From going meatless on Mondays to working out at home to planting a vegetable garden, prioritizing your health doesn’t have to be overwhelming or costly. Here are some practical tips to help you make wellness a priority and reduce your overall healthcare expenses.
Be Patient and Consistent With Your Care
How old are your health issues? Did you first visit the chiropractor because of a sports injury, car accident, arthritic pain, headaches, or just to maintain your best health? Macro-trauma (car accidents, slip-falls, sports injuries) causes some common problems, but most health maladies also involve micro-trauma (poor posture, bad habits, repeated stress over months or even years, and/or old problems never fully dealt with). Regardless of how your problem started, it’s important to understand that few if any problems come from “nowhere” – even it seems that way.
Chiropractor Dr. Shaye can detect underlying issues like faulty movement patterns (think of them as habits), spinal degeneration, or disc and nerve issues that may not be immediately apparent to you. Give your body time to respond to care, and you may find yourself developing a habit of feeling (and functioning) good—or even great. That’s good news for living well; and for athletes (and parents, and others who need a working body) that means better performance too.
Follow Your Treatment Plan
Just turn on the TV or radio, and you’ll be bombarded with messages that quick fixes like drugs and surgery are answers to our health problems. These “solutions” can be costly and may not provide long-term benefits. According to the American Medical Association, the average American spends over $13,000 on health care each year, including hospital and physician services.
While these conventional solutions can be expensive and may offer only temporary relief, investing in chiropractic care can provide lasting benefits and improve your overall well-being. Sometimes, that care can be intensive, but it’s a worthwhile investment that studies suggest reduces hospital stays, medication & surgery reliance, and out-of-pocket expenses.
Consider chiropractic as an investment in your long-term health. Following your treatment plan diligently can lead to fewer relapses, less dependency on drugs and surgery, and fewer missed days at work. Plus, we believe that life is more FUN, without pain!
Avoid Overexertion and Unnecessary Over-Reliance on Drugs
Chiropractic adjustments can lead to significant improvements in how you feel, but it’s essential to be patient after treatment. Just like a cut needs time to heal, so do injuries and improper nerve patterns. Celebrate your good days wisely and stay on track with your treatment plan for lasting results. You’ll have plenty of time to explore your limits and get back to the activities you love.
Additionally, avoid unnecessary over-the-counter drugs whenever possible. Inflammation is a natural part of the healing process. Overusing painkillers can slow down that healing process, the exact opposite of what you desire. Make the natural methods recommended by your chiropractor the heart of your healing plan.
You Decide What’s Best for You and Your Family
Don’t let insurance companies or big pharma dictate your health care. You have a choice. Insurance terms like “in network,” “covered services,” and “allowables” often prioritize their interests over yours. Take charge of your health and decide what’s best for you and your family. Focus on wellness rather than “sick care.” Making wellness a priority can significantly reduce your family’s healthcare costs for the coming year… and beyond.
Contact Performance Chiropractic today to schedule your chiropractic consultation and start your journey toward maximum health!
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