No, this isn’t a troll post. Long story short, growing up, I’ve always heard these stories about people getting paralyzed because of chiropractors. Ever since, I’ve been really scared to go to one. I remember when I was in middle school, my mom had a chiropractor appointment booked and I BEGGED her to not go. She went anyway and came back just fine, but for some reason I still can’t get over the fear. I know it’s such a stupid fear but I still cannot get over it (feel free to laugh). I’ve tried watching those chiropractor videos and, of course, the people turn out just fine. But even then a chiropractor appointment seems daunting. Again, I know this all sounds so dumb but it’s one of my biggest fears. This is coming from someone who is fine with almost everything else and I don’t have very many phobias. But I feel like that poses a problem because I don’t know how to get over this one. Is there any way I could get over it? Should I try booking an appointment? Or many try talking to a certified chiropractor? Any advice would be appreciated!
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Do not go to a chiropractor. Ever. It may feel good while they’re “adjusting” you but there is no evidence that cracking your joints provides any medical benefits. It is all risk and very little actual long term reward.
I don’t think this is silly at all but actually very valid. Was in a car crash recently where I had PT and chiro 3x a week. I was honestly scared of the chiropractor too but I’m fine 😅
I went once. He broke one of my ribs! He said likely I had breast cancer that had spread to my bones causing them to be brittle! I saw my GP immediately and he was livid. He called the chiropractor and told him off and had him agree to me being given free gentle Swedish massage treatments. I went a couple of times for massage as I recall. I will never, ever go to a chiropractor again!
Chiropractic is complete quackery. Someone who’s not about to fall asleep can tell you why and provide sources. I would never go to a chiropractor. If no one replies, DM me and I’ll DM you back with info and sources.