What to look for when choosing the best Santa Fe, NM Chiropractor
Check reviews. Does the chiropractor have multiple reviews from various well-known and respected sources? Read between the lines. Sometimes, you have to separate the hype from what is genuine. If people often refer to a one-visit miracle, it's ok to question the review. Conversely, if there are one or two negative reviews amongst many positive reviews, it's ok to question their validity as well. Some people love to complain which can be verified by checking the other reviews they've posted.
Make a few phone calls. Ask about appointment availability and fees for services such as initial visit, subsequent visits, x-rays, PT modalities, and other therapies.
At this point, you will likely have one or only a few candidates. Here are some tips to look for in your initial and subsequent encounters with the chiropractor:
- Does your chiropractor appear eager to help you improve quickly and answer all your questions?
- Do you feel comfortable with your new chiropractor?
- With effective treatment, most patients will see significant improvement within the first couple weeks of care, usually sooner.
- Is treatment physically comfortable? Occasionally, there may be some minor soreness or even worsening of symptoms after treatment. This could last up to a day or two, and improvement should be evident with continued care.
The following may be warning signs:
- Unnecessary repeat x-ray studies.
- No improvement or even worsening that does not result in a referral elsewhere.
- Pre-sold treatment packages, contracts, and memberships.
- Pressure to sign up for a lengthy treatment program spanning over weeks to months.
Most importantly, your new Santa Fe, NM chiropractor should be willing to refer you to another Santa Fe healthcare provider if chiropractic treatment is not producing positive results in a timely fashion and be honest enough on the initial visit to let you know whether or not you are indeed a candidate for chiropractic care.
