Question 1

how do i know if i should see a massage therapist or a chiropractor?

Accepted Answer

Muscle Spasms: Massage therapists are best for muscular aches and pains as well as spasms.  If you see one and they fail then try a chiropractor.  If you have a joint locked up especially in the spine chiropractors are you best first bet.  Realignment of the spine will help some muscle spasms and pain.

Question 2

what is the safest muscle cream that is over the counter that i can use once a night for a few months? i see a massage therapist and chiropractor.

Accepted Answer

Magnesium oil: Magnesium oil is a very good option for occasional muscular aches and pains. Magnesium acts as a natural muscle relaxant and can help to relax tight muscle groups. You can also take a bath in Epsom salts to help relieve pain, promote relaxation and relieve sore muscles.

Question 3

lower back pain spasm do i see a chiropractor? and or massage therapist.when i stand it hurts &walk but have to wear my weightbelt to help me move

Accepted Answer

C an ortho 1st. : Sounds like u r exercising but don't forget that u r core strength plays a big role in preventing back pain. B sure 2 include it in ur exercise program. Also b4 cing a chiropractor have an evaluation by an orthopedic surgeon or a spine surgeon 1st 2 r/o any serious underlying cause.

Question 4

how do you decide whether you need to go to a massage therapist or a chiropractor?

Accepted Answer

Varies greatly: This depends on what you are trying to treat and who your practitioner is.  For instance craniosacral therapy is done by some some massage therapists and chiropractors - good for various musculoskeletal problems.  Generally, chiropractors work on joints(ribs, spine...).  Massage therapists work on the soft tissue (muscles, connective tissue...). Ideally both joints and soft tissue are treated!

Question 5

what can a chiropractor treat that a massage therapist cant?

Accepted Answer

Malalignment: Well from each point of view(and they each have a distinct one) a chiropractor can treat spinal malalignments; thus relieving muscular 'knots' by promoting 'normal' spinal nerve function.  A massage therapist can relieve the same knots but from the soft tissue perspective by working them out.  Now each discipline has its' merits and pitfalls so my advice is "let the buyer beware".

Question 6

what is the difference between a massage therapist and a chiropractor?

Accepted Answer

Traing and scope: Massage therapist have a more limited traing and educaiton and are very limited in their scope to just relaxation and massage.  A chiropractor has attended chiroparactic school and is limited in their scope of practice by their state board.  They do manipulations, and other  treatments but just massage is not what they are limited to.

Question 7

what are the differences between a massage therapist and a chiropractor?

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Yes: Vertiver is an essential oil that alone or in combination with other oils 
could be used to help reduce stress- physical and mental.It is known as the "oil of tranquility". It could be used by inhalation, baths, massages.
That is a gentle tool for controlling anger in combination with others-
breathing exercises, brisk walking, cognitive behavioral therapy, past life therapy, ...

Question 8

i lifted a tv and hurt my upper left shoulder- went to a chiropractor and he helped with my neck but do i need a massage therapist for my shoulder?

Accepted Answer

Try: A massage therapist may help, however, if there was muscle strain you may need rest.  If there was a more severe injury, you might want to see a doctor or a physical therapist.  Acupuncture may also help.

Question 9

i went to the chiropractor yesterday and my massage therapist was a little heavier handed then i usually have. now my neck and shoulder have swelling.

Accepted Answer

Bad idea: The deep, dangerous thrusting undertaken by chiropractors can be dangerous.  And they usually have no consent form as to the danger.  Never let a chiropractor do anything to your neck.  Those bones are not designed to handle such abuse.  Thoracic and Lumbar vertebrae can withstand such thrusting.  You might entertain the thought that seeing a chiropractor is in fact a waste of money.

Question 10

i was around my massage therapist 10 days before she got a positive covid test (i saw her dec 9) and in between i saw my chiropractor who works at the same office. they all have ppe. i'm pregnant should i get tested regardless of no symptoms?

Accepted Answer

? COVID-19: Although it does not seem that you are ill, many asymptomatic individuals get tested to protect others.  Follow Dr Fowler's excellent time table guidelines.

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Lower back pain spasm do i see a chiropractor? and or massage therapist.when i stand it hurts &walk but have to wear my weightbelt to help me move

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How do you decide whether you need to go to a massage therapist or a chiropractor?

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What can a chiropractor treat that a massage therapist cant?

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What is the difference between a massage therapist and a chiropractor?

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What are the differences between a massage therapist and a chiropractor?

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I lifted a tv and hurt my upper left shoulder- went to a chiropractor and he helped with my neck but do i need a massage therapist for my shoulder?

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I went to the chiropractor yesterday and my massage therapist was a little heavier handed then i usually have. now my neck and shoulder have swelling.

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I was around my massage therapist 10 days before she got a positive covid test (i saw her dec 9) and in between i saw my chiropractor who works at the same office. they all have ppe. i'm pregnant should i get tested regardless of no symptoms?

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