Chiropractic is a natural and safe approach to improving health, especially in the elderly. Find out how a chiropractor in Mataró can help you.
Chiropractic a safe method
When chiropractic is unknown the question arises as to whether chiropractic adjustments are safe and especially in older patients since chronic musculoskeletal conditions such as back pain, neck pain and other ailments are common in this age group compared to younger adults.
On the other hand, interventional or pharmacological therapies are often not the first choice due to the high risk of complications and comorbid medical conditions in elderly patients.
Chiropractic is the holistic method of health care considered the safest and is aimed at improving the overall health and well-being of people of all ages, children, pregnant women and the elderly.
Several research studies suggest that the risk of life-threatening complications with chiropractic adjustments is almost equivalent to the risk of an anaphylactic reaction with aspirin ingestion. We must keep in mind that chiropractic care must be given by a Doctor of Chiropractic with a college degree attesting to his or her training.
Chiropractic adjustments are more effective than most pharmacological and surgical interventions. All elderly patients who are at risk of developing chronic kidney or liver disease due to long-term consumption of analgesic medications prescribed by their physicians for the treatment of chronic back pain are recommended chiropractic care for promising results.
In addition, all patients who are not likely candidates for surgery due to the critical nature of the surgery or uncontrolled concomitant medical conditions that interfere with fitness for general anesthesia may benefit from chiropractic adjustments.
Other indications for recommending chiropractic adjustments are long-term management of headache and vascular disorders, non-surgical treatment of spinal disc herniation, migraine headaches, respiratory disorders, and management of coordination and balance problems.
The most common concern regarding chiropractic adjustments in older populations is disproved and supported by the many research studies that exist internationally, such as the one Dr. Cheryl Hawk performed on elderly patients to decrease the risk of falls.
And others such as the published study from the team of Dr. Cassidy, JD where he states that no evidence was found of an excess risk of stroke associated with chiropractic care compared to primary care.
Moreover, statistical analysis suggests that chiropractic therapy presents no additional risk of stroke in patients above 45, compared with a higher incidence of stroke and stroke cases in patients coming from primary care medicine.
Chiropractic adjustments are generally safe in elderly patients. It is also recommended that you consult with a licensed doctor for a preliminary evaluation of your overall health status.
Cassidy by JD, Boyle E, P Côté, He Y, Hogg-Johnson S, Silver FL, Bondy SJ. 2008 Feb 15; 33 (4 Suppl): S176-83. www.quiropráctica1.com.
