Do I Need a Massage or Chiropractic Adjustment?
July 12, 2021
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When pain strikes, you know you need treatment.
But do you need a massage or chiropractic adjustment? If you’re in pain, you might be wondering whether you need a relaxing massage or chiropractic adjustment. The answer is, you might need both! Neither has any drawbacks and both have plenty of benefits, especially when used together. Read on to find out how they both could benefit you at the same time.Injured?
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What Is a Chiropractic Adjustment?
A chiropractic adjustment is a procedure done by a chiropractor using their hands to apply sudden force to the spine. It might sound scary but it is very safe. Chiropractors attend 4,000 hours of classes to practice their skill safely and effectively and they know exactly where to adjust to give you the best results. Besides using their hands and small tools, chiropractors can also order x-rays and make diagnoses of conditions. They focus primarily on the skeletal system, while honing in on the spine. Using these tools and their extensive knowledge, a chiropractor can reduce your pain and increase range of motion.![Man getting neck massage or adjustment](https://chiropractorinoviedo.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/chiropractor-neck-adjustment-1200x384.jpg)
What Is a Massage?
A massage is a technique done by using the hands to press, roll, knead, and warm the skin and muscles. It can relax the muscles, relieve tension, encourage the body to get rid of toxins, and improve circulation. A massage therapist uses their training to work with muscles and other soft tissues to promote relaxation, ease anxiety, and relieve pain. They can focus on problematic areas to relieve tension. Sometimes, medical massage therapists use other tools and techniques, such as cupping, electronic acupuncture, and Neural Relax Therapy.How Are They Similar?
Chiropractic care and massages are both holistic methods that focus on healing and pain relief. Both will caution you against using painkillers because they are more of a temporary solution to a possibly larger issue. Prescription medications can be habit forming, while the over-the-counter solutions can cause organ damage when used in excess. They will both require a detailed history in order to properly assist you, and they’ll ask you what areas are troublesome for you to develop a plan of attack. The care following an adjustment or massage are very similar as well. It is recommended to stay hydrated and let your body recoup. Manipulating bones or muscles can release built up toxins that need to be flushed out by drinking a lot of water. Also, your muscles could be a little sore, so it’s best not to go climb Mt. Everest directly after. You can resume your normal day and activities after an adjustment or massage.![Doctor looking at a spinal x-ray](https://chiropractorinoviedo.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/doctor-looking-at-back-x-ray-1200x801.jpg)