Behind the Scenes: How Chiropractors Diagnose and Treat Personal Injury Cases
Chiropractors specialize in diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal conditions resulting from personal injuries. If you've ever been in a car accident, suffered a slip and fall, or experienced any other personal injury, you may have wondered how chiropractors diagnose and treat these types of cases. In this post, I'll give you a behind-the-scenes look at what it's like to be a chiropractor working with personal injury patients. Diagnosing Personal Injuries When a patient comes to see me after a personal injury, I first conduct a thorough examination. This includes asking patients about their symptoms, reviewing their medical history, and performing a physical exam. I'm looking for any signs of injury or trauma, such as swelling, bruising, or limited range of motion. Depending on the type and severity of the injury, I may also order diagnostic tests like X-rays or MRI scans. One of the unique things about chiropractors is that we…