If you’ve heard all of the myths and rumors, there is only one way that you can clear up those myths and that’s to visit a chiropractor’s office. In fact, most chiropractors provide an initial consultation free of charge. If you want to see a chiropractor and find out for yourself, it’s as easy as making an appointment. If you’d rather know the possible side effects, here is what you need to know.
Do You Need to Learn About Side Effects?
When it comes to chiropractic care, your chiropractor has to warn you of any potential side effects. When you know about the side effects, you can make an informed decision. In addition, it can prepare you for the treatment ahead. Not only can it protect you, but it also protects your chiropractor. After all, your chiropractor could be liable if he or she does not warn you of any potential side effects.
What Are the Side Effects?
There are a variety of different side effects that you may face. One of these side effects is known as toxic release. Toxic release occurs after your first treatment. Toxic release presents as a flu like symptoms or the common cold. About 20% of patients may experience this. If you’re worried about this reaction, you shouldn’t be. In fact, it can be an extremely good thing. This means that your body is responding appropriately.
If you experience toxic release, then it means that your body is getting rid of toxic substances. The negative side effects mean that your body is responding well to treatment. Another side effect is that you may experience nausea. This is happens with spinal adjustments. This is simply because you are laying on your stomach for a long period. This can cause your stomach to churn.
Headaches and dizziness is another common side effect that you might experience. Often, the manipulations will exhaust your energy reserves and this will lead to dizziness or tiredness after your manipulation. None of your symptoms should require medical attention following and should fade fairly quickly.
When it comes to your first chiropractic visit, you shouldn’t be worried. In general chiropractic treatment can help you to feel better and can help ease chronic pain. Your chiropractor can inform you of the different side effects that may be associated with the treatment that you need. Most side effects are minimal.