WHAT DO YOU EXPECT? It matters!
Chiropractic patients have definite
expectations of their chiropractic spinal care provider – a full examination,
a clear diagnosis of the cause of pain, detailed
information and instructions on how to cope with it,
and pain relief – one who listens intently, confirms
the realness of their pain, and includes them in
the treatment plan. (1) Sound right? We bet
it does! Our Carrolltown chiropractic patients hope for
the same from our care at Gormish Chiropractic & Rehabilitation! Athletes and
“geri-active” patients mix it up a bit. ATHLETES: Athletes presumed
musculoskeletal assessment and treatment at and beyond the site of injury, symptom improvement, clear communication,
and expertise from their chiropractor in addition to
reassurance, positive impact on their athletic performance,
and injury prevention advice. (2) "GERI-ACTIVEs": Older back pain sufferers want much the same, too: know
the healthcare system to guide them through it as necessary (important!), communicate 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 shared the value
of interdisciplinary collaboration and their partiality for
hands-on treatment of musculoskeletal conditions. (3) Carrolltown chiropractic
patients want their chiropractors to be healthcare team players, clear communicators of realistic expectations, amazing hands-on musculoskeletal treatment providers, and great
listeners! Your Carrolltown 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 defining the problem – 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.
Carrolltown CHIROPRACTIC TIP OF THE MONTH: Core Stabilization Exercise
Exercise isn’t just for the athlete! Back pain sufferers
benefit from core stabilization to decrease 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 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! Gormish Chiropractic & Rehabilitation is ready
to talk with you about what would work for you.
CONTACT Gormish Chiropractic & Rehabilitation
Thank you for trusting us with your spinal
health. We are right by your side, listening, coaching, and encouraging
you! Make your next Carrolltown
chiropractic appointment today.