WHAT DO YOU EXPECT? It matters!
Chiropractic patients have definite
expectations of their chiropractic spinal care provider – a thorough examination,
a clear diagnosis of the cause of pain, detailed
information and instructions on how to cope 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 expect
it does! Our McHenry chiropractic patients want
the same from our care at OrthoIllinois 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 as well as
reassurance, positive 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!), convey
important information clearly, develop an
interpersonal relationship, have a passion for patient care (as well as
comforting patience with the patient!), and have clinical and
diagnostic skill. They also expressed the value
of interdisciplinary collaboration and their partiality for
hands-on treatment of musculoskeletal conditions. (3) McHenry 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 McHenry chiropractor is all that…and more!
Listen to this PODCAST
with Dr. Nate McKee on The Back
Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson as he meets patient expectations
by clearly defining the issue – spinal stenosis
and balance – and its treatment plan via the Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management which includes
patient education, spinal manipulation, nutrition, and exercise.
McHenry CHIROPRACTIC TIP OF THE MONTH: Core Stabilization Exercise
Exercise isn’t just for the athlete! Back pain sufferers
gain 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 suffer with low back pain often experience poor postural control which leads to
poor balance and a higher risk of falls. Core stability training
in older women improved 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 not so young, exercise works! OrthoIllinois Chiropractic is here
to talk with you about what would work for you.
CONTACT OrthoIllinois Chiropractic
Thank you for entrusting us with your spinal
health. We are right by your side, listening, coaching, and cheering you on! Make your next McHenry
chiropractic appointment today.