Although doctors of chiropractic treat more than just back pain, a large percentage of
chiropractic patients visit their doctor looking for relief from this pervasive condition. In fact, 70
to 85 percent of all people have back pain at some time in their life.
A few interesting facts regarding back pain:
Low back pain is the fifth most common reason for all physician visits in the United
States.
Back pain is the most frequent cause of activity limitation in people younger than 45
years old.
Most cases of back pain are mechanical or non-organic—meaning they are not caused by
serious conditions, such as inflammatory arthritis, infection, fracture or cancer.
Approximately one quarter of U.S. adults reported having low back pain lasting at least
one whole day in the past three months, and 7.6 percent reported at least one episode of
severe acute low back pain within a one-year period.
Low back pain is also very costly: approximately 5 percent of people with back pain
disability account for 75 percent of the costs associated with low back pain.
One-half of all working Americans admit to having back pain symptoms each year.
Approximately 2 percent of the U.S. work force is compensated for back injuries each
year.
Americans spend at least $50 Billion per year on back pain—and that’s just for the more
easily identified costs.
If a person has back pain, what should they do?
If your back pain is not resolving quickly, visit your doctor of chiropractic. Your pain will often
result from mechanical problems that your doctor of chiropractic can address. Many chiropractic
patients with relatively long-lasting or recurring back pain feel improvement shortly after starting
chiropractic treatment. The relief is often greater after a month of chiropractic treatment than
after seeing a family physician.
The chiropractic approach is to find the cause of the pain and treat it directly. This may involve
realigning the spine or extremities by chiropractic adjustments, physiotherapy for the muscles
and ligaments, rehabilitative exercises, or a combination of these. Sometimes the doctor of
chiropractic will suggest exercises or activities to prevent a reoccurrence of the problem. This
may provide a long term solution to the condition through prevention.
During the first visit, the doctor of chiropractic will complete a thorough examination that typically includes:
• Patient history
• Physical examination
• Diagnostic studies (when indicated)
• Diagnosis
• Education about the problem and discussion of a chiropractic treatment plan or – if
warranted – referral to the appropriate health care specialist
Chiropractic spinal manipulation is proven to be a safe, effective, and affordable treatment
option. Chiropractic care reduces pain, restores normal range of motion, and decreases the need
for medication. In Navarre or Gulf Breeze, contact Pickett Chiropractic for more information at (850) 939-3339
CBS NEWS – There is evidence that chiropractic adjustments relieves many types of back pain, lower back pain in particular, and helps restore normal range of motion. Chiropractic adjustments may take stress off surrounding tissues – muscles, tendons,… and ligaments – to relieve back pain and restore normal functioning. Not only that, chiropractic adjustments can improve your overall health and wellness.
Dr. Josh Pickett at Pickett Chiropractic of Navarre is available to see you, for many he can work you in immediately! Give us a call at 850-939-3339
Dr. Pickett is a Palmer Graduate who has 7 years of training and experience in the treatment of spinal and musculoskeletal injuries.
Dr. Pickett has also received extensive training in the evaluation and treatment of automobile-related injuries – including having been certified by the University of California in Low Speed Impact Bio mechanics.
Who We Are
Pickett Chiropractic offers chiropractic care, massage therapy, auto accident care, spinal rehabilitation and decompression therapy from our office located in Navarre.
Patients receiving treatment at Pickett Chiropractic Dr Navarre, can rest assured they will receive the highest quality care via the most modern chiropractic equipment and procedures.
What We Do for You
We provide patients with the fast, long-term relief of back pain that is less expensive and less risky than other treatment options, such as surgery and prescription drugs. Through a wide-range of services, including chiropractic techniques for spinal correction, massage therapy, corrective exercises, lifestyle advice, non-surgical decompression therapy, physiotherapy and much more.
Back pain sufferers in Navarre Florida may have it worse than people in other areas of the country. With activities like fishing, surfing and even long commutes on Highway 98, back injury is certainly a possibility that we all want to avoid. And with the holiday season upon us, along with family and work obligations, it may be hard to find the time to take care of our bodies.
And back pain is just one of several reasons we get slowed down – neck pain, shoulder pain, middle back aches, pinched nerves or a herniated disc from an auto accident can all prevent you from taking care of your obligations and doing the things you enjoy.
One of the best preventative methods is doing back pain exercises, but in many cases it’s just to late for preventative techniques. That’s when it’s time to schedule a Navarre Chiropractic Adjustment. And that doesn’t mean invasive surgery; you can benefit from regular chiropractic adjustments and by developing a back pain care schedule. In fact, we pride ourselves on helping people without using things like surgery or drugs.
And that’s why I’m here. If you have back pain in Navarre or Gulf Breeze, FL, give me a call at Pickett Chiropractic at 850-939-3339 today.
Navarre, FL – Joshua Pickett, a local Navarre Chiropractor, has announced the grand opening of his new private practice conveniently located in the town center of Navarre, Florida. Dr. Pickett is a Palmer Graduate who has 7 years of training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of spinal and musculoskeletal injuries.
“We realized the need for professional chiropractic care in a convenient location that would better serve our patients needs and lifestyles” says Dr. Pickett. “We wanted to introduce a modern, comfortable and relaxing environment where members of our community could seek chiropractic care without traveling to surrounding areas.”
Pickett explains that chiropractic care is less expensive and less risky than other treatment options such as surgery and prescription drugs. The clinic offers a dynamic list of services, which include chiropractic techniques for spinal correction, massage therapy, corrective exercises, lifestyle advice, non-surgical decompression therapy, physiotherapy, and more. The list of conditions that proper chiropractic care can help alleviate include headaches, neck pain, lower back pain, rib pain, hip problems, sciatica, shoulder aches, sinus pain, migraines, joint troubles, carpal tunnel, arthritis, numbness, and more.
According to Dr. Pickett, “Chiropractic care can benefit everyone, not just those with neck and back pain or injuries. Your spine is a major factor in the health of your entire nervous system and an ultimately healthy body, so proper spinal health and alignment can prove to be beneficial for virtually anyone.” Dr. Pickett hopes that the new Navarre Chiropractic location will encourage more local residents to take their spine health seriously before any major problems arise.
The key to spinal health is prevention, by listening to your body’s warning signals and adjusting your lifestyle and daily activities accordingly. If you experience pain for more than one or two days despite taking preventative measures, contacting a chiropractor is recommended. They can identify the cause of the problem and adjust or manipulate the spine to promote the body’s natural healing process.
The clinic offers free consultations at their new location, 1816 Alpine Drive, Navarre, Florida, 32566 which is visible and accessible from Highway 98. They accept auto accidents, most types of insurance, personal injury and worker’s compensation.
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