How can the outlook of physical therapy look in comparison to doctor of chiropractic?

Possible: Many times conservative care can include chiropractic care. if you are not better soon (less than 10-15 treatments), then consider other options like a spine fellowship trained pain specialist.

Physical therapy: uses modalities and exercises to stretch and strengthen muscles ( which you can do long term). Chiropractors may do modalities and manipulation. I refer my patients for PT with good results.