{"id":555,"date":"2018-10-12T19:20:51","date_gmt":"2018-10-12T19:20:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kiroclinique.ca\/en\/?p=555"},"modified":"2022-05-05T14:58:00","modified_gmt":"2022-05-05T18:58:00","slug":"need-a-chiropractor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kiroclinique.ca\/en\/need-a-chiropractor\/","title":{"rendered":"When might you need a chiropractor?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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You might need to see a chiropractor if you’ve experienced:<\/p>\n

– Chronic pain in muscles or joints<\/p>\n

– Sharp and shooting pains<\/p>\n

– Frequent headaches<\/a> or migraines<\/p>\n

– Strains, bad posture or misaligned spine.<\/p>\n

But what is chiropractic?<\/h2>\n

Chiropractic is a healthcare profession that focuses on the spine, the joints and the musculoskeletal aspects of the body and their connection with the nervous system. Chiropractic is focused on restoring, preserving, and optimizing health through natural hands-on methods or the use of hand-held instruments.<\/p>\n

In fact, the treatments will help you achieve a state of optimal health<\/strong> by working with your spine and using a gentle<\/strong>, non-invasive<\/strong> approach that doesn\u2019t involve drugs or surgery.<\/p>\n

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How will a chiropractor treat my condition or problem?<\/h2>\n

Chiropractors use a variety of techniques to reduce pain<\/strong> and improve mobility and function<\/strong>. The one system that most people associate with chiropractic is hand-delivered manipulation of the spine. Some chiropractors call this an \u2018adjustment\u2019<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Also, a chiropractor will help you identify the cause of your problem, not just treat your symptoms of pain.\u00a0You\u2019ll be fully informed of what\u2019s happening in your body and how we\u2019re able to help you, so you won\u2019t experience repeat problems.<\/p>\n

They may also use other techniques and\/or modalities like heat, ice, massage, specific exercises, ultrasound and acupuncture. They may also give lifestyle, ergonomic and dietary advice.<\/p>\n

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What can a chiropractor help with?<\/h2>\n

Chiropractic care is designed to help patients of all ages<\/strong> and conditions. The most common concerns our patients seek help with include:<\/p>\n

–\u00a0Sports injuries<\/a><\/p>\n

– Migraines and headaches<\/p>\n

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– Bad posture<\/p>\n

– Neck pain<\/p>\n

– Arm pain<\/p>\n

– Numbness or tingling<\/p>\n

– Scoliosis<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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– Low and mid-back pain<\/a><\/p>\n

– Chest pains<\/p>\n

– Sciatica<\/p>\n

– Leg pain<\/p>\n

– Knee injuries<\/p>\n

– Shoulder injuries and tendinitis<\/a><\/p>\n

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Visiting a chiropractor at the first sign of injury or pain will put you on the path to a quicker recovery.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Did you know that you can consult a chiropractor without having any pain?<\/h2>\n

You don’t always need to have a pain or dysfonction to consult a chiropractor. Preventive care<\/strong> is one of the main strength in the chiropractic care studies have demonstrated that maintenance care can reduce likelihood of re-occurrence and decrease overall care costs.<\/p>\n

Also chiropractic<\/strong> care can get you:<\/p>\n

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– Improved movement in your neck, shoulders, back and torso<\/p>\n

– Better posture<\/p>\n

– Prevention of work-related muscle and joint injuries<\/p>\n

– Enhanced athletic performance<\/a><\/p>\n

– Improved flexibility<\/p>\n

– Correction of gait and foot problems<\/p>\n

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