WHAT DO YOU EXPECT? It matters!
Chiropractic patients have pretty clear
expectations of their chiropractic spinal care provider – a full examination,
a clear diagnosis of the source of pain, detailed
information and instructions on how to deal with it,
and pain relief – one who listens intently, verifies
the realness of their pain, and involves them in
the treatment plan. (1) Sound right? We bet
it does! Our Plainville chiropractic patients hope for
the same from our care at Layden Chiropractic! Athletes and
“geri-active” patients mix it up a little. ATHLETES: Athletes presumed
musculoskeletal assessment and treatment at and beyond the site of injury, symptom improvement, good 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!), communicate clearly, foster an
interpersonal relationship, have a passion for patient care (as well as
comforting patience with the patient!), and possess clinical and
diagnostic skill. They also expressed the value
of interdisciplinary collaboration and their preference for
hands-on treatment of musculoskeletal conditions. (3) Plainville chiropractic
patients want their chiropractors to be healthcare team partners, clear communicators of realistic expectations, amazing hands-on musculoskeletal treatment providers, and terrific
listeners! Your Plainville chiropractor is all that…and then some!
Listen to this PODCAST
with Dr. Nate McKee on The Back
Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson as he meets patient expectations
by clearly explaining the issue – spinal stenosis
and balance – and its treatment plan via the Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management which incorporates
patient education, spinal manipulation, nutrition, and exercise.
Plainville CHIROPRACTIC TIP OF THE MONTH: Core Stabilization Exercise
Exercise is not just for the athlete! Back pain sufferers
benefit from core stabilization to decrease chronic low
back pain. A study of fighter pilots resulted in
significantly less chronic low back pain and less experience of
neck pain following core stabilization exercise. (4) Older folks
benefit, too, as those who experience with low back pain often have poor postural control which leads to
poor balance and a higher 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! Layden Chiropractic is prepared
to talk with you about what would work for you.
CONTACT Layden Chiropractic
Thank you for trusting us with your spinal
health. We’re right by your side, listening, coaching, and cheering you on! Make your next Plainville
chiropractic appointment today.