Yes, we see those suffering radiculopathy and paresthesia from nerve root compression, but more often the former. Being a clinician, I understand the challenges of patient communications and their understanding of what chiropractors do. As with most of our patients, we cannot pinpoint one event or injury that is responsible for your condition. Vertebral subluxation occurs when the spine loses its normal position. Just like your car or house, your body needs tune-ups and preventative maintenance.
Chiropractic adjustments help restore the structure and function of our bodies.
Continue to reinforce this etiological view on consecutive visits until the patient can repeat it to you. You ll notice a drastic increase in your patient compliance and their ability to intelligently discuss chiropractic and thus refer others to you. Pope M. Occupational hazards for low back pain. Low Back Pain. Loss of reflexive muscular stabilization.