Family Chiropractic, P.C. & Ahwatukee Spinal Aid center
Dr. John E. Boardman
4232 E. Chandler Blvd.,Suite 20
Phoenix, AZ, 85048
Ahwatukee
480.704.1954
Fax 480.704.1663
Q Some chiropractors require long term treatment contracts. Do you require
that here?
A No. Each person’s treatment plan is highly individualized and designed
for their specific needs. Some patients will progress faster than expected
and others may respond slower. So as the patient responds to care, their treatment
plan is adjusted accordingly.
Q
How Do I Know If I Have A Subluxation?
A You can have subluxations and not even know about it. Like
the early stages of tooth decay or cancer, subluxations can be present before
the warning signs appear. The results of a thorough examination can show the
location and severity of subluxations you may have.
Q Can Subluxations Clear Up On Their Own?
A Sometimes. Today’s hectic lifestyles are a constant
source of subluxations. Sometimes bending and or stretching may help in relieving
the discomfort, but it is important to see your Chiropractor. Only a Doctor
of Chiropractic is professionally trained to locate and correct subluxations.
Q Are Chiropractic Adjustments Safe?
A Multiple studies in prestigious American medical journals,
demonstrate both the safety and efficacy of Chiropractic adjustments/manipulation.
A thorough exam can identify the rare person for whom chiropractic care might
be unsuited.
Q Will Adjustments Make My Spine Too Loose?
A No. Only the spinal joints that are “locked up”
receive adjustments. This allows the muscles and ligaments to stabilize and
heal.
Q Can The Bones Move Too Much?
A Highly unlikely. A chiropractic adjustment is special. It
has the right amount of energy, delivered to an exact spot, at a precise angle,
at just the right time. The intent is to get a “stuck” spinal joint
moving again, helping reduce nerve interference. Years of training, practice
and experience make chiropractic adjustments specific and safe.
Q What Makes The Sound During The Adjustment?
A Lubricating fluids separate the bones of each spinal joint.
Some adjusting methods can produce a sound when the gas and fluids in the joint
shift. It’s much like opening a bottle of champagne or removing a suction
cup. The sound is interesting, but it isn’t a guide to the quality or
value of the adjustment.
Q How Many Adjustments Will I Need?
A The number of adjustments varies with each patient and their
individual health goals. Many patients sense progress within a week or two of
frequent visits. Visits become less often as your spine stabilizes. In chronic
cases, complete healing can take months or even years.
Q Why Do Newborns Get Adjustments?
A Even today’s “natural” childbirth methods
can affect and infant’s spine. Preliminary studies suggested that colic,
unusual crying, poor appetite, ear infections or erratic sleeping habits can
be signs of spinal distress. Pediatric adjustments are gentle. Knowing exactly
where to adjust, the doctor applies no more pressure than you’d use to
test the ripeness of a tomato.
Q Can I Have Chiropractic Care After Back Surgery?
A Yes. Rest assured that your chiropractic doctor will avoid
the surgically modified areas of your spine. Surgery often causes instability
above or below the involved level. These areas will be the focus of your chiropractic
care.
Q Can Patients With Osteoporosis Get Chiropractic
Care?
A Of course. When developing a care plan, your chiropractic
doctor considers the unique circumstances of each patient. There are many ways
to adjust the spine. The method
selected will be suited to your age, size and condition.
Q How Long Until I’ll Feel Better?
A Some patients experience almost instant relief. Others discover
it can take many weeks or months. Many factors can affect the healing process.
How long have you had your problem? Are you keeping your appointments? Are you
getting the proper rest, exercise and nutrition? Do you smoke? Are you in otherwise
good condition? Within a short period of time, most patients sense enough progress
to fully carry out their doctor’s recommendations.
Q Will I Receive Any Medication For My Pain?
A No. Chiropractic doctors don’t dispense drugs. Because
we rely on natural methods,we can show you how to use ice to control painful
symptoms. When properly applied, ice can have an analgesic effect without the
side effects of pain medications.
Q Why Don’t Medical Practitioners & Chiropractic
Doctors Get Along?
A That’s changing. Years of prejudice and bias are giving
way to research showing the benefits of chiropractic care. Attitudes are slow
to change. However, as the public demands alternatives to drugs and surgery,
more and more medical practitioners are referring their patients to our office.
Q What If My Health Insurance Doesn’t Cover
Chiropractic?
A Your health affects everything you do and everyone you know.
It is your most valuable possession. Yet, each of us is free to place a different
value on our health. It’s convenient when an insurance company or third
party helps pay the bill. But be careful! Don’t allow the profit motive
of a huge corporation to make the decision for you. Find out how we make chiropractic
care affordable for just about anyone.
Q Will I Ever Be Normal Again?
A Patient results vary. Many report improved spinal curves
and the total resumption of their normal lifestyle. Those who neglect or delayed
seeking care often see slower progress. After improvements, many patients discover
that periodic chiropractic checkups can help avoid a relapse,
Q What If Chiropractic Doesn’t Work?
A If we’re unable to find and correct the cause of your
particular health problem, we will refer you to another specialist who may be
able to help. Your health is our primary goal.
Boardman
Family Chiropractic, P.C. & Ahwatukee
Spinal Aid center
Dr. John E. Boardman
4232
E. Chandler Blvd.,Suite 20
Phoenix, AZ, 85048
Ahwatukee
480.704.1954
Fax 480.704.1663