This is a common question I get asked. People often recognize they need care, but are unsure what kind of care is appropriate. Hopefully the following short explanation helps:

  • Massage therapy stimulates blood flow, relaxation, and MUSCLE release.
  • Chiropractic promotes SPINAL alignment, JOINT range of motion, and NERVE conduction. Chiropractors are doctors who have the ability to diagnose and can refer directly for x-rays.

So in general, if your problem is muscular in nature, massage therapy might be the right answer for you. If your problem is joint, spine, or nerve related, chiropractic may be a better fit. A combination of massage and chiropractic can be very effective as well. If you are unsure what the cause of your discomfort is, chiropractic doctors have the ability to diagnose and treat or refer accordingly.

Some specific indications for chiropractic:

  • Trouble checking your blind spot

  • Decreased range of motion

  • Numbness/tingling