What does a chiropractor do?

A chiropractor is a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the neuromusculoskeletal system (nerves, muscles, bones).  Chiropractors utilize a drug-free, hands-on approach to examine, diagnose, and treat patients with pains and problems of the nerves, muscles, and bones (and joints!) all over the body-NOT just backs and necks.

Chiropractors can perform laboratory testing, take and order diagnostic imaging, and perform orthopedic examinations in order to assess a patient for treatment.  In addition to relieving body aches and pains through a variety of therapeutic techniques (massage, trigger point work, adjustments, dry needling, kinesiology taping, etc), chiropractors may also offer nutritional advice, prescribe rehabilitative exercises, and offer lifestyle modifications.  Though the scope of practice (ie. what chiropractors are allowed to do by law) of a chiropractor in Frederick, MD is quite vast, we readily refer out to other specialists and professionals when need be.