Estimates suggest that chiropractors treat 35 million patients every year.
Before you start seeing a chiropractic practitioner it may be tempting to want to get an exact idea of how often you need to be seeing your chiropractor.
That said, the answer you will always receive to the questions about how often you should visit will be ‘It depends.’.
The facts are this is true. It does depend very much on you as a person. Your physical needs and states all need to be taken into account and assessed by a professional.
This guide will give you some points to consider when asking how often you should visit a chiropractor.
Preventative Care
Seeing a chiropractor need not just be about treatment for an injury that you have already experienced. It is wise to also consider getting a chiropractic adjustment for preventative reasons.
Years of bad sitting habits, poor sleeping positions or, ‘strap hanging’ from handrails on buses and trains can wreak damage on the body. Often these manifest in general tweaks and pains in the back and shoulders.
If left untreated they can slowly develop into more serious conditions that will need long-term treatment. However, if you plan to get yourself some chiropractic care once or twice a year you can help keep bigger issues at bay.
Speak with a chiropractor about what preventative measures you can take in your life and in your treatment plan to help avoid long term pain.
Different Treatment Plans
Studies have shown that for lower back pain 6-12 sessions over a month-long period is usually enough to help the patient make a full recovery.
If your condition is a standard lower back complaint then you can usually count on needing to see your chiropractor for 2-4 weeks.
However, these can only ever be guidelines. Everyone’s body is different and so will be their treatment plan. Your chiropractor will be able to give you the exact timeframe and treatment advice for your specific condition.
After Session Care
If you are undertaking a long-term treatment plan with lots of large and sometimes painful adjustments you need to consider how long you need for recovery between sessions. Obviously, the best person to advise you on this is your chiropractor themselves.
Some adjustments can leave the body feeling very tender or even in some extreme cases, with mild bruising. You will need to follow the advice of your chiropractor for aftercare. This may include hot and cold treatments, remaining mobile, and drinking lots of fluids.
Do not be tempted to rush your treatment plan. Having more sessions more often is not always the best way to treat your injury. Give your body time to adjust and heal naturally.
Visit a Chiropractor for Personal Advice
Chiropractic care can be a great way to keep your body aligned and healthy. Visit a chiropractor to get the best advice on your personal needs and treatment plan. Whether you need to visit once a month or once a year, there will be a chiropractic care plan for you.
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