Guest guest Posted June 17, 2001 Report Share Posted June 17, 2001 Just wondering how you found a good chiro. I had a wonderful chiro in another city (pre-CFS) who cured severe knee probs a couple of years ago, but other chiros I've seen since haven't been that great. As with all alternative-ish, bodywork-type stuff, it's dependant on the practitioner. I have horrible headaches and neck pain that I think could probably be helped by some work on my neck, but getting a mediocre chiro, I imagine, could make them worse. Do you have any insights on finding a good one? Or has anyone heard of especially good chiros in the Chicago area? Also, what does B.E.S.T. stand for? Hadn't heard of it before. Thanks... Trudy Newman wrote: >when you go to your chiropractor is it for physical adjustments? >>I started chiropractic treatments last month, after hearing from a CFS/FM friend that B.E.S.T. (done only by some chiropractors) restored 80% of her energy. The chiro said he couldn't do BEST with me 'til everything was aligned, so he's doing standard adjustments twice a week. In the hours following the first adjustment, I observed my mind becoming more and more alert. I arrived at the second appointment totally exhausted, but felt much less tired before I even got off the table. I've since had a few days of more severe fatigue, but now I'm fully alert when I'm awake. (New - and nice.) It will probably be a two-steps-forward, one-step-back process, but I already have a net gain. (Very good, considering it's 125 miles round trip to see him.) I've also heard through the grapevine of a couple people who were cured of MCS (multiple chemical sensitivities) by chiropractic... I don't know why it works, but as long as it does I don't have to understand it. -Lynn>> _________________________________________________________________ Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 18, 2001 Report Share Posted June 18, 2001 , I know of an excellent chiropractor (he has helped me greatly) in the MPLS area. I don't know, that may be too far for you. Tania Re: chiropractic Just wondering how you found a good chiro. I had a wonderful chiro in another city (pre-CFS) who cured severe knee probs a couple of years ago, but other chiros I've seen since haven't been that great. As with all alternative-ish, bodywork-type stuff, it's dependant on the practitioner. I have horrible headaches and neck pain that I think could probably be helped by some work on my neck, but getting a mediocre chiro, I imagine, could make them worse. Do you have any insights on finding a good one? Or has anyone heard of especially good chiros in the Chicago area? Also, what does B.E.S.T. stand for? Hadn't heard of it before. Thanks... Trudy Newman wrote: >when you go to your chiropractor is it for physical adjustments? >>I started chiropractic treatments last month, after hearing from a CFS/FM friend that B.E.S.T. (done only by some chiropractors) restored 80% of her energy. The chiro said he couldn't do BEST with me 'til everything was aligned, so he's doing standard adjustments twice a week. In the hours following the first adjustment, I observed my mind becoming more and more alert. I arrived at the second appointment totally exhausted, but felt much less tired before I even got off the table. I've since had a few days of more severe fatigue, but now I'm fully alert when I'm awake. (New - and nice.) It will probably be a two-steps-forward, one-step-back process, but I already have a net gain. (Very good, considering it's 125 miles round trip to see him.) I've also heard through the grapevine of a couple people who were cured of MCS (multiple chemical sensitivities) by chiropractic... I don't know why it works, but as long as it does I don't have to understand it. -Lynn>> _________________________________________________________________ Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 18, 2001 Report Share Posted June 18, 2001 Tania, Who is the excellent Chiropractor? Would you mind giving me his name and phone? You are a great resource, L >, > I know of an excellent chiropractor (he has helped me greatly) in the >MPLS area. I don't know, that may be too far for you. > Tania > Re: chiropractic > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 18, 2001 Report Share Posted June 18, 2001 L, HIs name is Dr Irestone. Phone # 952 890 5888. I don't mean to sound sappy, but wow, has he ever tought me a lot. I believe he is one of the main reasons I'm feeling so much better than I used to. Re: chiropractic > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 20, 2001 Report Share Posted June 20, 2001 wrote: > Just wondering how you found a good chiro. Best is a personal recommendation, if possible. I'm seeing the one my friend went to, even though he's a few towns away. I found my acupuncturist when I called several for prices - I had a good gut feeling when I talked to this one's receptionist/wife. He's perfect for me. > Also, what does B.E.S.T. stand for? Hadn't heard of it before. Bio-Energetic Synchronization Technique He's done it once with me - seems very simple. Gentle adjustments while I think of specific emotions - he didn't want details. Didn't seem like much at the time, but the next couple days were SO MUCH BETTER. Sorry I took so long to respond. I don't read this list every day. Hope you're finding the help you seek. -Lynn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 22, 2002 Report Share Posted January 22, 2002 Asking is chiropractors are good is like asking if personal trainers are good! Some do work wonders, others are quacks! Where I am studying we have a school of chiropractics and my M.Sc. tutor is a professor in both the Kinesiology and chiropractic departments. He is himself a DC *BUT* also has a Ph.D. in biomechanics and has worked extensively with athletes of all kind in the past. In my opinion he is a very very good therapist. Not so much because he is a DC but because he combines knowledge from a lot of sources and has a scientific foundation of knowledge. He is also a good therapist because he base his diagnostics and treatments on biomechanics ... which is more solid than chiropractics IMHO. Because of my job as his assistant I get to work a lot with chiro students and professors. And I do seem to come in contact with various types of individuals. Some are genuinely interested in helping others and educate themselves, others are more interested in making money and are basically " fast-food DC " , some are dogmatic and close-minded while others want to learn. IMHO and from my experience, a DC is abilitated to treat *some* spinal problems. However I do not believe that chiro can solve all the problems in the world! My opinion is based on the program we have here, which might differ from US programs. Our program has a lot of common classes with the kinesiology department so the students receive a lot of knowledge of biomechanics (4 classes), physiology (2-3 classes I'm not sure) and in traumatology (4-5 classes). This give them a formation equivalent to most physical therapists plus the knowledge to work with the spine. One must be aware though that chiropractics is like ANY field. You will always have a few individuals who are genuinely helpful and competent while the majority is not that good. Christian Thibaudeau Quebec, Canada Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 31, 2002 Report Share Posted May 31, 2002 I've found the difference Chiropractic has made in my and my son's lives very dramatic. I resent having to go every week or so, but can't deny that we are healthier and happier (if not a little more poor) than before. We get sick less often and kick bugs with little effort when we do. I just wish it was covered by our government instead of allopathic medicine. I do find that if I go too long between appointments that I don't feel as well and get sick easier. I sometimes wonder if that's a good thing or a bad thing... is my body becoming dependent? I completely understand why people would choose to stay away from chiropractic for this very reason. Tonya _________________________________________________________________ Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com/intl.asp. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 24, 2004 Report Share Posted December 24, 2004 I'm not a chiropractor but I've seen 3 different ones over the year and the only time they recommended weekly or twice a week was after an injury. Usually once a month, or for me I know three weeks is my limit before I hurt, is good for maintenance. I'm sure it varies for individuals. Unless you are dealing with chronic pain or something, sounds more like HE'S trying to " maintain " his income! Jen L. chiropractic hi! i know there are several chiropractors on this list and would like their opinion as well as everybody else's who has had any experience with this: the chiropractor I go to seems to insist on weekly visits for the rest of my life (and says that basically almost everybody needs a weekly adjustment, while I have a problem with such dependancy... any comments? also, manual adjustments vs activators? i do feel that with manual adjustments I have more and more problems with my spine (even with suggested weekly visits for the previous couple of years... okay, maybe not weekly:-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 24, 2004 Report Share Posted December 24, 2004 , I don't know what you were originally going in for - so, I can't totally say....I can say, that I do love my chiropractor and wouldn't live without her! I first started seeing her for these massive headaches (my adrenals were stressed) after baby #3 was born. I saw her weekly for 6 weeks, then every 2 weeks for 1 month, then every 3 weeks...and now go once a month. Could I use more adjustments? Well, maybe - but, she told me that once the chronic problem is addressed that an adjustment every 4 weeks is just maintenance. As far as how I feel afterwards - she only does manual manipulations and I do feel sore in spots which goes away by morning. Does this help? > > hi! > i know there are several chiropractors on this list and would like > their opinion as well as everybody else's who has had any experience > with this: > the chiropractor I go to seems to insist on weekly visits for the > rest of my life (and says that basically almost everybody needs a > weekly adjustment, while I have a problem with such dependancy... any > comments? > also, manual adjustments vs activators? i do feel that with manual > adjustments I have more and more problems with my spine (even with > suggested weekly visits for the previous couple of years... okay, > maybe not weekly:-) > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 24, 2004 Report Share Posted December 24, 2004 I've never heard of weekly visits for the rest of your life. Sounds like he's got a new boat he wants to pay off! is our " resident list chiropractor " , but she's away for Christmas, I'm sure when she returns she'll be able to give you her professional opinion. I've been to chiropractors off and on for about 4 years. I think they always recommended every 1-3 months as maintenance. Initially I went about 2 times a week for the acute problem, then I was gradually weaned to once a week, once every 2 weeks, every 3, etc. I'll be interested to see what says... Kay ********************* I'm not a chiropractor but I've seen 3 different ones over the year and the only time they recommended weekly or twice a week was after an injury. Usually once a month, or for me I know three weeks is my limit before I hurt, is good for maintenance. I'm sure it varies for individuals. Unless you are dealing with chronic pain or something, sounds more like HE'S trying to " maintain " his income! Jen L. chiropractic i know there are several chiropractors on this list and would like their opinion as well as everybody else's who has had any experience with this: the chiropractor I go to seems to insist on weekly visits for the rest of my life (and says that basically almost everybody needs a weekly adjustment, while I have a problem with such dependancy... any comments? also, manual adjustments vs activators? i do feel that with manual adjustments I have more and more problems with my spine (even with suggested weekly visits for the previous couple of years... okay, maybe not weekly:-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 24, 2004 Report Share Posted December 24, 2004 YES, I've done it like this as well, after an injury once or twice a week, then every two weeks etc.... slowly adjusting the time between visits. When I was pregnant, I went at first once every 6 weeks or so, and then slowly, as I got heavier I went more often (much like you would visit your OBGYN - which I didn't) My daughter needed adjusting after birth, and we had her adjusted twice that week (she was 6 weeks old) and then 3 weeks later, and then a month later - and she was all fixed up. My son took a few extra visits (breech babies tend to have hip problems) Chelly Owner of: http://www.diapertesters.com Re: chiropractic , I don't know what you were originally going in for - so, I can't totally say....I can say, that I do love my chiropractor and wouldn't live without her! I first started seeing her for these massive headaches (my adrenals were stressed) after baby #3 was born. I saw her weekly for 6 weeks, then every 2 weeks for 1 month, then every 3 weeks...and now go once a month. Could I use more adjustments? Well, maybe - but, she told me that once the chronic problem is addressed that an adjustment every 4 weeks is just maintenance. As far as how I feel afterwards - she only does manual manipulations and I do feel sore in spots which goes away by morning. Does this help? > > hi! > i know there are several chiropractors on this list and would like > their opinion as well as everybody else's who has had any experience > with this: > the chiropractor I go to seems to insist on weekly visits for the > rest of my life (and says that basically almost everybody needs a > weekly adjustment, while I have a problem with such dependancy... any > comments? > also, manual adjustments vs activators? i do feel that with manual > adjustments I have more and more problems with my spine (even with > suggested weekly visits for the previous couple of years... okay, > maybe not weekly:-) > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 26, 2004 Report Share Posted December 26, 2004 thank you for your replies! so i am not crazy to question weekly visits! I have a chronic problem (scoliosis and yes, my back hurts a lot with me taking care of my baby), but my 4.5 month old son is also being adjusted once a week and the chiropractor is basically saying kids need it because they grow so fast and get subluxated all the time (my son does have colic,but adjustments didn't make any difference. homeopathic remedy prescibed by Sheri seems to be helping though) > > hi! > i know there are several chiropractors on this list and would like > their opinion as well as everybody else's who has had any experience > with this: > the chiropractor I go to seems to insist on weekly visits for the > rest of my life (and says that basically almost everybody needs a > weekly adjustment, while I have a problem with such dependancy... any > comments? > also, manual adjustments vs activators? i do feel that with manual > adjustments I have more and more problems with my spine (even with > suggested weekly visits for the previous couple of years... okay, > maybe not weekly:-) > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 27, 2004 Report Share Posted December 27, 2004 Hi, I have seen a chiropractor weekly for 10yrs+ my 2.5yr old son has gone since he was 9days old weekly as well. Not for a specific problem although his first visits were already necessary following delivery as it usually causes subluxations in and of itself. It is more for regular maintanance, preventive if you will. > > hi! > i know there are several chiropractors on this list and would like > their opinion as well as everybody else's who has had any experience > with this: > the chiropractor I go to seems to insist on weekly visits for the > rest of my life (and says that basically almost everybody needs a > weekly adjustment, while I have a problem with such dependancy... any > comments? > also, manual adjustments vs activators? i do feel that with manual > adjustments I have more and more problems with my spine (even with > suggested weekly visits for the previous couple of years... okay, > maybe not weekly:-) > > ________________________________________ PeoplePC Online A better way to Internet http://www.peoplepc.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 24, 2011 Report Share Posted February 24, 2011 Has anyone tried chropractic adjustments? Sinuses are involved in C1, it would make sense. I have been reading about this movement " Maximized Living " . Our answer is out there somewhere! We can't keep taking steroids and a roster of meds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 24, 2011 Report Share Posted February 24, 2011 My niece is a chiropractor, and I get free adjustments and I have not seen any correlation between a back adjustment and my Samter's. That said, remember everyone is different. Sometimes(meaning always) medications do have side affects. Not all people experience the same side affects. My doctor believes in the minimum amount of medication to get the job done, rather than throwing a bunch of meds at a problem, because it worked on another patient. I realize that I am different, as we all are, but in my case, I have not been desensitized to aspirin, and I am not taking any Prednisone. After three surgeries(last one 11 months after the second), I have not had surgery in three years, have not had any sinus infections, and my sense of smell returned. As long as I keep away from aspirin, I do not have any asthma symptoms. I take Singulair, Nasonex, Asmonex, and Loratdine. My allergy tests, both being stuck all up and down both arms and back, as well as through blood testing, show that I do not have any allergies that may cause a problem. Perhaps what you need to do is to ask the doctor IF there is some other medications that he could try with you to replace what you are now on. > > Has anyone tried chropractic adjustments? Sinuses are involved in C1, it would make sense. I have been reading about this movement " Maximized Living " . Our answer is out there somewhere! We can't keep taking steroids and a roster of meds. > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 24, 2011 Report Share Posted February 24, 2011 About twenty-five years ago I had worked with Palmer College of Chiropractic and at that time they were doing some research on Chiropractic to treat sinuses and asthma. If I remember correctly they had experienced some positive results. You may want to try using Palmer's web site for more investigation, recommendations or contacts. http://www.palmer.edu/ Chiropractic Has anyone tried chropractic adjustments? Sinuses are involved in C1, it would make sense. I have been reading about this movement " Maximized Living " . Our answer is out there somewhere! We can't keep taking steroids and a roster of meds. ------------------------------------ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 24, 2011 Report Share Posted February 24, 2011 Thanks for the input..this chiropractor that was recommended was a graduate of the Palmer School! > > About twenty-five years ago I had worked with Palmer College of Chiropractic > and at that time they were doing some research on Chiropractic to treat > sinuses and asthma. If I remember correctly they had experienced some > positive results. You may want to try using Palmer's web site for more > investigation, recommendations or contacts. > > http://www.palmer.edu/ > > > > Chiropractic > > > Has anyone tried chropractic adjustments? Sinuses are involved in C1, it > would make sense. I have been reading about this movement " Maximized > Living " . Our answer is out there somewhere! We can't keep taking steroids > and a roster of meds. > > > > ------------------------------------ > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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