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Chiropractors Stevenage
I have found that few patients know what is involved in the
regaining of health through chiropractic. Because of this,
they sometimes have difficulty in understanding their prescribed
treatment program. This is why I ask you to take the time to
read the following information.
We are all
taught from the cradle to the grave that, “if we are hurting, we
need to do something about it, and if we are not, then we are
OK”. You must understand that the presence or absence of symptoms
(usually pain) is not a criterion of your total health. You will
usually get rid of your symptoms before you get rid of your
problem.
There are four major stages or phases of care
in regaining and maintaining optimal health through chiropractic.
1.
THE RELIEF
/ CRISIS CONTROL PHASE: - The goal
in this stage is to obtain relief from the acute symptoms as
quickly as possible. Frequent adjustments are required during
this initial period of about four weeks.
2.
THE
STABILISING / STRENGTHENING PHASE: -
Once the acute symptoms have been brought under control, the goal
is to stabilize the spinal misalignments whilst the initial tissue
healing takes place. In accomplishing this, the early return of
the original symptoms is greatly reduced. Visits become less
frequent as spinal stability improves in weeks 5-8.
3.
THE
RECONSTRUCTIVE / REHABILITATIVE PHASE: -
This phase deals with rebuilding and restoring
the normal nerve and structural functions of the whole body by
spinal manipulations and health education. The frequency of
treatments depends on the amount of rehab required, and the rate
of healing of your own body in weeks 9-12.
4.
THE
PREVENTATIVE / MAINTENANCE PHASE: -
Once improved function has been restored, it is important that it
be maintained. Joints are designed for one thing only i.e.
movement. Any joint which is not moving properly (this can be too
much or too little movement) will begin to deteriorate. Regular
spinal checks reveal any changes or deterioration taking place and
allows for prompt intervention before more serious problems
develop. The frequency of visits may vary from once a month to
once every three months, depending upon various factors associated
with your condition.
IF YOU
WANT TO OBTAIN THE MAXIMUM HEALTH NOW AND HAVE THE GREATEST
WELLNESS POSSIBLE IN THE FUTURE, THEN ALL FOUR PHASES OF CARE ARE
NECESSARY.
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