Is Chiropractic New To You?
Dr. Robert L. Larson, D.C. has treated many first-time chiropractic patients. Often, the patient has tried other treatment methods but is still frustrated with pain or discomfort. What surprises most new patients is that chiropractic does not encourage drugs as part of treatment. Chiropractic focuses on treating the root cause of any pain, unlike drugs that act as a ‘bandaid’ for symptoms but don’t correct the issue. Chiropractic is based on healing the body as a whole. The human body is resilient, and chiropractors use their knowledge of the spine and central nervous system not only to guide the body to self-heal, but improve musculoskeletal health and function. Your initial consultation and assessment with a chiropractor is very important. We will work to understand your goals for treatment, and take a very detailed record of your current condition using a physical exam, and sometimes x-rays. Chiropractors not only treat damage to hard and soft tissue, but help patients exper