WHAT DO YOU EXPECT? It matters!
Chiropractic patients have pretty clear
expectations of their chiropractic spinal care provider – a thorough examination,
a clear diagnosis of the source of pain, specific
information and guidance on how to deal with it,
and pain relief – one who listens intently, verifies
the reality of their pain, and involves them in
the treatment plan. (1) Sound right? We bet
it does! Our Tonawanda chiropractic patients want
the same from our treatment at Chiropractic Spine Sports And Rehabilitation! Athletes and
“geri-active” patients mix it up a little. ATHLETES: Athletes expected
musculoskeletal assessment and treatment at and beyond the site of injury, symptom improvement, good communication,
and expertise from their chiropractor as well as
reassurance, advantageous impact on their athletic performance,
and injury prevention advice. (2) "GERI-ACTIVEs": Older back pain sufferers want much the same, too: guidance through the healthcare system as necessary (important!), communicate clearly, foster an
interpersonal relationship, have a passion for patient care (as well as
comforting patience with the patient!), and have clinical and
diagnostic skill. They also reported on the importance
of interdisciplinary collaboration and their partiality for
hands-on treatment of musculoskeletal conditions. (3) Tonawanda chiropractic
patients desire their chiropractors to be healthcare team partners, clear communicators of realistic expectations, amazing hands-on musculoskeletal treatment providers, and great
listeners! Your Tonawanda chiropractor is all that…and then some!
Listen to this PODCAST
with Dr. Nate McKee on The Back
Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson as he meets patient expectations
by clearly defining the issue – spinal stenosis
and balance – and its treatment plan via the Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management which includes
patient education, spinal manipulation, nutrition, and exercise.
Tonawanda CHIROPRACTIC TIP OF THE MONTH: Core Stabilization Exercise
Exercise isn’t just for the athlete! Back pain sufferers
benefit from core stabilization to reduce chronic low
back pain. A study in fighter pilots resulted in
significantly less chronic low back pain and less incidence of
neck pain following core stabilization exercise. (4) Older folks
benefit, too, as those who experience with low back pain often experience poor postural control which leads to
poor balance and a higher risk of falls. Core stability training
in older women boosted many outcome scores for them: VAS visual
analog scale of pain level, Oswestry disability, timed-up-and-go test,
10-minute walking, and four-square step test. (5) Athlete or non-athlete,
young or not so young, exercise works! Chiropractic Spine Sports And Rehabilitation is prepared
to talk with you about what would work for you.
CONTACT Chiropractic Spine Sports And Rehabilitation
Thank you for trusting us with your spinal
health. We are right by your side, listening, coaching, and encouraging
you! Schedule your next Tonawanda
chiropractic appointment today.