Chiropractic is a natural method of health care with the proven ability
to relieve back pain, increase vitality and promote well-being. For
over a century, doctors of chiropractic have successfully helped
millions of individuals recover from spine-related health problems. As
a result, chiropractic has earned its place as the largest drugless
and non-surgical health care profession in the United States.
The human body possesses a natural ability to restore itself. Life’s
events, such as automobile accidents, sports injuries, repetitive
work and stress are just some of the factors that can overwhelm the
body’s ability to adapt. The joints of the spine immobilize
when these sorts of events occur, limiting ranges of motion. Spinal
joint restriction and/or misalignments, result in irritation and/or
pressure at the spinal nerve.
Chiropractic care can correct these structural distortions, known
as subluxations, restoring the body to its optimal form and function. Local
symptoms of subluxation may include pain, tenderness, swelling, tingling,
numbness or spasm around the joints of the spine, back and neck. Many
times these sensations extend further into the shoulders and arms,
around the rib cage, or into the hips and down the legs. Subluxations
can even lead to headaches, loss of concentration and loss of overall
health.
Doctors of chiropractic are specially trained in the evaluation and
treatment of spinal conditions, which is why an increasing number
of back pain sufferers are turning to them for fast, effective and
reliable care.
The benefits of chiropractic care have been shown to extend beyond
the reduction of back and neck pain. In fact chiropractic has
proven itself as useful in the reduction of headache
pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, jaw pain, sciatica and tingling in the
arms and legs. The rewards of chiropractic care are numerous. Dr.
Urciuoli brings the additional benefit of his vast
experience as
a chiropractic orthopedist. He will use adjunctive
therapies as clinically
indicated, along with his manual techniques to
attain the best results.
Nerve interference can affect anyone, which is why people of all ages
experience relief and improved health through chiropractic care.
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Yes. It’s non-surgical, drug free approach to health places
chiropractic among the safest of all health care practices. Chiropractic
takes nothing out of the body and puts nothing in. As a result,
chiropractors enjoy one of the lowest malpractice rates of all health
care professionals.
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Like all primary care providers, doctors of chiropractic undergo extensive
education and training before becoming licensed professionals. Students
begin by fulfilling undergraduate degree requirements, with a strong
emphasis on the core sciences such as chemistry, anatomy, physiology
and pathology.
The professional program leading to the Doctor of Chiropractic degree
is very demanding. Chiropractic students continue their study
of the sciences at a highly detailed level. Their education
continues into the advanced clinical sciences including orthopedics,
neurology, examination procedures, differential diagnosis and X-ray
interpretation. During this entire process, aspiring doctors
of chiropractic gain knowledge of the philosophy and practice of
health care and chiropractic.
Some choose to advance their education, as Dr. Urciuoli has done,
while in practice, attaining diplomate status in orthopedics,
neurology, nutrition or radiology.
Doctors of chiropractic refine their technical adjusting skills in
technique classes. During clinical internships student doctors
perfect these skills.
Finally, all doctors of chiropractic must pass the rigorous national
board exams and state exams before entering the field.
Your initial visit will begin with a consultation. Dr. Urciuoli
will take a case history and ask about your present condition.
Next, Dr. Urciuoli will perform an examination to evaluate the nature
of your problem. This examination generally includes a series
of basic physical tests as well as a specialized chiropractic/orthopedic
evaluation of spinal movement and posture.
If necessary, Dr. Urciuoli may recommend X-rays or diagnostic tests
to obtain further information about the mechanics of your spine and
the details of your condition. Research indicates that a proper diagnosis
can be gleaned by a proper examination 90% of the time, within a
certain age group, thereby making X-rays necessary only in extreme
cases, when clinically indicated.
After completing the analysis, Dr. Urciuoli will explain your problem
and map out an appropriate plan of action with you. If necessary,
you may be referred to another health care specialist for further
evaluation or treatment. Dr. Urciuoli works with a variety
of health care professionals in the best interest of his patients.
Dr. Urciuoli will discuss your care plan with you, taking into consideration
your health habits, stress and activity levels. Your individual response
to care will be monitored and recommendations may be made regarding
changes to lifestyle, work environment, dietary and exercise patterns.
Following consultation and examination, a program of care will be
designed and customized to your specific needs. This program
is centered around the chiropractic adjustment, a method of treatment
unique to chiropractic, which corrects spinal subluxations and dysfunction. The
primary goal of an adjustment is to improve spinal alignment and
motion, thereby relieving nerve irritation, pressure and pain.
The number of visits you make depends on the nature of your condition
and your personal goals. Many people use chiropractic as part
of a proven health care routine, scheduling chiropractic appointments
on a regular basis to keep their bodies functional and at their best. Others
seek care and treatment for specific conditions with the primary
goal of treatment being pain relief. It is important for you
to discuss your objectives with Dr. Urciuoli in order to develop
a treatment plan that works best for you.
Chiropractic has demonstrated itself to be one of the most cost effective
forms of care in all of the health care market.
Many health care plans provide coverage for chiropractic care. Dr.
Urciuoli, as a result of his long practice experience,
is a participating provider for most insurance
plans. Cash patients
are accepted with payment plans to be discussed with
Dr. Urciuoli.
