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Myths About Chiropractic Care
There are plenty of myths about chiropractic on the internet. Let's address some of the common ones that we get asked all the time:
Myth: Chiropractic Care is expensive.
Chiropractic Care is not free and will cost you money. However, there are many recently published peer reviewed studies showing that Chiropractic Care is more cost effective than standard medical treatments for many musculoskeletal conditions.
Farabaugh, R., Hawk, C., Taylor, D. et al. Cost of chiropractic versus medical management of adults with spine-related musculoskeletal pain: a systematic review. Chiropr Man Therap 32, 8 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12998-024-00533-4
Myth: Once you go to a Chiropractor, you have to keep going.
You are the patient and you are in charge of your body and how we proceed with your care. We will give you the best recommendations based on your particular condition, evidence based treatments and what has worked for others like you. It's always up to you whether or not you want to take our advice. Once you are feeling better, it is advisable to continue with your treatment, to help maintain your improved level of health. It's kind of like going to a health club, eating right, or any other healthy habit. Once you reach your goal, you don't just stop. You continue to do the healthy things that got you to the improved level. Maybe not as frequently, but it is a constant battle to keep your body working better. Think of it as just keeping the body tuned up.
Myth: My Dad (fill in any relative) went to a chiropractor like 30 years ago and he hurt him.
Recent studies show that Chiropractic treatment is as safe as a standard medical office visit. There are no added risks with Chiropractic treatments. We use evidence based treatments, helping people of all ages and sizes, and all walks of life. From infants to 90 year old women, professional wrestlers, musicians, business men and women, entire families, everyone is treated as conservatively as possible. You are always encouraged to discuss any apprehensions you may have about treatment.
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