by Steven Schram
Many patients are surprised when they arrive at the chiropractor and are required to receive an x-ray. After all, patients typically expect a physical examination of the troubled area. It typically is. However, it is important to ensure that a correct diagnosis has been made before a treatment regimen is chosen. A chiropractor will not necessarily require an x-ray for new patients and will certainly not do so until an examination has been performed and the discomfort has been discussed.
The chiropractor will first examine the neck and spine and conduct a palpation. The diagnosis is made by the practitioner using gentle pressure to identify the source of the problem. Of course, some conditions cannot be identified through a hands-on examination. If a chiropractor feels like an accurate diagnosis cannot be reached through the physical exam, x-rays may be requested.
Chiropractic x-rays can uncover issues that cannot be seen. The most common cause of back and neck discomfort, however, is vertebral misalignment. After a diagnosis has been reached, an adjustment is often performed to begin treatment. However, some conditions require deeper treatment which necessitates the use of specialized equipment.
Some conditions, including infections, inflammation, and growths, require treatment from a different doctor. In order to rule out or confirm the existence of these serious conditions, chiropractic x-rays may be used. Imaging can also determine which medical practitioner you should seek treatment from.
A chiropractor may choose to perform an x-ray for a number of good reasons. Imaging is highly useful in the case of injuries in individuals over the age as 70 as well as in sports-related injuries. In some cases, where a patient has experienced continuing pain despite the treatment of a chiropractor, an x-ray may help to uncover the true cause of the discomfort. Of course, should the pain be due to serious trauma, an x-ray will likely be required immediately.
A chiropractic examination can often uncover what the cause of discomfort is. Skilled chiropractors are able to find the source of pain, despite the fact that the source of pain and the pain itself are often located far apart. A chiropractor may choose to use an x-ray to confirm diagnosis. Severe misalignments may require imaging in order to determine the location of an invisible cause. It is sometimes necessary for the problem to be localized to a specific cervical or lumbar area. This helps the chiropractor create a more effective treatment regimen.
Fortunately, chiropractors can perform the required x-ray in their office. You do not need to make another visit. Once the chiropractor has the results, relief can be obtained.
Dr. Steven Schram is a Chiropractor in NYC. Find out more about <a href="http://drstevenschram.com/chiropractic-x-rays/">chiropractors that take x-rays</a> at his website about <a href="http://drstevenschram.com/chiropractic-in-nyc-credentials/">chiropractic in NYC</a>.
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Title: Why Chiropractic Exams May Sometimes Require an X-Ray - Chiropractors in NYC
Author: Steven Schram
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Keywords: chiropractic x-rays,chiropractor x-rays,chiropractic diagnosis,x-rays,palpation
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Category: Health & Fitness
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