WHAT DO YOU EXPECT? It matters!
Chiropractic patients have pretty clear
expectations of their chiropractic spinal care provider – a thorough exam,
a distinct diagnosis of the cause of pain, specific
information and guidance on how to deal with it,
and pain relief – one who listens intently, verifies
the reality of their pain, and includes them in
the treatment plan. (1) Sound right? We believe
it does! Our Colorado Springs chiropractic patients expect
the same from our treatment at The Chiropractic TRUhealthDR! Athletes and
“geri-active” patients mix it up a bit. ATHLETES: Athletes presumed
musculoskeletal assessment and treatment at and beyond the site of injury, improvement
of symptoms, effective communication,
and expertise from their chiropractor in addition to
reassurance, advantageous impact on their athletic performance,
and injury prevention input. (2) "GERI-ACTIVEs": Older back pain sufferers want much the same, too: know
the healthcare system to guide them through it 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 have clinical and
diagnostic skill. They also shared the importance
of interdisciplinary collaboration and their partiality for
hands-on treatment of musculoskeletal conditions. (3) Colorado Springs 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 Colorado Springs 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 includes
patient education, spinal manipulation, nutrition, and exercise.
Colorado Springs CHIROPRACTIC TIP OF THE MONTH: Core Stabilization Exercise
Exercise isn’t just for the athlete! Back pain sufferers
benefit from core stabilization to reduce chronic low
back pain. A study of fighter pilots resulted in
significantly less chronic low back pain and less incidence of
neck pain after core stabilization exercise. (4) Older folks
benefit, too, as those who experience with low back pain often experience poor postural control which contributes to
poor balance and a greater 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 not,
young or old, exercise works! The Chiropractic TRUhealthDR is here
to talk with you about what would work for you.
CONTACT The Chiropractic TRUhealthDR
Thank you for trusting us with your spinal
health. We are right by your side, listening, coaching, and encouraging
you! Make your next Colorado Springs
chiropractic appointment today.