A Doctor of Chiropractic has spent four years at an accredited chiropractic institution, receiving more than 4,200 hours of specialized clinical training.
The chiropractic curriculum at the National University of Health Sciences, includes studies in anatomy, pathology, biomechanics, chiropractic principles, diagnosis and adjustment techniques.
As primary care practitioners, chiropractors can develop and carry out a comprehensive treatment/management plan, recommend therapeutic exercise and other non-invasive therapies, and provide nutritional, dietary and lifestyle counseling.
Chiropractors are health care professionals in Texas that are able to use the doctor title with its accompanying rights and responsibilities.
Regulatory boards are responsible for protecting the public, setting standards of practice, assuring quality of care is maintained, evaluating and promoting competency and handling disciplinary issues. Texas chiropractors are regulated and licensed by the Texas Board Of Chiropractic Examiners.
Chiropractors practice a manual approach, providing diagnosis, treatment and preventative care for disorders related to the spine, pelvis, nervous system and the joints.
Chiropractors combine a variety of treatments. All are based on the specific needs of the patient. After going through a complete medical history and diagnosis, a chiropractor develops a comprehensive treatment plan. Included with the treatment a chiropractor may recommend therapeutic exercise, physical therapy, massage therapy, as well as, provide nutritional, dietary and lifestyle training.
For many conditions, such as lower back pain, chiropractic care is frequently the primary method of treatment. If other conditions exist, chiropractic treatment can complement/support medical treatment by relieving the neuromusculoskeletal facets associated with the condition.
Chiropractic treatment can also be used as symptomatic relief for patients with chronic conditions. Based on patient surveys, treating the neuromusculoskeletal components of various disorders, chiropractic treatment has shown to improve the overall well-being of patients.
Chiropractic is a regulated health profession, recognized in all American states. More patients in Texas rely on chiropractic care every year to help them lead healthy, active, pain free lives.
Set aside 30 minutes for the initial visit in order to fill out medical history forms. Or the clinic may have medical forms that can be filled out online. Future visits usually last 15 minutes or less, however, the time required depends on the type of treatment required.
On the first visit, a chiropractor may ask the following:
Most patients experience immediate relief following an adjustment, however, some may experience temporary pain, stiffness or moderate swelling. Some patients may experience temporary dizziness, local numbness, or radiating pain. However, adverse effects associated with spinal adjustments are typically minor and do not last long.
Once adjusted, gas bubbles may escape, this can cause the popping sound associated with chiropractic adjustments.
Chiropractic adjustment techniques have been researched quite thoroughly. Complications do arise but are rare along with the side-effects, such as temporary soreness, which is quite minor. A chiropractor is well-trained to determine if the problem can be handled with chiropractic treatment or if a medical referral to another health care provider is required.
Chiropractic Treatment Can:
Our clinical focus and personal goals are to help the body heal itself naturally in a quick and effective manner. At times, it may seem like a long path; nevertheless, with our commitment, it’s sure to be an exciting journey. The commitment in health is to, never loose our connection to each one of our patients in this journey.
We want to help everybody live a new and improved life. Over the last 2 decades while researching and testing methods with thousands of patients we have learned what works effectively at decreasing pain while increasing human vitality.
We focus on what works for each patient. We strive to create fitness and better the body through researched methods and total wellness programs. These programs are natural, and use the body’s own ability to achieve goals of improvement, rather than introducing harmful chemicals, controversial hormone replacement, surgery, or addictive drugs.
Natural and preventative medicine is the safest. However, some patients choose to combine pharmaceutical medication with chiropractic care and it is completely understandable. Sometimes medications are required to help alleviate more serious symptoms. But it is important to remember that many medications come with side effects both harmful and non-harmful. Therefore moderating their use is critical.
Most medications are designed to relieve symptoms and not cure the actual condition causing the symptoms. One’s health should begin with prevention of the condition/disease and aim at promoting the bodies ability to heal itself.
We experience life through our nervous system. Those who want to optimize their health, be all that they can be and perform at their best, should give us a call at (915) 850-0900