If you are living in the Duluth area, and are suffering from issues such as back pain, neck pain, fatigue, or stress, then you may be considering the option of seeking out a chiropractor for treatment. When most people think about seeing a chiropractor, they often have misconceptions about what the chiropractor is actually going to be looking for during the first consultation. A lot of times, new patients will expect only a physical exam to be conducted during their initial visit. While physical well-being is something that makes up a large portion of chiropractic work, there are also other things that a chiropractor will examine during your visit.
Physical Factors
These are the physical conditions that we deal with on a daily basis, such as bad posture, injury from repetitive motions, or acute trauma from an accident.
Chemical Factors
Pertains to the chemicals and toxins that are introduced into our body. These chemicals come from the foods and liquids we ingest, as well as the air that we breathe. Most of the joint and muscle pain that patients experience is caused by inflammation. When tissues become inflamed, then result in painful pressure. All the food you consume contains a chemical structure, and different chemicals breakdown and react differently within the body. Certain types of chemicals will break down into substances that create a blood chemistry that’s conductive to inflammation.
Emotional Factors
Relates mainly to the stress that we experience from the things in our daily life, which is usually associated with our work habits or relationships. Medical research has proven that emotional stress affects physical health. When stress levels grow to extreme levels and stress management isn’t working well, the body responds with a decrease of normality in its everyday function.
If you believe your pain symptoms may be related to any of these factors, then we urge you to schedule an appointment with our Duluth chiropractor for an examination by calling (218) 728-3686. Dr. Robert Torgimson has over 30 years of chiropractic experience, and can work with you to identify the root causes of your pain. Let us heal you and get you back to feeling healthy once again.