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Arthritis and Chiropractic
Many people believe that arthritis is just part of getting old. It is quite common, but not necessarily normal. In the spine arthritis occurs when the joints are out of alignment, or when they are locked up and immobile. Just like when the wheels of your car are out of alignment, the joints wear down at a faster rate, and arthritic spurs are laid down. I have many patients in their 70’s and 80’s that have been under chiropractic care most of their lives with absolutely no spinal arthritis.
Here’s some research:
- If joint immobility is not corrected within two weeks, osteoarthritis becomes permanent
- Permanent changes cannot be reversed
- Restoring mobility to the joint will prevent is from progressing
Source: Clinical Biomechanics reported as far back as 1987 (issue 2:223-229)
- 63% of the arthritis patients reported using Wellness Disciplines at least once
- 90% reported using them on a regular basis
- 73% of the patients who began chiropractic care found it useful.
Source: September 21, 1999 issue of The Annuals of Internal Medicine
- 81% of those who had received chiropractic care did not need a nursing home
- There was 15% less nursing home usage by the chiropractic patients
Source: RAND, 1991
Who do you know that is needlessly suffering from arthritic pain?
Who do you know that is worried about an arthritic spine?
Who do you know that would like to prevent spinal arthritis and live a healthier, happier life?
It’s time to tell them about chiropractic care!
We appreciate your referrals.
Yours in health,
Lynne Sullivan D.C.
www.drsully.com
Upcoming Events:
February is Sweetheart Month, bring in your sweetheart or someone special and we’ll treat them to a complimentary consultation, exam and x-rays.
Give the gift of health: we’ll have gift baskets with gift certificates for massage, acupuncture and chiropractic care.
Patient orientation: Monday Feb. 6th and 27th, 6pm, at the office. If you haven’t been for awhile, feel free to get reacquainted.
February seminar: Low Back Pain, Monday Feb. 13th 6pm, please call to reserve your spot, for every two guests you bring you’ll get a one hour massage.
For the next several Tuesday mornings, I’m speaking at the Career fair for the middle schools. So, if your son or daughter is in 8th grade, I’ll get a chance to meet them.
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