Chiropractic is based on the concept of aiding your body to heal naturally through spinal adjustments and lifestyle changes that encourage wellness. For TJ Delorie, this means working hard to restore your body's natural performance to avoid the need for medications or surgical treatments. We see that most of our Otown patients are relieved to find a natural approach for their health problems.
One advantage of chiropractic is that it helps people minimize or eliminate the use of drug treatments. Prescriptions are frequently supplied to people who have back problems. This is such a significant crisis that the American Academy of Neurology (AAN) issued a report stating that opioid (painkiller) dangers overshadow the advantages when prescribed for back pain.
Some of the most common opiates, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, include hydrocodone (Vicodin), oxycodone (OxyContin and Percocet), morphine, and codeine. Figures presented by the AAN cite the fact that roughly half of the people taking these types of substances for a period of three months are still dependent on them five years later. This can further complicate the issue of back pain and recovery, particularly if an opiate addiction occurs.
Contrast that to chiropractic care which engages natural healing and the benefits are obvious. While a medication might be helpful at temporarily reducing the symptoms of a health condition, it's not a solution to the problem. Drugs don't fix your injured back; it will only cover up the pain.
TJ Delorie will first examine you to get to the source of your back problems and then work with you to eliminate the problem -- without the need for risky medications.
If you're ready for relief of your pain, naturally, give our Otown office a call at 724-123-1234 to make an appointment with TJ Delorie.
References
- Risk of opioids outweigh benefits for headache, low back pain, other conditions. American Academy of Neurology;September 29, 2014.
- What are opioids? National Institute on Drug Abuse. Retrieved from http://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/research-reports/prescription-drugs/opioids/what-are-opioids