Chiropractors are first-contact practitioners who focus on neuro-muscular-skeletal
conditions. Chiropractic care is characterized by direct access,
integrated and conservative care of patients health needs,
emphasizing neuromuscular conditions, and patient centered diagnosis
and treatment. Chiropractic care includes examination (which
may include diagnostic imaging, like x-rays), diagnosis, differential
diagnosis and treatment of the spine and extremities (or peripheral
joints) as well as associated soft tissues. Treatment is administered
principally by hand and includes primarily specific chiropractic
manipulation or adjustments, and other therapeutic approaches
such as soft tissue therapy, muscle stimulation and ultrasound.
Nutritional advice, lifestyle modifications, rehabilitation
exercise prescription and ergonomic recommendations for the
workplace may also be included as part of a patients treatment.
Chiropractors treat conditions such as:
- Headaches
- Neck and back pain
- Sports injuries
- Sprains and strains
- Repetitive stress disorders
- Auto accident injuries (whiplash)
- Work related injuries (WCB)
- Disc injuries
- Rotator cuff injuries
- TMJ syndrome
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