Healthy News from Your West Des Moines Chiropractor February 2018
West Des Moines back pain patients are central to our West Des Moines chiropractic practice. Our West Des Moines chiropractic patients’ thoughts and expectations are influential in the treatment you receive and the clinical result from that West Des Moines chiropractic care you achieve. Research documents that users of mind/body practices (like acupuncture, chiropractic, meditation, massage, yoga in this paper) deem that these practices treat, prevent and are more effective than other choices like prescriptions. (1) It is helpful for all caregivers to know what their patients are thinking, believe and want. Be sure to communicate that to us! What does a West Des Moines low back pain patient expect from a healthcare provider? 90% expected an exam, tests, diagnosis, reassurance, advice, clear explanation for their pain, symptom management, and the benefits/risks of treatment. About 50% hoped to be sent to a specialist. About 60% wanted to share life issues. (2) Does that sound like what you are looking for? Executive Chiropractic of Iowa is open to listening, talking, examining, diagnosing and treating you for West Des Moines back pain relief.
Listen to this PODCAST from the Back Doctors' Podcast series of a patient who expected relief without a back surgery and got it with Cox® Technic.
TIP OF THE MONTH: Chondroitin Sulfate
Chondroitin sulfate’s reputation for assisting in the prevention and even potential regeneration of disc cartilage expands. Its anti-inflammatory reputation and effect on osteoarthritis do, too. (Executive Chiropractic of Iowa appreciates seeing the literature reveal this as Executive Chiropractic of Iowa has recommended chondroitin sulfate to our West Des Moines chiropractic patients for years!) It is being offered as a slow-acting agent in the care of low back pain associated with osteoarthritis. (3) It inhibits the actions of inflammatory agents connected to conditions like osteoporosis and heart disease. (4, 5) Chondroitin sulfate usage in the management of low back pain expands. Let us chat about its role in your own West Des Moines chiropractic treatment plan for West Des Moines back pain relief.
Watch this VIDEO that additionally discusses the benefit of chondroitin sulfate in West Des Moines back pain care.
Schedule your next West Des Moines chiropractic appointment today. Executive Chiropractic of Iowa anticipates discussing your expectations and how chondroitin sulfate may help us meet those expectations.
Thank you for letting us care for you, your family, and friends!