Reasons Not to be Afraid of the Chiropractor

Many Burnsville, MN residents find Halloween time to be scary. But going to the chiropractor doesn’t have to be scary, too. Here are the top reasons not to be afraid of your chiropractor. 

Don’t be scared - chiropractors are doctors

Chiropractors are granted the doctorate of chiropractic (D.C.) degree from a chiropractic college. Chiropractors spend more time in the classroom than their medical doctor counterparts. They complete a residency and have to pass four sets of national board exams along with state exams.

Don’t be scared – adjustments of the spine do not hurt

Adjustments do not usually hurt. When your chiropractor adjusts certain joints or areas of the spine it might fee uncomfortable because of the pressure. Generally, patients usually enjoy being adjusted. Many patients say it relaxes them.

Don’t be scared – you won’t become addicted or have to go forever

With any good routine, you will reap the benefits as long as you maintain it. You can compare it to keeping up with a good exercise routine or going to the dentist for regular cleanings and exams. Your neuromusculoskeletal system is as important as the rest of your body, so you should want to keep it healthy.

Don’t be scared – the cracking noise does not mean your bones are breaking

The “cracking” noise is just your joint moving. You can compare it to popping your knuckles.

Most chiropractic patients are very satisfied with their experience and do not see any side effects from treatments. As you should with any doctor, be vocal about your experience and share your entire health history. Chiropractic is natural, safe, and definitely, not scary.