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Side Effects of Chiropractic Care

Dr. Greg Molis

Serious side effects from spinal manipulation are rare. Strokes have been reported following manipulation of the neck, as a result of damage to one of the arteries supplying blood to the brain. However, the incidence of strokes from manipulation of the neck region is estimated to be 1 in a million procedures, according to the Agency for Health Care Policy and Research. Likewise, the Agency states that the risk of a serious side effect from manipulation of the lower back are almost non existent.

Minor side effects of spinal manipulation such as soreness,headaches,fatigue in a low percentage of patients, are usually temporary. There may be soreness in the area that received the adjustment for a short time following the treatment. Through continued treatment these usually go away.

Chiropractic treatments are not recommended for disorders like osteoporosis, bone or joint infections, bone cancer, acute rheumatoid arthritis, and diseases of the spinal cord or bone marrow. It should also be avoided in an area that has been operated on recently, such as a spinal fusion, and near acute fractures and dislocations. Chiropractors do not treat fractures or severe sprains of ligaments or tendons.

In most cases of chiropractic treatments, relief comes quickly. If pain persists, patients should allow some time for improvement to appear; 2 weeks is generally sufficient in cases of acute low-back pain. If there's still no change, or if the condition becomes worse, they should discuss alternative therapy with your chiropractor. Many chiropractors refer patients to specialists for further evaluation when a condition persists.

If a chiropractor discovers any dangerous problems that need immediate medical attention, he is likely to refer you to a medical specialist without delay. Tumors, fractures, or other suspicious findings viewed on an x-ray are also common reasons for immediate referral. The second most common reason to be in the hospital is complication from medication and surgery.

Because chiropractors don't use drugs and surgery these common problems are avoided. Chiropractic is one of the few health care choices with a very low rate of side effects and complications.

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