History and exam
A thorough health history and examination.
Aches and Pains
Can chiropractic help my aches and pains?
Many people think of chiropractic physicians only for low back pain, but they can treat virtually any condition caused by muscles, bones, joints, tendons or ligaments.
Knowing What to Treat
Musculoskeletal problem, or something else?
Chiropractic physicians have the education and training to tell a problem caused by the musculoskeletal system from one caused by visceral tissue — such as an ulcer, kidney problems or even tumors.
If it's determined that your problem can't be addressed by a chiropractic physician, he or she will refer you to the proper specialist who can help you.
- Muscles, bones and joints
- Tendons and ligaments
- Referral when you need it
Chiropractic as the First Choice
The first and best choice when something feels wrong
A thorough health history and exam, any tests needed, then a decision: treat here, or send you to the right specialist.
Testing
Ordering lab work or advanced imaging (MRI, CT) when needed.
Treatment or referral
Treating your condition, or referring you to a specialist.
Most People Don't Know…
Chiropractors are physicians
In most states, chiropractors are fully licensed to diagnose a patient, and for that reason are considered physicians — a term only allowed to D.C.s, M.D.s and D.O.s. That means they have the training, knowledge and ability to order lab or advanced tests (MRI, CT) and to diagnose an ulcer, liver disease, diabetes, an ankle sprain, a ruptured disc or even cancer. Depending on the state, the chiropractor can then choose to treat the disease or refer the patient to a specialist.
How Treatment Works
Out of pain fast — and back to proper mechanics
All this makes chiropractic physicians the first and best choice to see when you feel something is wrong with your body. If the chiropractor decides to treat, they will use a combination of many possible therapies:
- Ultrasound
- Interferential current
- Stretching
- Myofascial release
- Acupuncture
- Chiropractic adjustments
Get Your Aches and Pains Checked
These therapies are designed to get you out of pain fast and restore proper mechanics, so this episode will hopefully be your last.
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1830 S Alma School Rd, Ste 135, Mesa, AZ 85210