Chiropractic Care in New Westminster
Chiropractic at Pacific Health and Sports Therapy
If you are experiencing neck, back, muscle, or joint pain, seeing a chiropractor can be a great way to improve your overall health and well-being. At Pacific Health and Sports Therapy, our team is comprised of experienced health professionals with a passion for helping patients achieve optimal health, body function, and treatments to enhance one’s lifestyle.
We provide comprehensive chiropractic care and physiotherapy in New Westminster. Our mission is to provide the highest quality medical treatment, using the latest tools and techniques. We believe education and support are essential to the healing process. Along with treatment, we give you valuable advice on what you can do to help yourself on your journey to recovery.
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What is Chiropractic Care?
Chiropractic is a natural care method that involves gentle readjustments throughout the body to treat those who are suffering from pain or movement issues. Chiropractic care can also help speed up our body’s recovery process by breaking up scar tissue, improving blood flow to the affected area, and decreasing inflammation. Chiropractors need to go through years of school, training, and certifications to be able to perform treatment. Through this extensive training, they are able to determine areas in your musculoskeletal system that are misaligned. Chiropractic is a great option for someone seeking a non-invasive, drug-free approach to injuries or pain.
Should You See a Chiropractor?
When many people think of a chiropractor, they tend to think that they only address the back and neck. However, chiropractic care can address multiple areas of the body and can help with a broad spectrum of health conditions. Seeing a chiropractor can help with a wide variety of muscle, joint, back, and neck issues. Our team can perform chiropractic adjustments to work to heal pain, injuries, and conditions such as;
- Sports injuries
- Pinched Nerves
- Arthritis
- Neck Pain
- Migraines or frequent Headaches
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Sciatica
- Scoliosis
- Injuries from accidents (car accidents, falling, etc.)
- General back and joint paint
This is just a short list of areas and conditions that chiropractic treatment can help with. Contact our office today and we would be happy to discuss if chiropractic is right for you.
What to Expect During a Chiropractic Treatment
During your first chiropractic appointment, your knowledgeable chiropractor will answer any questions or concerns you might have. Our knowledgeable team is there to ensure you feel comfortable with the treatment. If it is your first time seeing a chiropractor, we understand that it can seem a bit scary, but we will help to ease your worries.
We will make sure that we understand the history of your health and any prior accidents or injuries. We will also assess the current state of the problem you are seeking treatment for, discuss and develop a treatment plan with you, and discuss any health goals you might have and how we can achieve them.
Massage Therapy vs Chiropractic: Which is the Better Option for You?
Massage Therapy and Chiropractic treatments can both help ease muscle tension, improve range of motion, and help aid you in the recovery process if you become injured. However, one may provide better results than the other when it comes to resolving these issues.
Receiving chiropractic care will be the most beneficial for issues that affect your spine, joints, and your overall musculoskeletal system which includes ligaments, muscles, bones, etc. If you are experiencing a limited range of motion it is likely due to an issue with your bones and joints. Having a chiropractic adjustment would be the most beneficial treatment for those issues.
Massage therapy would be a better option if you are having muscle pain or aches in your body. Massage therapy works by manipulating the body’s soft tissue. This soft tissue work will help your muscle relax and help relieve the pain you’re feeling. Massage therapists can perform multiple types of treatments such as deep tissue which is best for treating pain, or you can opt for a more gentle style to promote overall muscle relaxation.