WHAT DO YOU EXPECT? It matters!
Chiropractic patients have pretty clear
expectations of their chiropractic spinal care provider – a thorough exam,
a distinct diagnosis of the source of pain, specific
information and guidance on how to deal with it,
and pain relief – one who listens well, confirms
the reality of their pain, and includes them in
the treatment plan. (1) Sound familiar? We believe
it does! Our Pensacola chiropractic patients want
the same from our care at Pensacola Spinal Rehab Center! Athletes and
“geri-active” patients mix it up a bit. ATHLETES: Athletes presumed
musculoskeletal assessment and treatment at and beyond the site of injury, improvement
of symptoms, effective communication,
and expertise from their chiropractor as well as
reassurance, advantageous impact on their athletic performance,
and injury prevention advice. (2) "GERI-ACTIVEs": Older back pain sufferers want much the same, too: know
the healthcare system to guide them through it as necessary (important!), communicate clearly, foster an
interpersonal relationship, have a passion for patient care (as well as
comforting patience with the patient!), and possess clinical and
diagnostic skill. They also expressed the value
of interdisciplinary collaboration and their preference for
hands-on treatment of musculoskeletal conditions. (3) Pensacola chiropractic
patients desire their chiropractors to be healthcare team players, clear communicators of realistic expectations, skilled hands-on musculoskeletal treatment providers, and great
listeners! Your Pensacola 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 explaining the issue – 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.
Pensacola CHIROPRACTIC TIP OF THE MONTH: Core Stabilization Exercise
Exercise is not just for the athlete! Back pain sufferers
gain from core stabilization to reduce 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 experience with low back pain often deal
with poor postural control which contributes to
poor balance and a higher risk of falls. Core stability training
in older women improved 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 not,
young or not so young, exercise works! Pensacola Spinal Rehab Center is ready
to talk with you about what would work for you.
CONTACT Pensacola Spinal Rehab Center
Thank you for entrusting us with your spinal
health. We are right by your side, listening, coaching, and cheering you on! Make your next Pensacola
chiropractic appointment today.