Did you know? Chiropractors believe in whole body wellness. To your chiropractor, wellness is the state of health where your body is free of interruption or interference to any part of your nervous system, enabling you full expression and enjoyment of life. Frequently Asked Questions About Chiropractic How Does Chiropractic Work? Your brainstem and spinal cord create a "highway" for your nerves. Nerves send messages to and from your brain which control the health and function of virtually every cell in your body. Chiropractic care focuses on maximizing the body s potential & self -healing capabilities by detecting, correcting and preventing spinal misalignments which may lead to nerve interference. Chiropractic treatment may include spinal adjustments, custom foot orthotics, exercise counselling, nutritional advice and/or healthy lifestyle recommendations. What Education Do Chiropractors Have? Chiropractors must receive a minimum of 7-8 years of college education. The basic science and clinical coursework includes anatomy, biochemistry, microbiology, physiology, physical and laboratory diagnostics, radiology, physiology, pathology, nutrition, biomechanics, and spinal manipulation techniques. Chiropractic education is similar to medical education hence why both earn the title of doctor, except the focus is on the diagnosis and treatment of musculo-skeletal and nervous system disorders rather than drugs or surgery. Do I Need A Prescription or Referral? No. Anybody is allowed to use a chiropractor. You do not have to be referred by your doctor. How Does My Spine Get Misaligned? We are exposed to numerous factors on a regular basis, which may interfere with proper nerve functioning. They can arise from physical, emotional or chemical reasons. The physical causes can result from accidents, slips and falls, repetitive motions, poor posture or improper lifting & bending. Emotional causes include stress, anger, depression and fear. Chemical causes include drugs, alcohol, pollution and poor nutrition. Is Chiropractic Just For Back Pain? No, Chiropractic care can benefit organs, tissues, systems and cells in your body by optimizing your body s ability to heal itself. Although it is usually associated with back pain, chiropractic has been shown to be affective in relieving headache, neck pain, arthritis, sciatica, carpal tunnel syndrome, rotator cuff strain and many other conditions. Many headaches, originate from neck area of the spine being misaligned. How Old Do I Have To Be To See A Chiropractor? Chiropractic is safe for all ages. Many childhood activities have a significant impact on the spine. Learning to walk or ride a bicycle, playing sports and even the birth process can cause spinal problems. Regular spinal check ups can help identify these problems and help avoid any more problems seen later in adults. As we age and reach the later years of life the spine can go through degenerative changes. The benefits of chiropractic care can also be seen as many patients have reported relief of arthritic symptoms and other chronic ailments often associated with the ageing process.
Hands-On Healthcare Clinic is Kitchener-based company (Ontario, Canada) with a phone number 5193423123. Our data show that the company is located at the address: 111 Duke St E. The company has a web site: www.handsonhealthcare.ca.
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