What is Chiropractic?
When is Chiropractic Right for You?
Well for starters I will talk about why chiropractic care is right for you when you are in pain. Wellness care is another topic, and covered in other blogs, and I'm sure again in the future. But for now, let's talk about your pain and when it is the right time to...
I Don’t Believe in Chiropractic
I'm sure you have heard somebody say this, or maybe you have expressed this sentiment. I think a better way to express this concern is "I don't understand chiropractic." Chiropractic is form of medical care that originated in the 1890's. For fun I attached a link...
Chiropractic is like Toilet Paper
Chiropractic care is underutilized, not only in Kalamazoo and Portage areas, but in the entire United States. Studies have shown about 15-20% of the population see a chiropractor, but 75% of people will have back pain at some point in their life. With a relevant...
Chiropractic Patient Testimonial
One of the most satisfying aspects of being a chiropractor is seeing patient start to feel better, and then the graciousness they share after their pain is gone. And often the amazement that their pain is finally gone and there is hope again in their life....
Your First Chiropractic Visit
Have you never been to a chiropractor? Nervous about what to expect? Worried about all that cracking and crunching that people tell you about? Well let me help you put your worries to rest. Your first visit we will talk about what issues you are having, such as...
Chiropractic should be your first treatment
Seeing a chiropractor and being adjusted within the first ten days of when a back pain incident starts greatly reduces the cost of your care, likelihood of having surgery, reduces the amount of pain medications needed and decreases the amount of imaging. Referenced...
Is Chiropractic Right for You?
How do you know if going to see a chiropractor will help your back or neck pain? On your first visit your Doctor of Chiropractic will take a detailed history and perform an examination. They may request x-ray imaging of your spine in a standing position to see how...
Chiropractic-It Just Works
Last week I was adjusting a patient and he was telling me how much better he felt now that he gets adjusted on a regular basis. He comes every two weeks for a "tune up." It was fun to hear him explain how he has less pain and is able to do more activities like...
Misconceptions about Chiropractors
There are a lot of people that still don't know what we do. Looking at the statistics, only about 14% of the population uses chiropractic care. But 75-80% of the population has back pain at some point in their life. At least twice a month I have somebody tell me...
There are lots of chiropractors-why is Dr. Myers different?
There are about 80 chiropractors in the Kalamazoo area. So how do you decide which one is right for you? Is there a difference between all of us? Let's start with technique. This is how we adjust your spine when you come in for treatment. There are manual...
Chiropractic Maintenance Therapy
It has long been a hot topic in the world of chiropractic. This thing we call maintenance care. It is often viewed as a way to "make" patients keep coming back. As chiropractic is becoming more mainstream we are starting to finally see some research being done to...
Trust the back pain experts-Chiropractors
I have literally spent everyday for the past 17 years focusing on back and neck pain and its related symptoms. Starting in chiropractic school with my studies and now in private practice for the past 13 years. Every year I take continuing education classes on low...
Chiropractic is like working out
I use this analogy a lot. If you go to the gym once you are still weak and out of shape. But if you go consistently over time you see a change in your body. You become more fit, stronger and healthier. Chiropractic care is exactly the same. You can't expect to...
Low Back Pain and Efficacy of Chiropractic Care
Every year I get usage results from insurance companies. The cost of patient care and how many people in our community are using chiropractic care versus other specialties. In 2014 14% of the Kalamazoo area saw chiropractors. This seems like an alarming number to...
What Does a Chiropractor Really Do to Make you Feel Better?
I am always amazed when I meet people that really don't know what I do when I tell them I'm a chiropractor. I of course get the "oh you're a bone cracker or hey can you fix this spot in my neck"… But really a lot of people realize if you hurt your back chiropractic...
Chiropractors Brush Your Spine
Of course this sounds ridiculous, but let me make a comparison here. It is really easy to tell when somebody hasn't been taking care of their teeth for 10 years. But how about their spine? Can you tell if there is some degeneration (cavities), some curvature...
Why do you have to keep going back to the chiropractor?
Well obviously it is so we can make more money…right? Well let's look into this a little further. Yes it is true we get paid every time you come in for a visit. However, ethically and legally we can not provide medical care when not needed. The real reason is...
Chiropractic Neck Manipulation
Often the "scariest" part for patients is having their neck manually adjusted. I will cover a few topics here to put your mind at ease. For starters you should NEVER have anybody except a licensed practicing chiropractor adjust your neck. The same goes for the rest...
Warm Fuzzy Feeling at the Chiropractor
I had a patient describe the atmosphere of my office and treatment, as a "warm fuzzy feeling." I was so glad to hear somebody say that about my office. I work hard to make sure everybody realizes I care about their health and medical conditions. I like to educate...
Negative View on Chiropractic
I hear about every week that somebody has a relative or friend that needs to come see me, but refuses because they would "never go see a chiropractor." After 13 years of practice this still amazes me that a portion of the general population have no idea what I do and...
Side Effects and Chiropractic Care
I am often amazed at the side effects of prescription medications. As I was watching tv last night I saw an ad for a flu medication that had the side effects of nausea and vomiting. That's the flu symptoms! That would be like me saying, now I'm going to adjust you,...