How does a typical chiropractic therapy session proceed?
May 2, 2022 | 45,00 EUR | answered by Jonas Czakaj
Dear Doctor,
my name is Renata Schmid and I have been suffering from severe lower back pain for some time now. The pain occurs mainly when bending, lifting, or twisting, and significantly affects my daily activities. I have tried various therapies, but so far, no lasting improvement has been achieved.
I am therefore very interested in chiropractic therapy and would like to learn more about how a typical chiropractic session works. What examinations are carried out in advance to identify the causes of my symptoms? What treatment methods are applied during the session, and how long does a session usually last? Are there any potential risks or side effects that I should be aware of?
Furthermore, I am concerned about whether chiropractic therapy can be effective for my specific symptoms and if there are alternative treatment options that may be more suitable in my case. I would like to hear your expert opinion on this matter and find out if chiropractic therapy should be considered for me.
Thank you in advance for your support and your responses to my questions.
Best regards,
Renata Schmid
Dear Mrs. Schmid,
Thank you for your inquiry regarding chiropractic therapy for the treatment of your severe back pain in the lumbar spine area. I am sorry to hear that you have already tried various therapies without achieving lasting relief. I am happy to provide you with a comprehensive overview of a typical chiropractic therapy session and answer your questions as thoroughly as possible.
Chiropractic therapy is a manual treatment method that is primarily used for musculoskeletal complaints. Before a chiropractic therapy session is conducted, a thorough medical history and physical examination are usually performed to identify the causes of your complaints. The chiropractor will inquire about past illnesses, accidents, surgeries, and current complaints to get a comprehensive picture of your health situation.
During a chiropractic therapy session, various manual techniques are used to release joint blockages and improve the mobility of the spine. These include gentle mobilizations, targeted spinal manipulations, and muscle stretches. The duration of a chiropractic therapy session may vary depending on the extent of the treatment, but a session typically lasts between 20 and 30 minutes.
Regarding possible risks or side effects, it is important to mention that chiropractic therapy is generally considered a safe treatment method. However, in rare cases, mild complaints such as muscle soreness, fatigue, or temporary worsening of symptoms may occur. It is therefore important to inform yourself about possible risks beforehand and to clarify any questions with your chiropractor.
In terms of the effectiveness of chiropractic therapy for your specific complaints, I cannot provide a blanket answer as this varies from case to case. However, it is possible that chiropractic therapy may achieve positive results for back pain in the lumbar spine area, especially if joint blockages are released and spinal mobility is improved.
However, it is also important to mention that there are alternative treatment options that may be more suitable in your case. These include physiotherapeutic measures, osteopathy, acupuncture, or even medication therapies. It is advisable to consult with your treating physician or chiropractor about the different treatment options and to plan an individually tailored therapy together.
I hope that this information has been helpful to you and I am available for any further questions. I wish you all the best and hope that you will soon find a suitable treatment for your complaints.
Best regards,
Jonas Czakaj
