Chiropractic medicine is a tremendously effective means of treating back pain and other issues relating to the musculoskeletal system, particularly the spine. Because back pain and misalignment are tremendously common in older patients, seniors on Medicare suffering from misalignment may be able to seek chiropractic services. Seniors on Medicare suffering from spinal misalignment, also called subluxation, may be covered for a chiropractic treatment under Medicare Part B. Still, chiropractic treatment will still come with plenty of other costs that will not be covered by Medicare, such as X-rays and massage therapy, and of course any deductibles and the required 20% of the Medicare approved amount. However, seniors with Medicare advantage plans may be able to get these costs reduced. Read on to learn more about chiropractic medicine.
The Chiropractic Approach
Chiropractic medicine works on the spine to alleviate symptoms and improve the health of your spine. Subluxations can often go unnoticed until pain eventually develops, whether that be back pain, neck pain, stiffness or headache. By fixing subluxations, a chiropractor may be able to reduce or eliminate these symptoms. As part of your central nervous system, taking care of the spine is essential in every regard, hence why even Medicare covers chiropractic medicine. A professional chiropractor will provide you with professional, proven results and friendly care with benefits that will last long after your visit.
Highlights:
- Focuses on your spine
- Can eliminate symptoms like back, neck and head pain
- Can eliminate subluxations
Finding a Chiropractor
Before you can hope to get quality treatment, you’ll need to find a certified chiropractor in your area. To help you find a quality chiropractor, you may first want to speak to your primary care provider for recommendations. If your doctor does not have one, you may want to try talking to a spine specialist or even a physical therapist. Other sources for information include friends and family who may have sought treatment form a chiropractor. You can also use a phonebook or a website like ChiroFind to help you find a local chiropractor. Once you’ve found one you should call to request consultation.
Highlights:
- Talk to a doctor for recommendations
- Speak to friends and family
- Use a phonebook or ChiroFind website
Alternative Non-Surgical Care
Surgery always comes with its fair share of risks and comes with long periods of recovery. And even after you go through all that you might end up needing additional surgeries. Chiropractic medicine can provide alternative non-surgical care that work just effectively without being invasive. It can be used to effectively treat subluxation and even some forms of spinal stenosis. Often chiropractic techniques such as spinal decompression can prove just as effective as surgery in many cases and can eliminate pain for a long period of time.
Highlights:
- Spinal decompression can relieve pain
- Non-invasive technique
- Very few risks
Conclusion
For many patients, chiropractic medicine proves incredibly effective in treating numerous spinal issues, and especially pain associated with those conditions. Seniors on Medicare, may want to consider this non-invasive, safer option than surgery for dealing with back pain as the results may be surprising.