WHAT DO YOU EXPECT? It matters!
Chiropractic patients have definite
expectations of their chiropractic spinal care provider – a full exam,
a clear diagnosis of the source of pain, detailed
information and guidance on how to cope with it,
and pain relief – one who listens intently, confirms
the realness of their pain, and includes them in
the treatment plan. (1) Sound right? We bet
it does! Our La Grande chiropractic patients expect
the same from our care at Paulette Hugulet, DC, LLC! Athletes and
“geri-active” patients mix it up a little. ATHLETES: Athletes presumed
musculoskeletal assessment and treatment at and beyond the site of injury, symptom improvement, clear communication,
and expertise from their chiropractor as well as
reassurance, advantageous impact on their athletic performance,
and injury prevention input. (2) "GERI-ACTIVEs": Older back pain sufferers want a
lot of the same, too: know
the healthcare system to guide them through it as necessary (important!), communicate clearly, foster an
interpersonal relationship, have a passion for patient care (as well as
comforting patience with the patient!), and have clinical and
diagnostic skill. They also expressed the importance
of interdisciplinary collaboration and their preference for
hands-on treatment of musculoskeletal conditions. (3) La Grande chiropractic
patients want their chiropractors to be healthcare team partners, clear communicators of realistic expectations, skilled hands-on musculoskeletal treatment providers, and great
listeners! Your La Grande chiropractor is all that…and more!
Listen to this PODCAST
with Dr. Nate McKee on The Back
Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson as he meets patient expectations
by clearly explaining the problem – spinal stenosis
and balance – and its treatment plan via the Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management which includes
patient education, spinal manipulation, nutrition, and exercise.
La Grande CHIROPRACTIC TIP OF THE MONTH: Core Stabilization Exercise
Exercise is not just for the athlete! Back pain sufferers
gain from core stabilization to decrease chronic low
back pain. A study in fighter pilots showed
significantly less chronic low back pain and less experience of
neck pain after core stabilization exercise. (4) Older folks
benefit, too, as those who experience with low back pain often have poor postural control which leads to
poor balance and a higher risk of falls. Core stability training
in older women boosted many outcome scores for them: VAS visual
analog scale of pain level, Oswestry disability, timed-up-and-go test,
10-minute walking, and four-square step test. (5) Athlete or not,
young or old, exercise works! Paulette Hugulet, DC, LLC is prepared
to talk with you about what would work for you.
CONTACT Paulette Hugulet, DC, LLC
Thank you for trusting us with your spinal
health. We are right by your side, listening, coaching, and cheering you on! Make your next La Grande
chiropractic appointment today.