Identifying The Right Chiropractor Fairfax

By Jana Serrano


A specialist in back and neck pain is in high demand. It just so happens that it is the purview of a chiropractor Fairfax. The right one can alleviate discomfort through spinal manipulation in the confines of his or her own office. Surgery and medication are not part of the process. Hence the wide appeal of the profession. It is in high demand as the population ages.

Chiropractors practice chiropractic or chiropractic care. This is a non-invasive, non-medicinal method of health care. These professionals coordinate the spine or the body structure with the nervous system and the healing will begin from there. This process believes that any misalignment causes the pain that the patient is experiencing and will be healed by realignment.

The best chiropractors are the ones recommended by family and physical therapists and spine specialists. It is but logical that if a name always gets recommended, there is a high chance that he is a good one. Be careful though because the definition of a "good" chiropractor is very subjective.

What constitutes a good therapist? Ask questions on the phone or during the initial interview. You want to know the background of the practitioner and the years of experience in this specialty. Patient testimonials are always in order.

While waiting for your appointment, you may chat with the staff and other patients as well. Be genuine with your objectives so that they will be open to answer your questions. Asking outright will make you sound suspicious and probing. With the staff, you may confirm the chiropractor's degrees and certifications. With the patients, you may confirm his effectivity and method.

Through the internet, you can do your own background check for the medical practitioner. You can check if there are cases filed against him. You can also check on the website of the Council on Chiropractic Education if the college he attended is accredited.

At your consultation, you will discuss your symptoms and ailments while the doctor makes a preliminary diagnosis. If you elect to go forward and have discussed fees and insurance, you may be given tests and have an X-ray. Expect a thorough overview and explanation of realignment and what it entails. Does the doctor expect you to improve and how will this come about?

You can also research on the techniques used by him. Doing so will enable you to talk the chiropractor's language. With this, you will better communicate your needs and his proposed cure. With the knowledge of the techniques, the patient can inquire about how he feels or thinks about a certain technique. This knowledge will also help the patient make intelligent decisions on which chiropractor to book depending on his specialization.

In summary, a good practitioner will recommend the best process to heal to a patient. The patient will still give the final decision. A good medical practitioner will explain the pros and cons of the treatment and will never force a patient to a treatment he rejects.




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