Frequently Asked Questions about Chiropractors and Chiropractic Techniques
How Educated is a Chiropractor?
A Chiropractic (D.C.) education is very comparable to the degree requirements for a Medical Doctor (M.D.) degree. On average, the hours of classroom instruction in the sciences are about the same, with a 4,495 hours required for a Doctor of Chiropractic degree and 4,248 hours required for a Medical Doctor degree. (The class hours for basic science comparisons were compiled and averaged following a review of curricula of 18 chiropractic colleges and 22 medical schools).
Is Chiropractic Safe?
Yes. Chiropractic is safe when performed skillfully and appropriately by a trained Doctor of Chiropractic like Dr. Ramke. There is significant research available suggesting that Chiropractic is indeed the safest treatment option available for relief from neck pain, back pain, headaches and other musculo-skeletal disorders.
Do Chiropractors Work with Medical Doctors and Refer to Specialists?
Dr. Ramke will gladly refer to specialists and medical doctors once he has thoroughly assessed a patient's condition and deemed the referral to be the most beneficial for that patient.
How Often Should I See a Chiropractor?
Dr. Ramke's goal is to return you to normal function as quickly as possible. Some problems and injuries require more visits, some require less visits. Each treatment works to help retrain the body to function normally.
Is it safe to receive Chiropractic care while I am pregnant?
Absolutely; Dr. Ramke uses the Activator Technique which is gentle and safe for nearly all patients. In addition, Dr. Ramke evaluates each patient individually and develops a plan of care that will be best suited to your age, health and size.
Is it safe to receive Chiropractic care if I have Osteoporosis?
Again, yes; Dr. Ramke uses the Activator Technique which is gentle and safe for nearly all patients. In addition, Dr. Ramke evaluates each patient individually and develops a plan of care that will be best suited to your age, health and size.
If you have any other questions that are not answered here, please feel free to contact our office and we will be happy to help you.
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