Tips for Finding a Chiropractor

Poor posture is a key contributor to nagging back and neck pain.  


This may be something people are experiencing like never before, particularly if they continue to work from home on hard dining chairs instead of soft ergonomic office chairs.  


One way people relieve their back pain is through pain relief medication while others may opt for a massage or turn to chiropractic care.

 

While chiropractic care is one of the most common forms of alternative medicine for addressing back pain, if you've never been to one before you may be wondering how they can help and how to find one that's right for you.


Here’s a list of some useful tips on how to find a good chiropractor.

Search Online and Read Reviews 

While phone directories may have been useful in the past, these days most people search for what they need online.


A simple way to find a chiropractor in your area is by using a search engine such as Google. For example, if you live in Maroubra, you can search for 'chiropractor Maroubra', chiropractors in Maroubra or Maroubra chiropractor to find the top-rated chiropractors in that area. 


During your search, you will also be able to read reviews and see the star-rating of each chiropractor in that area.

Recommendations From Friends and Family

More than one in four Australians suffer from back pain and related musculoskeletal health concerns, so chances are you know someone who has been to a chiropractor before and they can recommend someone good.

Refer to the Australian Chiropractors Association

Another great way to find a chiropractor is by using the free chiropractor search tool on the Australian Chiropractors Association's website. 


Chiropractic care is a form of holistic medicine which may address your musculoskeletal problems. 

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