WHAT DO YOU EXPECT? It matters!
Chiropractic patients have pretty clear
expectations of their chiropractic spinal care provider – a thorough examination,
a clear diagnosis of the cause of pain, precise
information and instructions on how to deal with it,
and pain relief – one who listens well, verifies
the realness of their pain, and involves them in
the treatment plan. (1) Sound familiar? We expect
it does! Our Oxford chiropractic patients hope for
the same from our care at Satterwhite Chiropractic! Athletes and
“geri-active” patients mix it up a little. ATHLETES: Athletes presumed
musculoskeletal assessment and treatment at and beyond the site of injury, improvement
of symptoms, good communication,
and expertise from their chiropractor in addition to
reassurance, advantageous impact on their athletic performance,
and injury prevention advice. (2) "GERI-ACTIVEs": Older back pain sufferers want a
lot of the same, too: guidance through the healthcare system as necessary (important!), convey
important information clearly, foster an
interpersonal relationship, have a passion for patient care (as well as
comforting patience with the patient!), and have clinical and
diagnostic skill. They also expressed the importance
of interdisciplinary collaboration and their preference for
hands-on treatment of musculoskeletal conditions. (3) Oxford chiropractic
patients desire their chiropractors to be healthcare team partners, clear communicators of realistic expectations, amazing hands-on musculoskeletal treatment providers, and great
listeners! Your Oxford chiropractor is all that…and more!
Listen to this PODCAST
with Dr. Nate McKee on The Back
Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson as he meets patient expectations
by clearly defining the problem – spinal stenosis
and balance – and its treatment plan via the Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management which includes
patient education, spinal manipulation, nutrition, and exercise.
Oxford CHIROPRACTIC TIP OF THE MONTH: Core Stabilization Exercise
Exercise isn’t just for the athlete! Back pain sufferers
benefit from core stabilization to decrease chronic low
back pain. A study of fighter pilots showed
significantly less chronic low back pain and less incidence of
neck pain after core stabilization exercise. (4) Older folks
benefit, too, as those who suffer with low back pain often have poor postural control which leads to
poor balance and a greater risk of falls. Core stability training
in older women boosted many outcome scores for them: VAS visual
analog scale of pain level, Oswestry disability, timed-up-and-go test,
10-minute walking, and four-square step test. (5) Athlete or non-athlete,
young or old, exercise works! Satterwhite Chiropractic is ready
to talk with you about what would work for you.
CONTACT Satterwhite Chiropractic
Thank you for entrusting us with your spinal
health. We are right by your side, listening, coaching, and cheering you on! Schedule your next Oxford
chiropractic appointment today.