Healthy News May 2022
Chiropractic patients have pretty clear expectations of their chiropractic spinal care provider – a full exam, a distinct diagnosis of the source of pain, detailed information and guidance on how to cope with it, and pain relief – one who listens intently, verifies the realness of their pain, and involves them in the treatment plan. (1) Sound right? We bet it does! Our Fernandina Beach chiropractic patients expect the same from our care at Amelia Chiropractic Clinic! 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, clear communication, and expertise from their chiropractor as well as reassurance, positive impact on their athletic performance, and injury prevention advice. (2) "GERI-ACTIVEs": Older back pain sufferers want a lot of the same, too: guidance through the healthcare system as necessary (important!), convey important information clearly, develop an interpersonal relationship, have a passion for patient care (as well as comforting patience with the patient!), and possess clinical and diagnostic skill. They also expressed the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration and their preference for hands-on treatment of musculoskeletal conditions. (3) Fernandina Beach chiropractic patients want their chiropractors to be healthcare team players, clear communicators of realistic expectations, skilled hands-on musculoskeletal treatment providers, and terrific listeners! Your Fernandina Beach chiropractor is all that…and more!
Listen to this PODCAST with Dr. Nate McKee on The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson as he meets patient expectations by clearly explaining the issue – spinal stenosis and balance – and its treatment plan via the Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management which incorporates patient education, spinal manipulation, nutrition, and exercise.
Fernandina Beach CHIROPRACTIC TIP OF THE MONTH: Core Stabilization Exercise
Exercise is not just for the athlete! Back pain sufferers gain from core stabilization to reduce chronic low back pain. A study in fighter pilots showed significantly less chronic low back pain and less incidence of neck pain after core stabilization exercise. (4) Older folks benefit, too, as those who suffer 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 improved 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 not, young or not so young, exercise works! Amelia Chiropractic Clinic is prepared to talk with you about what would work for you.
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