractic is proud to serve our local community, bringing them better health and improved mobility.
