“Do chiropractors work on joints?”
I am a 37 year old female. I want to know if chiropractors work on joints?
6 Answers
That’s exactly what chiropractors do
Chiropractors work primarily on the spine. Part of each vertebrae is connected to the one above and below by joints. So, when the manipulation occurs it happens at this articulation or joint. In addition, most chiropractors are skilled in extremity adjusting so the joints of those bones can also be manipulated. Shoulders, knees, wrists, elbows are commonly treated by chiropractors.
Yes, the motion between two bones is known as a joint. A chiropractic manipulation is a force put into the joint to free up restricted or abnormal movement in a joint.
Yes. Chiropractors are trained to work on joint in both the spine and extremities. However, it is important that your doctor performs a complete physical exam and medical history before administering any treatment to rule out any contraindications. Sometimes diagnostic studies like X-rays, CT, or MRIs will be ordered before treatment depending on the severity of the condition.
Doctors of Chiropractic are trained to work on all joints and and musculoskeletal areas of the body.
Yes this is exactly what Chiropractors do. They make adjustments to the joints to restore their function and decrease pain.
