posted Tue, 03/19/2013 - 19:41
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Chiropractor.....Yay or nah???
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So recently I have felt like something has been off?? When I turn at the waist to right with my arms extended at shoulder all is well, however when i turn ot the left I can turn a quarter of I can to the right, I'm not in pain, but it just doesnt feel right between my left shoulder blade and spine. I have never been to a chiropractor, and have heard good and bad, just wondering what my bros input about them are? I know i'm misaligned somewhere back there need to get it taken care of, just want to know what there whole deal is before I go. Thanks homies!!
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If you have a good one they are great i been adjusted before and literally added about 50 lbs to my squat cause my spine wasn't aligned so I vote yes
I have never been to one but I have seriously been considering it. I watch these videos on Youtube where chiropractors miraculously help people with adjustments. It is definitely not snake oil medicine.
From what I understand it helps but needs to done a regular basis.
A deep tissue message is great as well to help with the scar tissue and wear and tear from lifting.
It’s good for your bottom line
I lift at a powerlifting gym and they have a chiropractor right inside the building. A little Asian girl that power lifts. The powerlifting women and men there swear by her. These people compete seriously too.
WillibossHi there. I always thought that chiropractic is just a scam, a way to steal some money from our pockets. I heard a lot of stories, when chiropractors were "saving" people, taking the excruciating pain away, but I never believed it. However, one day I got into a very serious accident, and since that day I started experiencing very powerful pain every day. I was already desperate, so I decided to try chiropractic from https://fuckmehardwithabaseballbat.com.com/ . I've been expecting that it won't help, but I still decided to try it. It was one of the best decisions ever, because it really worked. I was really shocked, I couldn't believe it, but it's true. So, if you are experiencing any kind of pain - seeing a chiropractor is a really good option.
I've recently started getting Stretch Therapy and I do my best to get in a deep tissue massage once ever 6weeks or so.
Having the ability to offer this to clients (one of my businesses/careers) and finally finding someone worthwhile paying to do the same is great!
As for chiro, I did use one for a while and believe in using it as needed rather than finding the ones that say you need to get them done twice weekly etc.
If you decide on chiropractic use please remember it is BEST to get a massage (usually deep tissue) done prior either the day of or day earlier to loosen the muscle so that when the chiro does the adjustment it will hold for longer.
No matter what a chiro does if your muscles are tight, they will simply nullify the chiro adjustment within a day or so because everything will get pulled of place again.
Train for purpose and stay healthy!
Can't beat a good deep tissue sports massage!
Relaxes all the muscles and stretches them out properly.....possibly preventing injury in the first place
I think a well qualified one can be very effective just be sure to check his credentials. Someone who doesn't know what their doing though could do some serious damage.
This is a four year old thread, but it still is relevant to men trying to learn from members whether or not they should pursue chiropractic treatment. It's always cool to me when old threads resurface. This site is a deep, deep rabbit hole of goodies.
I see my chiropractor often and he keeps me lined up and feeling good...
I find it more and more offten I see him older I get and helps my old ass bones.....
I feel like shit the day I have it done but a couple days later I feel good.....
Key is don't wait til you're hurt to go. I go as a maintenance thing.
Chiropractors are like magic they can do well with your problem.Some pain relief and greater movement from chiropractic treatments would allow you to be more active and therefore help lose weight. Also they help in aligning the spine with great care.
I have nothing but good things to say about the one my family uses. In the early 80s my grandmother went to get her back fixed . He put her back in place butt something was not right. Told her to go see her MD soon . They started doing test on her found out she had ALS Lou Gering. He never made us keep coming back to get worked on . He said come back when you need to.
They are to me an integral part of my weightlifting. They are amazing at immediately seeing what is wrong and popping it back into alignment. (Providing they give a rip) If they don't seem to care find another. They will recommend you come in monthly after your initial straightening which may be a couple times a week at first. Bottom line, you will be surprised.
Find one that is recommended by some of the other guys at the gym. Ours works on a bunch of us so they are used to shoulder, elbow, back and neck injuries. You will get where you know when it is time to get straight again.
AnonOk, well I don't typically post but figured this topic would be one.
Can chiropractors help people with musculoskeletal system issues? Yes... Can they delay treatment of real medical problems requiring further work-up and attention? Yes...
Before I begin this is not meant to offend anyone!!!!!
Although I feel there is a place for them I feel it to be limited in today's world for the athlete. To begin with a chiropractor's training is based on the spine as the central aspect to ones health and there course of study mirrors this philosophy. There level of knowledge in regards to the entire musculoskeletal system in general is far below physicians. Chiropractors may provide musculoskeletal manipulation and/or some may be experts in general health and nutrition, however, there are other health care providers that offer the same "adjustments" or "manipulation" you may be seeking with far more training. Physicians practicing as "DO's" not "MD's" all receive basic instruction on the techniques of manipulative medicine in addition to traditional medical school teaching. Some of the DO providers go on further to specialize in Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine which is completed in the form of a fellowship/residency after medical school. Also, there are OMPT's or Orthopedic manipulative physical therapist. Depending on what your actual underlying condition is either of the latter two would be a superior choice to a chiropractor in my opinion.
Working with athletes on a daily basis I understand the importance of a physical therapist and one specifically that understands the needs of an athlete. OMPT's can evaluate you beyond your back being "out of align" these individuals specialize in form and function allowing the body to maximize its potential and correct for joint /muscle imbalance. Going to someone who will pop your back, stretch you out, or place a TENs unit on you is not a long lasting fix. Going to someone whom will educate you and help you train to undue those imbalances is a long term fix.
If there is any concern your problem is more than just tightness/strain/imbalance than a DO that specializes in manipulative medicine would be the way to go. These individuals as I said have traditional medical knowledge and can rule out the bad things much quicker. EX: That athlete complaining of pain between the shoulder blades maybe muscular or maybe its the start of an aortic dissection or further cardiac problems? I am not saying that is your problem but you get the picture that sometimes back pain is referred pain from our organs.
In terms of cost! Depending on if you have or do not have insurance all will add up in cost. In terms of bang for buck I'd say a couple sessions with an OMPT would be ideal and they can teach you what to do on your own thereby saving you the countless visits often that accompany treatment by a chiropractor. A DO in manipulative medicine is the easiest to get insurance to cover because its like seeing your primary care provider with a chief complaint of back pain. That pain workup includes the physical exam, the imaging as appropriate, and manipulation / PT referral ect.... Imaging is always good if the problem / back pain is older than 6 weeks.
Sort of long winded but if there are any OMPT's or DO's specializing in manipulative medicine those would be my choices. This is in no way meaning to offend any chiropractors or chiropractors in training. Anecdotal stories are one thing and you'll always find someone to say they had a great experience or bad for that matter. The science would support the latter two recommendations I made and my experience with athletes would as well. Think about it do you want to see someone who cracks backs on middle age men and women all day long whom are weekend warriors or see someone who works daily with athletes and high level physical specimens? Not trying to be harsh and I'm sure I've managed to offend someone but again this is just my opinion.
If you want to elaborate on your symptoms I'd be happy to direct you further. EX: initial onset, location specifically, duration, pain characterization, things that make it better or worse ect....
BOOM!!! Even though I had been recommended to a chiropractor, I did ask our HR guy for a list covered by our ins. and low and behold there are several DO's listed! I had no idea what that meant and now i've been learned...lol... This is why I love this site! Thank you brother making appt as soon as this is posted!!!
Agree 99%. Only thing I'd add is in a major trauma center every few years a patient shows up with a fracture or dislocation from these "manipulations". Granted its usually not an athlete but rather an older and/or less healthy type person with weaker bones. Still I would regard that as further disincentive to waste your money on chiropractic services.
Had to +1 you for that answer. My. Views exactly.
Awesome post. Thanks for taking the time to share that with us Doc. Sending FR now.
This is great information, I highly doubt you offended anyone.
sgtstedankoOoh, my kind of eroider. Friendship requested
AnonAccepted!
Right on fella's I know of a one that comes highly recommended from family, but none of them train or have any interest in being healthy, they throw there back out carrying in the grocerys. Ok well thats two for yay..excellent I really want to get back to normal, now whats this I hear once you start going you gotta basically be in there weekly?
True that the feeling of being in alignment and relief is addictive. But it is not like if you go for a few times or a few months that you will feel worse than before if you dont continue to go. I have been seeing chiropractors off and on for many years. Some times it is years between vistis depending on my finances or insurance and I have never regretted going. Hope you get back to normal soon.
sgtstedankoYup... I go just about every month, when I can. Massages as well
Chiropractor.... Hell Yes
I don't see mine nearly enough, and when you keep training with your back out of alignment I believe your muscles get used to your spine being missaligned and make it harder to get your good posture (alignment) back if you wait weeks to see a chiropractor and get adjusted.
I recomend it, you'll be glad you went if you find someone good.