The Chiropractic Myth Buster – Discover The Truth About Treatment
Chiropractic care has been misunderstood and mischaracterized in some corners almost since its inception. The fact that it is a relatively young practice in the formal sense (slightly more than 100 years have passed since its establishment) might account for some people’s wariness. But they — and you — can rest assured that chiropractic is a sound component of healthcare that provides potent, verifiable benefits.
Due to the pervasive misconceptions, there may have been times when you’ve heard something about chiropractic and couldn’t discern fact from fiction. The same might be true for the topic of spine-related pain in general, the focal point of chiropractic treatment. Michigan-based chiropractor Dr. Christopher Miller (no relation to Dr. Ann Miller) helps to separate truth from fallacy in the following post:
Fact or myth with Dr. Miller
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) – When it comes to neck and back pain, there are a lot of myths and misconceptions out there. Here to help us clear up some of these myths up, we have our expert in neck and back pain relief Dr. Christopher Miller of Total Health Chiropractic.
MYTH #1: Injections are a safe option to relieving neck and back pain.
FACT #1: Injections can eat away bones, that’s why they are only allowed so many times a year. These can also cause infection, only to masks the pain. This issue could actually be getting worse. Read more at Wood TV…
As you’ve read, some myths originate from twisted truths; you need to be keen to identify them. Otherwise, you may end up taking wrong advice, which could be detrimental to your overall well-being.
Another area of chiropractic that endures under a suspicious eye is chiropractic care for children. In fact, some of the most irrational claims about chiropractic exist in relation to pediatric care. The following post takes a closer look at this topic:
Five Myths About Chiropractic Care for Children
Chiropractors who provide care for children — and families — can attest to the many benefits of a healthy spine to a growing child. However, this relatively new area of focus for chiropractic is susceptible to many misconceptions, among the public and the health-care community.
Many of the public perceptions about chiropractic care for children, however, are far from the truth. We explore these misconceptions and spoke to the experts to get the real facts about this thriving chiropractic focus area.
Myth #1 Chiropractic care of children is new.
When some individuals first learn that DCs treat children as well as adults, they may get the wrong idea that chiropractic for kids is new — which is to say untested, experimental and dangerous. Read more at PHS Chiropractic…
Once you understand the full range of benefits provided by chiropractic for patients of all ages, you should consider adding regular chiropractic visits to the general health plan for your entire family, including your children.
Another aspect of chiropractic care that is often mischaracterized is the training and schooling required to become a chiropractor. The following post addresses the top misconceptions people have about the instruction that doctors of chiropractic (D.C.’s) receive:
What Are the Top 5 Educational Myths About Chiropractic Care?
Since its inception, chiropractic has been the subject of many myths. Even now, with a growing body of research proving its effectiveness, the profession is often misunderstood by the general public.
One of the biggest misconceptions is that chiropractic schools don’t deliver the same level of education as medical schools. This couldn’t be farther from the truth. Below are five common myths about chiropractic education — and the truth behind them.
Myth #1: Chiropractors aren’t real doctors.
Just like other licensed doctors, chiropractors are legitimate medical professionals. Chiropractic schools grant a doctorate of chiropractic (D.C.), which qualifies graduates to serve as health care providers in every U.S. state as well as dozens of countries around the world. Read more at Ask Palmer Blog…
If a chiropractor you’re considering has completed his or her training and is licensed to practice, you’re in safe hands. Of course, their credentials only establish this one basic fact. Individual skill level, experience, and bedside manner play an enormous role in how satisfied you will be with any respective practitioner.
If you’re looking for a personable, highly skilled chiropractor in the greater Canandaigua area to treat your whole family, Dr. Ann Miller is the clear choice. She can meet your need for outstanding chiropractic care as well as provide professional nutrition guidance for health and weight loss. Call Dr. Miller today at 585-396-0527, or use the contact form on her website and someone from the office will get back with you.
