If I See A Chiropractor Do I Have To Keep Going Forever?
Clear Lake Chiropractor Comments: I am always surprised when I talk to people in public and they find out that I am a Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) and they say that they want to try chiropractic care, but they heard that once they start care they have to get adjusted forever. In my Clear Lake City, TX practice, this has not been the case for the 36 years that we have been open.
No, you do not have to keep going forever. Your treatment duration depends entirely on your personal goals and the specific condition being treated. Many patients undergo a short series of treatments to heal an acute injury and stop, while others choose periodic, voluntary wellness care.
Understanding the phases of care helps break down the myth of the “forever” commitment:
- Acute Phase: This involves the initial treatment (sometimes 2 to 3 times a week) to relieve pain and reduce inflammation.
- Corrective Phase: Once pain subsides, visit frequency drops as the focus shifts to restoring mobility, correcting posture, and building strength.
- Maintenance (Wellness) Phase: This is entirely optional. Like getting a routine dental cleaning or a massage, some people choose to return once every few weeks to prevent old issues from returning and manage daily wear-and-tear.
You have complete control over your healthcare decisions and can pause or stop treatment at any time. Some patients continue with maintenance care since they find out that they need less medication and can perform all of their daily activities without pain or discomfort.
Dr. Ward Beecher practices at Beecher Chiropractic Clinic at 1001 Pineloch, Ste 700 Houston, TX 77062. You can schedule an appointment at www.BeecherChiropractic.com or by calling (281) 286-1300. If you have any questions regarding this blog, please comment below!
