Understanding the initial goal of Chiropractic Care
Relief from Pain and Tension
The primary objective of chiropractic care is to alleviate pain and tension experienced by individuals. Pain intensity varies from person to person, depending on their pain threshold. During your initial assessment, you'll be asked to rate your pain or tension on a numeric visual scale, providing valuable insight into the intensity of your symptoms and guiding the progression of treatment.
Functional questionnaires are used to assess your ability to perform daily activities and identify areas of difficulty. This information helps chiropractors evaluate the results of care and estimate the duration of treatment required for improvement.
Results of chiropractic treatment can vary, with some patients experiencing immediate relief, while others may require more time for healing. Spinal manipulative therapy and soft tissue treatments aim to reduce spinal restrictions and reduce tension, leading to rapid improvement in symptoms. The typical timeframe for healing is within 4-6 weeks of regular treatment, although more severe symptoms may necessitate additional time and treatment, often requiring maintenance care every 4-6 weeks.
Many patients wonder how long they will need chiropractic care. Recent studies, including a Swedish study by Eklund, have provided evidence-based data on the benefits of chiropractic maintenance care. This study compared patients receiving maintenance care with those receiving symptom-guided treatment over 52 weeks and found that maintenance care led to fewer days of bothersome low back pain.
Ultimately, the duration of chiropractic care is a personal decision. Chiropractors are committed to helping patients achieve their health goals, whether it's short-term pain relief or long-term maintenance care.
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