Massage, Physio, Or Chiropractor?
“Chiropractic Care Versus Massage Therapy and Physiotherapy”
One question that some of you have is…. “why should I go to a chiropractor when I can go to a massage therapist or a physiotherapist.
Don’t they do the same thing?” Well, the answer to this question is an emphatic “no”.
They are 3 separate and distinct practises each unto themselves and this is what I would like to clarify for you today.
[flashvideo file=http://lifechiropractic.s3.amazonaws.com/12.02.2014.massage.physio.chiropractic.bi-1.m4v image=https://lifechiropracticcentre.ca/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/massage.physio.chiro_.jpg width=500 height=305 /]Massage therapy deals primarily with your muscles. It is a hands-on technique to physically relax your muscles and improve circulation.
Various types of massage exist.
Some are deep-tissue and more therapeutic, and others are lighter and more of a relaxing type experience.
The deep-tissue massage also helps to soften any scar tissue in your muscles from previous injuries.
Physiotherapy deals mostly with acute injuries such as sprained ankles and knees as well as chronically arthritic joints such as shoulders and knees.
Physiotherapy employs different types of electrical stimulation and range of motion exercises to help reduce pain and improve mobility in the affected joints.
Some also treat people with neck issues and back issues in the same fashion.
Chiropractic focuses on re-aligning your spinal vertebrae which has several benefits.
Pain relief, improved flexibility, improved posture, prevention of spinal degenerative arthritis and most importantly to ensure that all parts of your body receive a proper and healthy nerve supply.
There is no other profession that can do this.
Chiropractors can also re-align your larger skeletal joints such as your shoulders, hips and knees for example if need be.
As you can see, each of these practises has its own unique benefits and one does not replace another.
And it is not uncommon for some patients to require massage or physio concurrently with chiropractic care depending upon their particular circumstance.
If you have any questions on this topic or any other health concerns you or your family may have, all you need to do is give us a call.
Remember that consultations are always free of charge and family appointments are always available. Our phone number is 905 335 LIFE (5433) or you can email us by clicking on the link on our home page.
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