Chiropractic in Coeur d'Alene ID is...

A health-care profession that focuses on the spine and other joints of the body, and their connection to the nervous system. The word “chiropractic” means “to be done by hand.” Chiropractors in Coeur d'Alene ID use adjustments to restore joint function and support the nervous system. They help patients maintain optimal health while avoiding unnecessary drugs or surgery. An estimated 50 million Americans see a chiropractor each year.

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A Coeur d'Alene ID chiropractor is . . .

a doctor who specializes in spinal health and well-being. They focus on the prevention, diagnosis and conservative care of spine-related disorders and other painful joint issues. In addition to adjustments, chiropractors also provide soft-tissue therapies, lifestyle recommendations, fitness coaching and nutritional advice.

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A chiropractic adjustment is . . .

a very safe, specific, controlled force applied to a joint to restore proper function and mobility. Accidents, falls, stress or overexertion can negatively impact your spine or other joints. These changes impact tissues, the nervous system and other areas of the body. Left unresolved, this can make you more susceptible to chronic problems. Chiropractic adjustments reduce pain, increase movement and improve performance.

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What Are Common Conditions Helped By Chiropractic

Long & Short term spinal pain syndromes including the following:

• Neck pain / stiffness
• Pain between shoulder blades
• Lower back pain / stiffness
• Buttock pain
• Muscle / Ligament Sprain / Strain
• Numbness / Tingling
• Slipped or Herniated discs
• Shooting pain down legs
• Spondylolisthesis
• Scoliosis
• Acute Torticollis (Waking up with a stiff neck)
• Headaches including Migraine, Tension and Cervicogenic
• Pinched Nerve
• Sports Injuries
• Rotator Cuff injuries
• Elbow, Wrist & Hand sprains including Tennis and Golfers elbow
• Hip, Knee, Ankle & Foot sprains
• Shin Splints
• Achilles Tendonitis
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Frozen Shoulder Syndrome
• Arthritis

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Why Choose It?

Chiropractic is the method of natural healing most chosen by those seeking complementary/alternative health care for acute and chronic conditions.

While you may first visit a chiropractor to relieve pain in the lower back or to treat sciatica, neck pain, whiplash or headache, you will find that a chiropractor views you as a whole person and not the sum of your parts. A chiropractor will work in partnership with you to ensure your optimal health and wellness.

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TRIGGERS YOUR BODY’S ABILITY TO HEAL

Chiropractors recognize that many factors affect your health, including exercise, nutrition, sleep, environment and heredity. Chiropractic focuses on maintaining your health naturally to help your body resist disease, rather than simply treating the symptoms of disease.

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STARTS WITH A THOROUGH EVALUATION

Many new patients are not sure what to expect during their first appointment with a doctor of chiropractic (DC). At Natural Spine Solutions in Coeur d'Alene ID we take your health seriously.  That’s why we perform an examination on every patient.  We are aware some other chiropractors do not perform exams, but we feel it is important to gather all the information we can.  We start by emailing your paperwork to you so that you may complete it on your own time in the comfort of your own space. We begin your evaluation by asking patients questions to gather information about their present condition and health history and then performing a physical examination to develop a working diagnosis.

The combination of the history, exam and diagnostic studies will enable your doctor of chiropractic to reach a diagnosis, which will in turn help him or her to determine whether chiropractic services are appropriate for your condition. If your doctor determines you would be more appropriately managed or co-managed by another health care professional, he or she will make the proper referral.

Through a process of shared decision-making, you and your doctor will determine if chiropractic services are right for you. As part of this process, the doctor will explain your condition, recommend a treatment plan and review the risks and benefits of all procedures.

Based on the extent, timing or severity of a patient’s condition, chiropractic interventions may require several visits. Patients may also receive advice on home care, lifestyle modifications, exercise instruction and nutrition.

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INVOLVES NO DRUGS OR SURGERY

A broad range of techniques are used to locate, analyze and gently correct vertebral misalignments (subluxations) in the spine. Chiropractors may use manual adjustment, electrical muscular stimulation, ultrasound or massage. But they never use pharmaceutical drugs or invasive surgery. Chiropractic is a natural method of healing that stimulates the body's communication system to work more effectively to initiate, control and coordinate the various functions of the cells, organs and systems of the body.

Many new patients are not sure what to expect during their first appointment with a doctor of chiropractic (DC). Chiropractors start by asking patients questions to gather information about their present condition and health history and then performing a physical examination to develop a working diagnosis

Based on the extent, timing or severity of a patient’s condition, chiropractic interventions may require several visits. Patients may also receive advice on home care, lifestyle modifications, exercise instruction and nutrition.