Chiropractic Myths

This is Part One of a two part article about some of the myths associated with chiropractic.

Myth #1:  Chiropractic is addictive.

Reality: Chiropractic isn’t addictive, however, it is possible to get used to feeling more balanced, less stressed, more energetic and pain free as a result of chiropractic care.  It’s similar to how some people get used to exercise and the feelings that come from a workout.

Myth #2:  Chiropractic is just for back pain.

Reality: Chiropractic has been used to help many symptoms ranging from sinus pain, migraines, rib pain, menstrual cramps and knee pain.  Chiropractic adjustments can also be used on an ongoing basis as prevention, similar to taking antioxidants to ward off disease.

Myth #3:  “I can crack my own neck/back.  I don’t need a chiropractor.”

Reality: The desire to pop your neck or back is caused by tension from a jammed or fixated vertebra, which causes another part of the spine to compensate by moving too much and popping a lot.  The jammed part should be adjusted by a chiropractor so that the rest of the spinal column will be balanced and stop being so moveable and noisy.  Cracking or popping your own spine may give your relief for a while but soon the urge to ‘pop’ reappears because the cause of the spinal tension hasn’t been corrected.