What We Offer at Prough Chiropractic
Patient Care
• Dr. Prough has trained extensively over the past 18 years on various methods and techniques of analysis and adjusting as well as rehabilitation of the spine. He can also utilize a mixture of several techniques depending on the patient, their condition, and their personal preferences. The most often used techniques include: diversified method, flexion/distraction, drop table adjustments and Activator method. • Pediatric Chiropractic care utilizing extremely delicate and gentle adjustments for children. We believe that it is better to grow healthy children than to fix broken adults.
• Rehabilitation exercise for ongoing spinal and joint support and foot orthotics/shoe inserts for spinal pelvic stabilization
• Education focusing on the most effective avenues to optimal health
• State of the art digital postural analysis for customized foot orthotics/shoe inserts for spinal pelvic stabilization State of the Art Diagnostics
• Complete consultation and examination services to evaluate the necessity for Chiropractic care and appropriate referral to medical specialists if needed
• X-ray services available
Onsite Physiotherapy Services
• Ultrasound and electrical stimulation utilizing SmartSound™ the latest in ultrasound technology
• Therapeutic massage services ranging from specific area trigger point therapy to full-body massage therapy with our certified massage therapist
Questions and Answers on Chiropractors
Can a Chiropractor help me with my problem?
A Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.) will perform a thorough examination to diagnose the cause of your problem. This will determine if Chiropractic treatment can help you. If necessary, he may order special tests such as x-rays or lab tests. Your D.C. will then explain your diagnosis, recommend a treatment plan and discuss treatment options. If at any time it is discovered that you require attention from a medical doctor, your Chiropractor will refer you to the appropriate medical specialist.
Do I have to have x-rays taken?
Spinal X-rays are usually taken depending on your age, and situation. There are a few reasons why we would not take x-rays on certain patients including pregnancy, children on a case by case basis, recent usable spinal x-rays and some other various situations. Aside from these situations, x-rays are a vital part of the examination process when looking for vertebral subluxations. X-rays give us important information including the position of the spinal bones, and the quality of the spine and safety of adjusting it. X-rays also tell us the relative length of time subluxations may have been involved in your spine. .
What kind of treatments do Chiropractors use?
Chiropractors are best known for using spinal adjustments. However in addition to adjustments, Chiropractors employ a variety of other treatments including soft tissue therapies (such as myofascial release or trigger point therapy), physiotherapy modalities (such as ultrasound and electrical stimulation), therapeutic exercise (such as lumbar stabilization) and massage therapy. In any case, the appropriate treatments will be determined based upon your specific condition.
How many treatments will I need?
That depends on the nature and severity of your condition. It also depends upon your personal health goals. Chiropractic care is not addictive. However, with regular and routine Chiropractic care you will enjoy a healthier life. That does not mean that you will never get sick. Yet with regular Chiropractic care you will get well faster and heal faster from most injuries. Chiropractic Care is preventative care as well as allowing your body to have the best chance for ongoing health development.
Will I have to keep coming back forever?
No, not if it is not a part of your health development program. Just as you have the choice whether to return to the dentist for ongoing checkups, or the medical physician for ongoing checkups or the beautician for ongoing hair care, or the gym for ongoing exercise etc. Many choose to return regularly and use Chiropractic as a way to help them achieve and maintain a more optimal state of health so they can perform at their best. That is why most of the premier athletes in the world get regular Chiropractic checkups. Routine Chiropractic visits will maintain proper alignment of your spine and in many cases prevent serious injury. The goal of Chiropractic treatment is remove subluxations (have this word linked to the subluxation page) and allow your body to heal itself and maintain optimum health.
At what age should Chiropractic begin?
Chiropractic is extremely safe and beneficial for any age. Everyone knows of the benefits of Chiropractic for adults and the elderly. Children have experienced incredible results as well.
Nutrition and Supplement Programs and Products
Vitamins and Supplements: To promote health and wellness to our patients. We offer a range of vitamins and supplements. To learn how you can benefit from adding vitamins and supplements to your diet, consultations can be scheduled with Dr. Prough. Call 724-731-0210 to schedule your appointment to discuss your questions and concerns. Vitamins and Supplements are a natural way to balance your body's health.
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