Nationwide, an estimated 40 million Americans visit a chiropractor annually. According to surveys, chiropractors have one of the highest levels of patient satisfaction among all healthcare providers. Still, there are many misconceptions regarding chiropractors. Clinical studies have shown that visiting a chiropractor can help to reduce overall healthcare costs by reducing, or even preventing, back pain and injury. Unfortunately, these misconceptions often deter patients from receiving the care that may improve their quality of life. Here are three common misconceptions regarding chiropractic care in New Berlin WI:

Chiropractors in New Berlin WI Only Relieve Back Pain

Back pain is one of the most common reasons people visit a chiropractor; however, visiting a chiropractor can help improve the symptoms of a host of medical issues. Many issues that may seem unrelated to the back often have a basis in the spinal column.

Spinal nerves are part of the peripheral nervous system and connect the body to the central nervous system, meaning the brain and spinal cord. Manipulating the spinal column, which is composed of vertebra, nerves, and soft tissue can correct misalignments that are causing you pain in areas away from the spine.

Adjustments are Painful

Patients are often nervous about receiving an adjustment. However, while apprehension surrounding any new treatment is entirely reasonable, fears are unwarranted. While chiropractors are sometimes referred to as "bone crackers" or "bone crushers," these are just colorful nicknames. In fact, many patients experience immediate pain relief after only a single adjustment.

Chiropractors are highly trained and have a thorough understanding of human anatomy that allows them to locate the source of pain and help correct the issue. Additionally, chiropractic care is much less invasive than surgery and far safer than taking drugs. In fact, many healthcare providers suggest their patients try visiting a chiropractor before having surgery.

Ongoing Care is Required

Many people have heard that once you start going to a chiropractor, you will have to keep going indefinitely. While some issues may require ongoing care, such as a degenerative condition or recovering from an accident, many patients only require short-term care. Additionally, a chiropractor may also be able to suggest preventative care you can perform at home.

If you have heard any of these or other fallacies about chiropractors and their adjustments, please give our Brookfield WI, New Berlin WI, or Williams Bay WI office a call today. We will be happy to schedule an appointment to show you how a chiropractor can improve your overall health.