Today, people are seeking out natural forms of healthcare. Many regularly see a chiropractor in lieu of taking prescription medications for pain management. If you’ve been wanting to visit a chiropractor but aren’t sure when to see one, let your body be your guide. 

The chiropractor and staff at Spectrum Healthcare in Cornelia see patients of all ages and advise anyone to schedule appointments if they experience any troubling pains or sensations that cause concern.

5 Signs You Should See a Chiropractor

1. Numbness & Tingling in Hands & Feet

If you are experiencing numbness and tingling in your hands or feet, chances are that a nerve may be pinched somewhere in your back or neck. Your chiropractor will take x-rays to pinpoint where the tingling and numbness is coming from. He/she will then perform spinal manipulation to take pressure off of the nerve. Regular adjustments help ease and may eventually take away these sensations. 

2. Neck Pain

Neck pain can cause a wide array of problems. Some patients report feeling nauseous, lightheaded, dizzy, or may even suffer from headaches and migraines because of neck issues. Your chiropractor will gently massage the area to loosen the surrounding muscles. Once the neck is relaxed, they can locate the specific area of the spine that is out of place. A simple, painless, spinal adjustment will help to bring the area back to proper alignment. Once the neck and spine are aligned, the body can get to work healing itself. 

3. Back Pain

As with neck pain, issues of the hips, legs, and trunk can stem from mid back or low back misalignments. Walking and sitting may be painful as the area will likely become inflamed from a spinal bone or misaligned disc. Massage is once again used to loosen the area, and then a spinal adjustment is performed. Some back pain issues require more than one visit to the chiropractor. 

4. Sciatica

People who suffer from sciatica experience pain that begins in the lower back and travels through the buttocks and down the back of one or both legs. Sometimes numbness, tingling, or weakness accompanies this issue. Your chiropractor will locate the pain, then use spinal adjustments and other specialized techniques to get you out of discomfort. 

5. Difficulty Performing Daily Tasks

If you have trouble completing or performing daily tasks, you need to call your chiropractor immediately. Chances are there are one or more areas in the spine that are out of alignment and need adjusting. 

Let the chiropractors and staff of Spectrum Healthcare assess your spinal health today. The best medicine is always prevention, so don’t wait for an issue to schedule your next appointment. 

To schedule an initial consultation, call Spectrum Healthcare at (706) 778-0077, or visit their website to learn about services.