March 29, 2010

Alternative | How To Choose A Good Chiropractor

While driving around the streets of Southern California, it is very apparent that there are a ton of chiropractors out there. Their offices come in all shapes and sizes, ranging from strip malls to medical offices. Once through the front door, chiropractor philosophies and styles have an even wider range. The question thus presents; how does one choose a chiropractor?

First things, first. You must do your research. A good starting place is the internet. It is very easy to Google someones name or practice name. You can then find out, first and foremost, if they are licensed by the state. Practicing without a license is against the law and could result in jail time.

Secondly, find out if they are recommended. A good practice should have a decent internet presence and thus someone should have reviewed the doctor. Depending on your condition, you may want to research where the doctor received his training. There are numerous chiropractic colleges in the United States, and all of them have differing philosophies. Again, Google the school and see how scientifically oriented that school is. It is my opinion, older chiropractic schools following older philosophies, are not up to par. These doctors practice in a less research based practice.

Next, ask the doctor some questions. Automatic x-rays, especially full spine x-rays, are a no no. Any doctor who is automatically going to expose you to harmful radiation that is unnecessary is untrustworthy. For most conditions, x-rays are unwarranted and would only be used as a scare tactic. Also, avoid any doctor who pushes a plan that says you will be cured after a certain number of treatments. The human body is unique and people heal at different rates. A chiropractor is not a fortune teller and cannot predict how many visits will make you better. I hope this is a good starting point.

Dr. Daniel Turner D.C.
Daniel Turner Chiropractic
http://www.dtchiropractic.com