How Effective and Safe Is Chiropractic Care?
If you have never visited a chiropractor in Boca Raton, FL, you likely have a lot of questions about the safety and efficacy of chiropractic care. At Berger Chiropractic and Wellness, Dr. Glenn Berger is committed to patient education and wants to give you all the information you need to decide if chiropractic care is right for you. Here are the answers to some frequently asked questions we get regarding chiropractic care.
What Education and Training Do Chiropractors Need?
Before becoming a chiropractor, you need to earn a bachelor’s degree at an accredited college or university. You can then enroll in a Doctor of Chiropractic degree program at an accredited chiropractic college. There, you will need to complete a minimum of 4,200 instructional hours, which can take four or five years. During your time in the program, you will complete one or two residencies at a local hospital, veteran’s hospital, or chiropractic clinic. Dr. Berger attended the University of Miami and earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Logan College of Chiropractic in 1988. Additionally, you can pursue further coursework if you aim to become board-certified in a specialty area. For example, as well as being a Board-Certified Chiropractic Physician, Dr. Berger is also a Board-Certified Acupuncturist.
When you graduate, you will need to pass a series of rigorous board examinations administered by the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners. You can then apply to become licensed in your state, which will also require you to pass a test, pass a background check, and provide references. Dr. Berger is licensed in Florida, Missouri, and New Jersey and is a member of the Florida Chiropractic Society.
How Do I Know That Chiropractic Treatment Is Safe?
Chiropractic therapies are non-invasive, drug-free, all-natural, and nonsurgical. They are designed to unlock the body’s ability to heal itself, and do not require downtime or a recovery period. Chiropractic care is very low-risk with almost no chance of negative side effects or complications. All the chiropractic therapies we offer have been rigorously tested and are proven to be safe and effective. Our goal is to provide the least invasive, most effective method of treatment.
How Effective Is Chiropractic Care for Chronic Pain?
Chiropractic care is very effective at offering lasting relief of chronic back pain, neck pain, shoulder pain, and other soft tissue and musculoskeletal pain. Chiropractic therapies can relieve muscle tension and inflammation, reduce joint pain, relieve bruising, reduce the risk of scar tissue buildup, and restore mobility. Chiropractic therapies can also accelerate healing of sports injuries, work injuries, and auto injuries. If you still have doubt, you can take the word of our many satisfied patients.
Learn More About the Benefits of Chiropractic Care
If you’re interested in learning more about the benefits of chiropractic care in Boca Raton, FL, or want to find out if chiropractic treatment is right for you, visit us at Berger Chiropractic and Wellness. Dr. Berger and his team will evaluate your health, discuss your symptoms, and design a personalized treatment plan that relieves pain and improves your overall health. Call us to schedule an appointment, or request more information online.
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