Chiropractic Care for Seniors
Located in Destin, Florida
As we age, stress, wear and tear and joint dysfunction occurs. Joint dysfunction causes decreased range of motion which reduces function and causes weakness throughout the body resulting in decreased mobility and ability to engage in general activities and exercises. Chiropractic adjustments are safe and effective methods to help restore motion, decrease pain and return to general activity and exercise.
What is Chiropractic?
Chiropractic is a profession aimed at restoring the nervous system to it’s optimal function. This is done using an adjustive force to correct misalignments. Our chiropractors integrate adjustments, stretching, soft tissue therapy, cupping, taping, and more to find just what your body needs.
Age is just a number, let us help you feel young again!
Regular chiropractic care has several benefits for maturing adults which include pain relief, decreased stiffness, increased range of motion, higher energy level and participation in daily activities. Studies have shown that seniors that use chiropractic care the rated their health is excellent or good compared to those who do not utilize chiropractic care.
Benefits of chiropractic care for seniors:
- Improve overall health and wellbeing
- Reduce the risk of falling
- Chronic pain relief
- Improve joint mobility
- Improve balance and coordination
Frequently asked questions
Am I too old to see a chiropractor?
“Am I too old to see a chiropractor” is a common question, however, the answer is usually no. If you’re struggling with chronic pain in your joints or muscles or you suffer from frequent headaches or migraines, a chiropractor may be able to help, whatever your age
What should I expect during a senior chiropractic appointment?
Seniors have age-specific health needs that we are sensitive to here at our practice. Our focus is both intervention and prevention, with an emphasis on improving spinal alignment and minimizing stress on the bones and joints. Your appointment will begin with a discussion about your symptoms which may be followed by a chiropractic adjustment, lifestyle counseling or another type of alternative therapy. Our treatments are natural, non-invasive and designed to produce optimal results and long lasting benefits.
What type of conditions is senior chiropractic care helpful for?
Seniors who regularly undergo chiropractic treatment may enjoy many different types of benefits. Examples include:
- Better Coordination
- Fewer Falls
- Pain Relief
- Greater Range of Motion
- Improved Balance
Do I have to be ‘cracked’ in order to be adjusted?
Gone are the days when you would face the fear because you didn’t like the cracking, twisting and popping associated with traditional chiropractic. At our clinic, we offer alternatives to traditional adjustment methods. We utilize methods such as Activator and Drop Table in order to deliver the same effective adjustment without the twisting and popping.
So what is the Activator or Drop Table Method?
It is really quite simple yet very effective. The Activator is a small handheld device that delivers rapid, low-force impulses to the spine. The Drop Table has sections that rise and drop to facilitate spinal adjustment with minimal for
Do you accept Medicare?
Yes. We are a Non-Par Medicare provider. Payment for services will be due at the time of service. We then submit the bill to Medicare on the your behalf and Medicare will reimburse you directly for the covered services.
Do you accept Medicare?
Yes. We are a Non-Par Medicare provider. Payment for services will be due at the time of service. We then submit the bill to Medicare on the your behalf and Medicare will reimburse you directly for the covered services.
Does Medicare cover chiropractic services?
Medicare (Part B) covers basic chiropractic spinal manipulation that is performed in order to correct a vertebral subluxation.
Medicare does not cover other services including exams, X-rays, extra-spinal manipulation (extremities), physical therapy, or massage therapy. In some cases, supplemental insurances may cover additional services.
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Tailored Chiropractic Care For All Ages.
We love caring for these special populations.
Pediatrics
We see kiddos’ for their first adjustment as young as a day old, all the way through adolescence. We use specific techniques tailored to their specific phase of life.
Pregnant Moms
Our doctor and team uses pregnancy-specific techniques that has helped countless women avoid unnecessary interventions during birth by properly preparing the mother’s body.
Athletes
If you are simply trying to manage pain from a sports related injury or improve overall athletic performance we have custom treatments for all types of athletes in our office.
Seniors
As we age, muscle strength and spinal health begin to decline. Specific techniques can be used to improve strength and range of motion while reducing nagging aches and pains.