What Is Wellness Chiropractic?
Taking Care of Your Body Before It Becomes a Bigger Problem
Wellness chiropractic focuses on maintaining movement and function rather than only visiting a chiropractor when something hurts.
Our bodies experience physical stress every day.
Sitting at a desk, working on your feet, exercising, lifting, parenting, traveling, playing sports, and simply getting older can all affect how your body moves.
Regular chiropractic visits can be one part of a healthy lifestyle focused on staying active and maintaining mobility.
Wellness chiropractic may focus on:
- Maintaining comfortable movement
- Supporting joint mobility
- Addressing areas of stiffness or tension
- Supporting an active lifestyle
- Maintaining progress after an initial course of care
- Helping you stay aware of how your body is moving
What Is Monthly Chiropractic Care?
Simple, Consistent Care That Fits Your Routine
Some patients prefer to schedule a chiropractic visit once a month as part of their normal wellness routine.
Monthly care can provide a convenient way to stay consistent without needing to wait until you are experiencing significant discomfort.
Your ideal frequency of care will depend on your individual needs, goals, activity level, history, and how your body responds to care.
For some patients, monthly visits make sense.
For others, a different schedule may be more appropriate.
There is no one-size-fits-all schedule.
Why Do Patients Choose Ongoing Chiropractic Care?
Patients have many different reasons for continuing chiropractic care.
Some patients want to maintain the progress they’ve made during an initial treatment plan.
Others simply enjoy regular visits as part of their overall wellness routine.
Common reasons patients choose ongoing care include:
- Staying active
- Maintaining mobility
- Managing occasional stiffness
- Supporting an exercise routine
- Maintaining progress after an injury
- Addressing recurring areas of tension
- Supporting healthy movement as they age
- Making chiropractic care part of their regular self-care routine
Your reason for coming in doesn’t have to be the same as someone else’s.
Chiropractic Care for an Active Lifestyle
Keep Moving
Movement is an important part of a healthy lifestyle.
Whether you’re working out at the gym, chasing your kids around the house, playing sports, golfing, running, hiking, or simply trying to stay active, your body needs to move well.
Regular chiropractic care can be incorporated into an overall approach to maintaining mobility and physical activity.
We can also incorporate:
- Soft tissue therapy
- Cupping
- Scraping
- Taping
- Rehabilitation exercises
- Mobility exercises
when appropriate for your individual needs.
Wellness Care for the Whole Family
Chiropractic Isn’t Just for Adults
Wellness care can look different at every stage of life.
At McCleary Chiropractic, we provide individualized chiropractic care for:
Adults
Whether you spend your day at a desk, on your feet, in a vehicle, or working physically, we can tailor care to your lifestyle.
Active Adults
Exercise and physical activity place unique demands on your body. Chiropractic care can be incorporated into an active lifestyle alongside appropriate mobility, strengthening, and recovery strategies.
Parents
Taking care of everyone else can make it easy to forget about yourself. Regular care can provide an opportunity to prioritize your own health and mobility.
Children & Teens
Children and teenagers are constantly growing and changing. Chiropractic care for younger patients is individualized and uses age-appropriate techniques.
Expecting Moms
Pregnancy creates significant physical changes. Prenatal chiropractic care can be tailored to the changing needs of expecting mothers.
What Happens During a Wellness Visit?
It Doesn’t Have to Be Complicated
A wellness appointment is typically straightforward.
We’ll check in with you about how you’re feeling, whether you’ve noticed any changes, and whether you have any new concerns.
We’ll then assess your current needs and determine whether chiropractic care is appropriate that day.
Your care may include a chiropractic adjustment or other therapies when indicated.
We don’t believe you should receive treatment simply because it’s on the calendar.
Your care should have a reason behind it.
How Often Should I See a Chiropractor?
The Honest Answer: It Depends
There isn’t one schedule that is right for everyone.
The appropriate frequency of chiropractic care depends on factors such as:
- Your individual goals
- Your activity level
- Your history
- Your current symptoms
- Your response to care
- Your lifestyle
- Your overall health
Some patients benefit from a short-term treatment plan followed by less frequent visits.
Others prefer ongoing wellness visits.
We’ll discuss your options and help you determine what makes sense for you.
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