Tuesday, May 29, 2012

5 Tips For Choosing Your Chiropractor

In today's world, with information at our finger tips, how do we take the time to find a great chiropractor? Anyone can write something that sounds good and post it on the internet, but the proof is in the pudding. Here are the top 5 items that I would look for in a great chiropractor:


1.  He listens
A good chiropractor will take the time to listen to your health challenges. He will ask questions to understand your concerns. Together, you will form goals to accomplish as you progress through your care.

2.  He educates
Once your chiropractor understands your health challenges, he takes the time to explain the importance of a healthy spine and nerve system and how it is related to your health.

3.  He analyzes
There are many different forms and styles of analyzing the spine and nerve system. Most chiropractors use some form of palpation to feel for muscle imbalances, spinal asymmetries, and areas of inflammation. Many chiropractors utilize x-rays as a more comprehensive and specific method of spinal analysis. Thermal scanning, EMG scanning, and leg checks are all tests that can gain important information about the function of your nerve system. Once all the data is collected, he explains exactly what and where your problem is and his course of action for correction. This explanation should be logical and concise. Never be afraid to ask questions before, during, and after your exam.

4.  He gets results
When the developer of chiropractic, B.J. Palmer, was asked, "To what do you attribute your success?" he simply responded, "Results!" The primary responsibility of a chiropractor is to restore spine and nerve system function. If your chiropractor can do this and explain why it has improved, then you are definitely in the right office.

5.  He has passion
As in any profession, the people who are the most successful and effective are the ones who love what they do. If you get a good vibe when you walk into the office or feel excited for your chiropractic appointment, chances are it is because of the passion that your chiropractor exudes. That passion alone can go a long way for restoring health to you and your family.

Choosing any health professional is a difficult task.  Choosing the right chiropractor to optimize your spine and nerve system function is imperative to your healthy lifestyle. I hope the 5 keys above will help you evaluate and make the best decision for your health.

Abundant blessings,

Dr. Dan



Dr. Dan Turo is the owner and chiropractor of Turo Family Chiropractic located in the North Hills of Pittsburgh, PA. Find more information at his website. Follow him on facebook and twitter.

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  2. I find the first tip really important. If a chiropractor knows how to listen well and carefully to his patients’ cry, then he can identify the process and technique that he is going to utilize. More importantly, if chiropractors show that they are actively listening, the patients will have the impression that their chiropractors are more than willing to help them restore their good health.

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  3. Thank you for your kind words! I hope they help you and your practice!

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  5. I find the third tip the most helpful. Chiropractors should know how to analyze the problem of the patient. Not all patients know exactly what’s wrong with their body, and it’s up to the chiropractor to determine that. He or she should be able to detect the factors causing the problem and determine what kind of treatment would be best for the patient.


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  6. Thanks for sharing. I've been looking for information on chiropractors in Mississauga. I need someone to take a look at my back. I threw it out last week and I'm still in a lot of pain.

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    1. Rose,

      I am glad the information helped. I will ask a few of my colleagues if they can make recommendations for you. What is the nearest largest city to you?

      Dr. Dan

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  7. This is just what I needed to hear, thank you for sharing! I'm really big into fitness and recently during one of my recent activities I had an accident and my back has been killing me. My friend has recommended a chiropractor in Buffalo grove IL, that I would probably have great success with. I just want to be sure I get the right help.

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  8. Love this blog! I ruined my back as a child, probably doing too many situps, and now my lower back is in pain a lot. I am looking for a chiropractor in Scarborough to help. My old doctor just said that it was that the blood wasn't flowing through my back when I sit down for a while, but I think it is something more than that.

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  14. Whenever people ask for advice on how to locate the best chiropractor I tell them basically what you said in your article. I have always felt that any doctor who chooses to invest time into fully understanding their patient is one who will truly care for you. They will be the one's to listen, educate and show you results with your medical problems. If you can find a doctor who honestly cares for their patients, I believe then you have found the best doctor.

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