Since there's so many different types of chiropractors, referrals are the best way to find a reputable chiropractor. Below is my top recommendations for finding a good chiropractor based on my experience of referring patients to other chiropractors around the country.
1. Find a happy customer who can refer you to their chiropractor.
2. Find a chiropractor with at least 3 years of experience.
Chiropractors with over 3 years experience have adjusted enough people to develop the skills, experience and practice intuition to deliver higher quality service.
3. Find a chiropractor who has access to x-rays.
Not all chiropractors will have x-ray equipment in their office, but with image companies popping up everywhere x-rays can be taken inexpensively. Your chiropractor will be able to evaluate your biomechanics from your x-ray. X-rays will reveal the location and extent of the subluxation (misalignment of the spine).
4. Find and alumni of Palmer College of Chiropractic or Life University. These are the largest, most reputable and prestigious chiropractic colleges in the world. You can call these colleges for a list of alumni who are practicing in your area.
5. Call the chiropractors you're interested in seeing and ask the questions above. Ask if you can have a complementary telephone or in-person evaluation. If your intuition tells you this is the right chiropractor for you, then you're on the right track. Your intuition is usually right. If not, keep interviewing for a chiropractor who you may feel will serve your needs.
Good luck! To your health... to a happier and a higher quality of life through wonderful chiropractic!
About the author:
Dr. Gordon Fimreite, is clinical director at Chiropractic In Chicago Loop. He's been practicing chiropractic for over 15 years and has a passion for chiropractic and health. He is state and board certified in chiropractic and graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic, the founding college of the chiropractic profession and the first such college in the world. Dr. Fimreite can be reached through his website at http://www.ChiropracticInChicagoLoop.com or his clinic at (312) 888-1707.
1. Find a happy customer who can refer you to their chiropractor.
2. Find a chiropractor with at least 3 years of experience.
Chiropractors with over 3 years experience have adjusted enough people to develop the skills, experience and practice intuition to deliver higher quality service.
3. Find a chiropractor who has access to x-rays.
Not all chiropractors will have x-ray equipment in their office, but with image companies popping up everywhere x-rays can be taken inexpensively. Your chiropractor will be able to evaluate your biomechanics from your x-ray. X-rays will reveal the location and extent of the subluxation (misalignment of the spine).
4. Find and alumni of Palmer College of Chiropractic or Life University. These are the largest, most reputable and prestigious chiropractic colleges in the world. You can call these colleges for a list of alumni who are practicing in your area.
5. Call the chiropractors you're interested in seeing and ask the questions above. Ask if you can have a complementary telephone or in-person evaluation. If your intuition tells you this is the right chiropractor for you, then you're on the right track. Your intuition is usually right. If not, keep interviewing for a chiropractor who you may feel will serve your needs.
Good luck! To your health... to a happier and a higher quality of life through wonderful chiropractic!
About the author:
Dr. Gordon Fimreite, is clinical director at Chiropractic In Chicago Loop. He's been practicing chiropractic for over 15 years and has a passion for chiropractic and health. He is state and board certified in chiropractic and graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic, the founding college of the chiropractic profession and the first such college in the world. Dr. Fimreite can be reached through his website at http://www.ChiropracticInChicagoLoop.com or his clinic at (312) 888-1707.
