A chiropractor or chiropractic physician is a medical professional who is trained to diagnose and treat disorders of the musculoskeletal and nervous systems. Chiropractors treat patients of all ages—infants, children, and adults. They believe in a conservative (non-surgical) hands-on approach to treating these disorders. Chiropractors don’t hold medical degrees, so they aren’t medical doctors. They do have extensive training in chiropractic care and are licensed practitioners. Chiropractic care is used as an alternative to, or to complement, conventional medicine.

What Does a Chiropractor Do?

A chiropractor is an expert in the care of your bones, muscles, and nerves that constitute about 60% of the body. The theory behind chiropractic care is that proper alignment of the body's musculoskeletal structure, particularly the spine, will enable the body to heal itself without surgery or medication. Manipulation is used to restore mobility to joints restricted by tissue injury caused by a traumatic event, such as falling, or repetitive stress, such as sitting without proper back support. Chiropractic treatment is primarily used as a pain relief alternative for muscles, joints, bones, and connective tissue, such as cartilage, ligaments, and tendons.

What Can a Chiropractor Help With?

A doctor of chiropractic can help you with more than back pain. In addition to spinal manipulation and chiropractic care as treatment for acute low back pain, research has also shown chiropractic care to be helpful in treating neck pain, headaches, pinched nerve, osteoarthritis, and even fibromyalgia may respond to the moderate pressure used both chiropractors.

What Ailments Can Chiropractors Treat?

Chiropractic care is not limited to neuromuscular and musculoskeletal problems. Apart from helping you with back pain, neck pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, or a pinched nerve, a chiropractor is also capable of treating whiplash, spinal osteoarthritis, short leg, piriformis syndrome, Myofascial pain, degenerative disc disease, and coccydynia and cervicogenic headaches. This is why chiropractic care is usually recommended to those who are experiencing pain following an automobile accident.

If you’ve been in an automobile accident, or are just interested in how a chiropractor can help you, consider Accident Care Chiropractic. We are the Pacific Northwest’s most trusted name for auto-injury recovery, and have been voted as a top trusted clinic 10 years in a row! Check out our locations and contact us today.

Nobody can deny the changes the world is facing when it comes to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. If it seems like the world has tipped on its axle you are not alone, everything from the way we learn, work, dine, socialize, and spend our time has changed and it seems like the changes are not going to end anytime soon. The pandemic is a fluid situation that seems to change daily and it can be confusing. You can rest assured that when it comes to the safety and wellbeing of our patients at Accident Care Chiropractic & Massage, we always take it seriously. We are constantly monitoring the situation as it changes and adapting how we treat our patients accordingly. One thing that will never change is the exemplary care and compassion our teams have for the patients we treat. The road to your recovery is always our goal and you can trust our office is practicing in the safest way possible to keep you healthy.

Here are some suggested measures our office is taking in accordance with The International Chiropractors Association (ICA)

• Respect and follow local and state directives on office closures and seeing patients.
• Disinfect all commonly used surfaces regularly, including knobs and handles.
• Wash hands thoroughly, frequently, and between patients.
• Use antiseptic products to clean treatment surfaces between each patient.
• Stay in touch with patients, ensure they are not showing symptoms prior to arrival.
• Have patients maintain safe social distance (6ft.).
• Maintain a safe office environment.
• Be safe, be vigilant.
• Go the extra mile.

Chiropractic Services represent an essential and necessary component of the health care program for millions of patients of all ages and all walks of life in the United States and worldwide. Timely and consistent access to chiropractic care is essential to the maintenance of the health and well-being of this patient population, particularly during times of stress. While the pandemic is on everyone’s mind, chiropractic care is still an essential part of your treatment after an accident. Here are some guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control to keep in mind before coming in for your treatment. 

• If you think you have COVID-19, notify the doctor or healthcare provider before your visit and follow their instructions.
• Cover your mouth and nose with a mask when you have to go out in public.
• Do not touch your eyes, nose, or mouth.
• Stay at least 6 feet away from others while inside and in lines.
• When paying, use touchless payment methods if possible. If you cannot use touchless payment, sanitize your hands after paying with card, cash, or check. W
• ash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds when you get home.

We know times are challenging, but it’s best to stay up-to-date on the new regulations and monitor the situation frequently. At Accident Care Chiropractic & Massage, you can have peace of mind that we are adapting and monitoring the situation daily to maintain your health and wellbeing and will always keep you apprised of any new changes along the way. The last thing you probably think about when you get behind the wheel of your car is getting into an accident but protecting yourself and your family with the right type of insurance can make a huge difference when it comes to a successful recovery. Luckily, auto insurance covers 100% of our costs at Accident Care Chiropractic & Massage.