Question 1

What results can I expect from chiropractic care?

Accepted Answer

That depends on your condition. The length of time you have had the problem, your age and the degree of your disability all affect the length of your care. Your Kitchener Waterloo chiropractic doctor should tell you the extent of care recommended, and how long you can expect it to last. One of the main reasons people choose chiropractic is that they often get quick results. Individual cases vary and chronic conditions obviously need more care, but Workers' Compensation Board studies show that people with low back pain get back to work much faster with chiropractic care. You might also consider the benefits of regular chiropractic adjustments even when you feel healthy. Sometimes you won't know you have a disorder of the neuromusculoskeletal system until it becomes acute and painful. So, just as you see your dentist to have your teeth checked and your optometrist for eye exams, regular visits to your chiropractor can catch related health conditions early, often preventing them from developing into major problems. Remember, your spine is every bit as susceptible to wear and tear as your teeth and your eyes so you should look after it.

Question 2

Does the adjustment hurt?

Accepted Answer

No. A chiropractic adjustment does not hurt. Most practice members look forward to being adjusted and often feel an instant sense of well-being after their adjustment. If you've had a recent injury, however, adjustments can irritate inflamed tissue and cause minor discomfort. In these cases, it is important to continue care despite minor tenderness and discomfort. Some people also experience odd sensations in their muscles or extremities after adjustments. This is a normal reaction to the relieving of pressure on nerves and is no cause for concern.

Question 3

Is it safe to adjust myself?

Accepted Answer

No. Since a chiropractic adjustment is a specific force, applied in a specific direction to a specific joint, it is virtually impossible to adjust oneself correctly and accurately. It is possible to turn or bend or twist in certain ways to create a "popping" sound that sometimes accompanies a chiropractic adjustment. Unfortunately, this type of joint manipulation is usually counterproductive, often making an already unstable spine even more unstable, and can sometimes be dangerous. Adjusting the spine is not for amateurs!

Question 4

Does chiropractic care require a referral from a medical doctor?

Accepted Answer

No. A practice member does not have to be referred. Chiropractors are legislated as primary contact health care professionals in every province in Canada. This means that practice members can consult them directly.

Question 5

I heard if you go to a chiropractor you have to go forever?

Accepted Answer

I heard if you don't want your teeth to fall out you have to brush them everyday forever. I heard if you want to keep your physical fitness you have to exercise 3 days a week forever. I heard that if you want to stay healthy you have to eat right, 3 meals a day, forever. When do you stop maintaining your car? It's a hunk of metal that will be thrown away in 10 years. You only have one human body. If you don't take care of it, where will you live? Most people who don't see chiropractors are used to seeing their medical doctor only 1 visit. They get a prescription and that is it. Chiropractic is not about taking drugs to alleviate symptoms. It is about the health and well being of the most important structure in your body, the spine and what it protects, your nervous system. Chiropractic practice members usually choose to get adjusted once a month forever because they have been in pain before and they much prefer the way they feel when they are adjusted. The ball is always in your court at Westheights Chiropractic when making decisions about your health, so choose wisely! We are always here to guide you in making decisions towards optimal health and wellness.

Question 6

What makes Westheights Chiropractic's approach different from other Kitchener Chiropractors?

Accepted Answer

At Westheights Chiropractic, we combine a family-centered environment with a thorough, education-forward process so you understand what's happening, what we're looking for, and why your care plan is built the way it is. We take time to listen, we customize techniques to your comfort level and goals, and we focus on long-term function, not quick fixes. Our team has served the Kitchener community since 1986, and we're committed to helping you feel supported at every step, especially during your first visits when everything is new.

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