Who are Chiropractors?

Chiropractors are the health care professionals who use spinal manipulative therapy, manual adjustment techniques, and other treatments to cure and prevent neuromuscular disorders and diseases. They can diagnose and treat diseases like neck pain, leg pain, short leg syndrome, and cervicogenic pain, etc.

What are the qualifications of Chiropractor?

Qualifications of Chiropractor are the following:

• Doctor of Chiropractic
• Master of Clinical Chiropractic
• Master of Chiropractic
• FICA [Fellow, International Chiropractors Association]
• Doctorate in Chiropractic
• Bachelor of Chiropractic

When should an individual visit a Chiropractor?

One should visit a Chiropractor if he/she is suffering from any of the following conditions:

• Poor posture of the body
• Misalignment of the spine
• Severe or chronic pain
• Migraine
• Neck and back pain
• Pain due to arthritis
• Sport injuries 

Are Chiropractors and Physiotherapists the same?

Both Chiropractors and Physiotherapists are health care professionals who treat patients to improve the quality of their lives. However, Chiropractors focus on aligning parts of the body through manual adjustment techniques. Physiotherapists treat patients through physical & mental exercises and medical devices that help the mobility of the patient.

Can I consult a Chiropractor for TMJ pain?

Chiropractors can treat TMJ (Temporomandibular joint) pain by relieving tension in the muscles present around the TMJ joint. They can also manipulate the trigger points that help to reduce the pain in the joint. Chiropractic treatment can be used alone or in combination with other treatment approaches.

Can Chiropractor treat spinal injuries?

Depending upon the severity of the spinal injury and the symptoms, Chiropractors can treat the underlying cause of the injury. Chiropractic care and spinal adjustments can repair the position of the spine. They can also perform physical therapy that strengthens the muscles thereby preventing future slips.

How often should I consult a Chiropractor?

It is recommended that an individual who is healthy can consult a Chiropractor once in 6 months. However, if a patient is suffering from misalignments of bones or joint pains, he/she can consult Chiropractor once in a month or as recommended.

Can Chiropractor perform surgeries?

No, Chiropractors cannot perform surgeries and cannot prescribe any medications to treat medical conditions like body pains, joint injuries, and muscle pain, etc. Chiropractors use spinal adjustment techniques with their hands or with a small tool which helps the patients to relieve the symptoms.