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At some point in your life, you\u2019ve probably heard an acquaintance, friend or family member say something like this: \u201cOnce you start going to a chiropractor, you\u2019ll have to keep going back forever.\u201d Most of the time, this is meant as a caution\u2014a warning that chiropractic care is somehow addictive, cultish or (at worst) ineffective.<\/p>\n
As chiropractic physicians, we believe that it\u2019s very important for our patients to understand the nature of what we do and the kind of relationship we work to build with them. We also think it\u2019s important to explain the phenomenon that these acquaintances, friends or family members are referring to.<\/p>\n
There are indeed many people who return to our office even after their initial symptoms have disappeared. But they don\u2019t return because they \u201chave to\u201d. They return because they CHOOSE to. And patients make this choice for a variety of different reasons. Sometime the reason has to do with a chronic or recurring condition that requires ongoing or periodic attention. Sometimes it has to do with a different health issue altogether. And still other times it has to do with their overall wellness. But in every case, they return to chiropractic because it helps them feel better than they feel without it.<\/p>\n
Whether or not you choose to return to your chiropractor for regular treatment will depend on your own physical condition as well as your broader health and wellness goals. We understand that every patient is different, and we will do our best to work with you to design a treatment plan that meets your specific needs. This is true whether your priority is short-term pain relief, physical rehabilitation or general health and wellness. Our goal is always to provide the right combination of in-office care, exercise and stretching recommendations and lifestyle counseling to help you achieve your objectives.<\/p>\n
Of course, you don\u2019t have to keep going back to the chiropractor after your symptoms have been resolved. But the simple truth is that those symptoms are likely to reappear at some point if you don\u2019t address the underlying source of the problem. Over time, pain, poor joint function and other signs of bodily wear can begin to creep up again without regular maintenance.<\/p>\n
Why Regular Chiropractic Care is Important<\/strong><\/p>\n Going to your chiropractor for a regular checkup and any necessary treatment is really no different from visiting your dentist or eye doctor. It\u2019s fundamentally about prevention and early detection. The wear-and-tear of everyday living (not to mention the special demands of athletics or certain professions and workplaces) can take a serious toll on your musculoskeletal system in general. And it can be especially hard on your back and neck if your general posture is compromised. Unfortunately, it can take time for the cumulative effects to become obvious and for to you to begin experiencing pain and reduced function. And by the time you do experience these, whatever problems you have may be more difficult to treat.<\/p>\n The keys to good musculoskeletal health (especially spinal health) are:<\/p>\n For many of our patients, chiropractic care has become an important part of their overall wellness lifestyle. It\u2019s simply something they do for themselves and their families to protect their overall health and help them feel (and perform) at their best. If you\u2019re interested in learning more about how we can help you, please call or visit our office today!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" At some point in your life, you\u2019ve probably heard an acquaintance, friend or family member say something like this: \u201cOnce you start going to a chiropractor, you\u2019ll have to keep going back forever.\u201d Most of the time, this is meant as a caution\u2014a warning that chiropractic care is somehow addictive, cultish or (at worst) ineffective. As chiropractic physicians, we believe that it\u2019s very important for our patients to understand the nature of what we do and the kind of relationship…<\/p>\n\n