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This cracks me up: how to choose a chiropractor

3/11/2019

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Lower Back Pain: Did You Know?

A study by the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, School of Medicine estimated that over 80 percent of Americans will experience an episode of lower back pain (LBP), over the course of their lifetimes. An estimated 31 million Americans are affected by lower back pain (LBP) at any given time. The American Chiropractic Association notes the following: Low back pain (LBP) is the single leading cause of disability worldwide. Outnumbered only by upper-respiratory Infections, back pain is the leading cause of missing work. the average cost of a back injury related workers comp claim can be $40,000 - $80,000 per employee.

The National Center for Biotechnology Information estimates that the loss of productivity, (Hours of work lost, days of work missed and lower wages combined) is over 300 million dollars a year. When the costs of medical care for lower back pain (LBP) is added, the total annual cost rises to over 500 million dollars per annum. In addition, the incidence of chronic lower back pain (LBP) is a major contributor to the opioid crisis, in America.

The above statistics are shocking and the bottom line is that lower back pain (LBP) affects all businesses. The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce would like to offer some tips on how to choose a chiropractor.

How to Choose A Chiropractor: A Few Good Tips
Choosing to use a chiropractor, much like choosing a primary care physician, it's a personal and practical decision. If an employee chooses to make use of a chiropractor, here is a little advice.

Do a Little Research Before Making a Final Choice. 
Know who your doctor is, and what their credentials experience is. Take a little time check reviews. A quick online search for reviews could save you time, money and frustration. A good chiropractor should be accredited by independent and peer reviewed organizations. The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) is one the largest such groups in America.

Get It for Free.
 Just like a lawyer, most chiropractors offer a free consultation to discuss your injury and pain, as well as to answer any questions, including future costs.

Know What Your Insurance Will Pay For.
 You should absolutely know what your insurance plan will pay for Additional costs will come out of your pocket!

Should the time come when one of your employees is the next person to suffer lower back pain (LBP), you will now be prepared to offer them some advice. The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce hopes to encourage business owners to be proactive with their employees and thus reduce potential costs.

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3 Comments
Jocelyn McDonald link
5/20/2019 07:29:22 am

My husband has been having severe pain in his back, and your article had great tips he could use to hire a doctor to help with this issue. I liked how you said my husband should make sure to know what our insurance plan will cover. This keeps additional costs from becoming a surprise, and I'll share this with my husband to help him hire a chiropractor.

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Skyler Williams link
11/7/2019 10:37:16 am

I had no idea that lower back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide. My father has lower back pain and has for years. Maybe he should see a chiropractor soon.

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12/20/2019 12:30:24 am


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