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#2 Was the guy I went to when I herniated 4 lumbar discs. My doctor didn’t recommend a Chiropractor, and was hesitant when I told her I was going to see someone. The gut had a checkout counter FULL of homeopathic cures in drinks, pills, and whatever else he could sell. My consultation was he hooked me up to some machine that showed I had a “lean” to my right, caused by the herniations. Just the way I stood was enough to see! He worked on me for two sessions a week for a few weeks and I quit doing to him. Pain never got better, and probably a bit worse. Ended up going to PT and they gave me exercises that gave me some relief, and only got better the longer I did them. I still use a few of the exercises when I get lower back pain, usually gives me relief in a day or two. Have only had to see a PT once more in the past 15 years since I originally hurt my back. Took some time and dedication, but the PT was the only way to go.
People go to a Chiro for instant relief. Yeah, may crack your back or neck. And you feel better right away, but don’t have the proper techniques and exercises to deal with it at home and provide long term relief.
I did have a bad neck and went to a PT a few years ago. Worked with me for about 6 weeks and got great results! Gave me a bunch of exercises that I was able to do at home and have not had any real neck issues since. I would highly recommend a PT. You can go and get enough exercises and do them at home, or go more frequently to the office and do them with them. I went 2 times a week for the first few weeks and then once a week. They teach you proper techniques to use leverage and some strength building to help. YouTube has a ton of videos, but I’d see the PT first and make sure you are doing the exercises properly.