Chiropractic... A Heaven Sent Or A Big Rip Off? - GoFuckYourself.com

GTS Mark · 07-27-2004, 10:24 PM

I go to Chiro 3 times a week, and I feel great just after the adjustment. I rarely ever get sick and I feel more energized. But holy shit if I miss my adjustments for a week or so I start getting really stiff and getting down.

Is Chiro a big addicting massage treatment that sucks all the money out of you or is it a great healthy treatment that everyone can benefit from.

Your

?

DH

TheJimmy · 07-27-2004, 10:27 PM

I love it, but I've also been annoyed with having to go/pay regularly to get the really nice results...

however, when you think of it like brushing your teeth it's not soo bad...I like the way my breath smells and teeth feel when I brush regularly...so I just do it

pornguy · 07-27-2004, 10:28 PM

I think that in the long run, they are more damage then they are worth.

My mom used them for several years, and then for some reason had to stop. It took her months to get over the stiffness that cam after. ( withdrawls ) hehehe

that was about 25 years ago. and she still has some probelms with bad weather..

sixxxth_sense · 07-27-2004, 10:28 PM

a big ripoff,

i've been through it all, that shit fucked up my back badd!!!!

don't ever go, its not good for u! best thing to do is work OUT!!!

WiredGuy · 07-27-2004, 10:29 PM

A business model which recurs at 3 times per week. You tell me

WG

baddog · 07-27-2004, 10:29 PM

it is the biggest scam around . . . ask any insurance company . . . they tweak you with a timer, so you have to keep coming back.

I can assure you that if you go to a real doctor, follow the therapy that they prescribe, the pain will go away. . . permanently

GTS Mark · 07-27-2004, 10:30 PM

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Originally posted by sixxxth_sense
a big ripoff,

i've been through it all, that shit fucked up my back badd!!!!

don't ever go, its not good for u! best thing to do is work OUT!!!

Well I play golf regularly and play hockey at least 1-2 a week. I think I am getting adequete excercise I just need to cut down on the barley intake

DH

Evil1 · 07-27-2004, 10:30 PM

you can grow weed for free in your closet, it's extremely expensive to keep a chiropractor in your closet for those times you need them

Shortbread · 07-27-2004, 10:32 PM

Hmm, that's a tough one. A lot of people have had major debates over this one. I know people that swear by them and people that swear at them. Personally, I use them as a fixer-upper. I was in a car accident and totalled my car years ago, if I didn't go to a chiropractor, I wouldn't have been able to do anything for a lond time. Instead, I was back to normal in weeks. On the other hand, I don't think it is healthy to rely on them to help you feeling normal on a day to day basis, unless you have serious back problems to begin with.

eroswebmaster · 07-27-2004, 10:34 PM

I love going to the chiropractor...however there has been studies to suggest recently that there is the danger of stroke due to the wrenching of the neck and it tearing vessels in the neck.

TheJimmy · 07-27-2004, 10:35 PM

as a few pointed out, really the best bet in making or keeping your back in good shape is the gym...and swimming, walking, etc...

but man those adjustments feel good if you got a good DC...

twistyneck · 07-27-2004, 10:37 PM

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Originally posted by WiredGuy
A business model which recurs at 3 times per week. You tell me
WG

Good point, very good point. I wonder if CCBill has a "rebilled daily for your convenience" option...

GTS Mark · 07-27-2004, 10:55 PM

My chiro doctor has like an assembly line going at his office. He lines people up basically and you will wait from 5 minutes up to 45 minutes to get your adjustment. I totally hate his system but aparently I am too dumb to leave. The crazy thing is the adjustment takes no longer than 2 mins!!

DH

zanycash Pete · 07-27-2004, 10:58 PM

If they don't know what they are doing they can make your back worse!

candyflip · 07-27-2004, 11:03 PM

I love the Chiro. I got 2 times a week now. My buddy is my doctor, so I don't mind that he bilks my insurance company for hundreds of dollars each week for a few in and out visits.

SleazeQueen · 07-27-2004, 11:30 PM

I wanted to go to a chiropractor for my back, but my doctor sent me to physical therapy instead. I was diagnosed with a herniated disc in my lower back (L4). I've had 3 months of physical therapy, starting at 2x a week and going to 2x a month. Mostly I got deep tissue massage and stabilization of my back.

We worked a lot on how to strengthen the muscles that support that area of my back and I've noticed a HUGE improvement. I'm now doing 20 minutes of "core pilates" at home 6 days a week and walking as much as I can find time for. My stomach and back muscles are so much stronger and my back and legs are way more flexible from working out with the ball and the band.

If I had it to do all over again, knowing what I know now, I'd do the physical therapy a lot earlier than I did. I wouldn't even think about a chiropractor.

baddog · 07-27-2004, 11:33 PM

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Originally posted by SleazeQueen
I wanted to go to a chiropractor for my back, but my doctor sent me to physical therapy instead. I was diagnosed with a herniated disc in my lower back (L4). I've had 3 months of physical therapy, starting at 2x a week and going to 2x a month. Mostly I got deep tissue massage and stabilization of my back.

We worked a lot on how to strengthen the muscles that support that area of my back and I've noticed a HUGE improvement. I'm now doing 20 minutes of "core pilates" at home 6 days a week and walking as much as I can find time for. My stomach and back muscles are so much stronger and my back and legs are way more flexible from working out with the ball and the band.

If I had it to do all over again, knowing what I know now, I'd do the physical therapy a lot earlier than I did. I wouldn't even think about a chiropractor.

the above is exactly what I am talking about. I had a lot of experience in this field when I was involved in law, and there is a reason why insurance companies will fight a chiropracter claim and accept one from an MD.

robfantasy · 07-27-2004, 11:34 PM

ya i enjoy getting deep tissue massages from my girlfriend before and after sex

Morgan · 07-27-2004, 11:36 PM

Its a nice temporary fix. But forget walking on your own after 60 years old.

Magg · 07-27-2004, 11:37 PM

holy crap, id never let them touch me... one wrong move and poof i have a broken spine or neck.... YAH RIGHT, im just fine thank you.

Holly · 07-27-2004, 11:57 PM

Oh god, I love it. It feels so good.

My best friend since kindergarten and her husband are both chiropractors, so luckily I don't have to pay for it. My BCBS insurance covers it, though.

WarChild · 07-28-2004, 12:06 AM

Got to be a reason that they're not Medical Doctors ... NO M.D. after the title usually

baddog · 07-28-2004, 12:27 AM

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Originally posted by WarChild
Got to be a reason that they're not Medical Doctors ... NO M.D. after the title usually

exactly

xclusive · 07-28-2004, 12:30 AM

As with anything it matter what doctor you go too, There are some that want to fix your back and ones that want to fix their wallet.

theking · 07-28-2004, 12:44 AM

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Originally posted by DrinkingHard
I go to Chiro 3 times a week, and I feel great just after the adjustment. I rarely ever get sick and I feel more energized. But holy shit if I miss my adjustments for a week or so I start getting really stiff and getting down.

Is Chiro a big addicting massage treatment that sucks all the money out of you or is it a great healthy treatment that everyone can benefit from.

Your ?

DH

At best they are a temporary fix...and sometimes this is just a "placebo effect"...at the worse they can do more damage to you.

mule · 07-28-2004, 12:49 AM

DH, my dad had back trouble all his live, and went to a chiropractor regularly. Now, he can hardly walk, is in constant agony, and is fast approaching the point where he'll have to get a wheelchair. Many specialists who've recently treated him say that the chiropractor was (at least partly) to blame.

theking · 07-28-2004, 01:01 AM

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Originally posted by mule
DH, my dad had back trouble all his live, and went to a chiropractor regularly. Now, he can hardly walk, is in constant agony, and is fast approaching the point where he'll have to get a wheelchair. Many specialists who've recently treated him say that the chiropractor was (at least partly) to blame.

How unusual...an intelligent post...from a Mule. I personally know of similar cases.

Goatse · 07-28-2004, 01:52 AM

I think they're good for minor tweakings here and there, but I wouldn't trust them with major injuries or chronic back/neck problems.

mule · 07-28-2004, 03:24 AM

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Originally posted by theking
How unusual...an intelligent post...from a Mule.

I love you too, PF

reynold · 07-28-2004, 03:40 AM

i'm in between...cant really decide which end i would take

07-27-2004, 10:24 PM	#1
GTS Mark Vrume Mark Industry Role: Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 20,912	Chiropractic... A Heaven Sent Or A Big Rip Off? I go to Chiro 3 times a week, and I feel great just after the adjustment. I rarely ever get sick and I feel more energized. But holy shit if I miss my adjustments for a week or so I start getting really stiff and getting down. Is Chiro a big addicting massage treatment that sucks all the money out of you or is it a great healthy treatment that everyone can benefit from. Your ? DH

07-27-2004, 10:27 PM	#2
TheJimmy ICQ- five seven 0 2 5 5 0 Join Date: Jan 2001 Posts: 10,747	I love it, but I've also been annoyed with having to go/pay regularly to get the really nice results... however, when you think of it like brushing your teeth it's not soo bad...I like the way my breath smells and teeth feel when I brush regularly...so I just do it __________________ Investor with 5m - 15m USD to invest. Do you have a site or network of sites earning 50k - 200k a month income? Email your contact and preliminary data to: domain.cashventures (at) gmail.com....Please...no tire kickers...serious offers and inquiries only.

07-27-2004, 10:28 PM	#3
pornguy Too lazy to set a custom title Industry Role: Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Homeless Posts: 62,911	I think that in the long run, they are more damage then they are worth. My mom used them for several years, and then for some reason had to stop. It took her months to get over the stiffness that cam after. ( withdrawls ) hehehe that was about 25 years ago. and she still has some probelms with bad weather.. __________________ PornGuy skype me pornguy_epic AmateurDough The Hottes Shemales online! TChicks.com \| Angeles Cid \| Mariana Cordoba \| MAILERS WELCOME!

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Evil1 Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Mar 2002 Posts: 3,893	you can grow weed for free in your closet, it's extremely expensive to keep a chiropractor in your closet for those times you need them __________________

07-27-2004, 10:28 PM	#4
sixxxth_sense So Fucking Banned Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: T.O. Posts: 2,430	a big ripoff, i've been through it all, that shit fucked up my back badd!!!! don't ever go, its not good for u! best thing to do is work OUT!!!

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baddog So Fucking Banned Industry Role: Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: the beach, SoCal Posts: 107,089	it is the biggest scam around . . . ask any insurance company . . . they tweak you with a timer, so you have to keep coming back. I can assure you that if you go to a real doctor, follow the therapy that they prescribe, the pain will go away. . . permanently

07-27-2004, 10:32 PM	#9
Shortbread Confirmed User Join Date: Dec 2003 Posts: 2,181	Hmm, that's a tough one. A lot of people have had major debates over this one. I know people that swear by them and people that swear at them. Personally, I use them as a fixer-upper. I was in a car accident and totalled my car years ago, if I didn't go to a chiropractor, I wouldn't have been able to do anything for a lond time. Instead, I was back to normal in weeks. On the other hand, I don't think it is healthy to rely on them to help you feeling normal on a day to day basis, unless you have serious back problems to begin with. __________________ http://www.makingcoin.com http://www.coinscuties.com 203813007

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eroswebmaster March 1st, 2003 Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Seat 4 @ Venetian Poker Room Posts: 20,295	I love going to the chiropractor...however there has been studies to suggest recently that there is the danger of stroke due to the wrenching of the neck and it tearing vessels in the neck. __________________ For rent - ICQ 127-027-910 Click here for more details

07-27-2004, 10:35 PM	#11
TheJimmy ICQ- five seven 0 2 5 5 0 Join Date: Jan 2001 Posts: 10,747	as a few pointed out, really the best bet in making or keeping your back in good shape is the gym...and swimming, walking, etc... but man those adjustments feel good if you got a good DC... __________________ Investor with 5m - 15m USD to invest. Do you have a site or network of sites earning 50k - 200k a month income? Email your contact and preliminary data to: domain.cashventures (at) gmail.com....Please...no tire kickers...serious offers and inquiries only.

07-27-2004, 10:55 PM	#13
GTS Mark Vrume Mark Industry Role: Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 20,912	My chiro doctor has like an assembly line going at his office. He lines people up basically and you will wait from 5 minutes up to 45 minutes to get your adjustment. I totally hate his system but aparently I am too dumb to leave. The crazy thing is the adjustment takes no longer than 2 mins!! DH

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candyflip Carpe Visio Industry Role: Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: New York Posts: 43,064	I love the Chiro. I got 2 times a week now. My buddy is my doctor, so I don't mind that he bilks my insurance company for hundreds of dollars each week for a few in and out visits. __________________ Spend you some brain. Email Me

07-27-2004, 11:30 PM	#16
SleazeQueen Confirmed User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Western WA Posts: 634	I wanted to go to a chiropractor for my back, but my doctor sent me to physical therapy instead. I was diagnosed with a herniated disc in my lower back (L4). I've had 3 months of physical therapy, starting at 2x a week and going to 2x a month. Mostly I got deep tissue massage and stabilization of my back. We worked a lot on how to strengthen the muscles that support that area of my back and I've noticed a HUGE improvement. I'm now doing 20 minutes of "core pilates" at home 6 days a week and walking as much as I can find time for. My stomach and back muscles are so much stronger and my back and legs are way more flexible from working out with the ball and the band. If I had it to do all over again, knowing what I know now, I'd do the physical therapy a lot earlier than I did. I wouldn't even think about a chiropractor. __________________ Bush can no more fire Rove than Charlie McCarthy could fire Edgar Bergen.

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Magg Confirmed User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: ICQ: 132497047 Posts: 4,467	holy crap, id never let them touch me... one wrong move and poof i have a broken spine or neck.... YAH RIGHT, im just fine thank you.

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Holly Too lazy to set a custom title Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Jesusland Posts: 10,017	Oh god, I love it. It feels so good. My best friend since kindergarten and her husband are both chiropractors, so luckily I don't have to pay for it. My BCBS insurance covers it, though. __________________ War National Damn Champions Eagle

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WarChild Let slip the dogs of war. Industry Role: Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Bermuda Posts: 17,263	Got to be a reason that they're not Medical Doctors ... NO M.D. after the title usually

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xclusive Too lazy to set a custom title Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 35,218	As with anything it matter what doctor you go too, There are some that want to fix your back and ones that want to fix their wallet.

07-28-2004, 12:49 AM	#26
mule Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: hamsterdam Posts: 6,085	DH, my dad had back trouble all his live, and went to a chiropractor regularly. Now, he can hardly walk, is in constant agony, and is fast approaching the point where he'll have to get a wheelchair. Many specialists who've recently treated him say that the chiropractor was (at least partly) to blame. __________________ Converting like a mofo

07-28-2004, 01:52 AM	#28
Goatse Confirmed User Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 2,086	I think they're good for minor tweakings here and there, but I wouldn't trust them with major injuries or chronic back/neck problems.

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reynold Too lazy to set a custom title Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Global Traveler Posts: 51,271	i'm in between...cant really decide which end i would take