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A chiropractor is a primary care physician who has specialization in providing care with his/her hands (chiro). They have a deep knowledge of the spine and the musculoskeletal system and provide care by restoring joint function without the use of unnecessary medications or surgery.
Dr. Ronald Ayello
Dr. Ronald Ayello is a Chiropractor who graduated from New York Chiropractic College in 2019. Dr. Ron pursued a Chiropractic Education due to his experiences as a gymnast from adolescence to adulthood. From middle school to the end of high school, Dr. Ron competed for the Junior Olympic Program for USA Gymnastics. During College, Dr. Ron competed at the college level in Gymnastics, accumulating over a decade of competitive gymnastic experience. Throughout this time, Dr. Ron became well acquainted with physical rehabilitation, and decided he wanted to help others continue participating in sports and physical activity. With this goal in mind, Dr. Ron recognized Chiropractic would provide him with the knowledge required to perform this task. Since 2019, Dr. Ron has expanded his skills for the purpose of improving treatment quality for anyone in physical rehabilitation.
What to expect when visiting a chiropractor?
The chiropractor will take a history of your problem. You will be asked to complete a form that details your current condition and your medical history. Then the chiropractor will obtain your history and conduct a physical exam. The chiropractor may order some additional tests, X-rays, CT or MRI scans. The chiropractor will then have enough information to be able to let you know why you are having your symptoms and to be able to help you. In case the chiropractor feels that your problem is not in his/her scope of work they will refer you to your physician or make an appropriate referral.
What conditions or problems are treated by a chiropractor?
Usual conditions treated by a chiropractor are related to back, neck pain and spinal problems. Additionally, they treat sciatica, headaches, shoulder pain, elbow and wrist pain, hip, knee, ankle and foot pain.
How does a chiropractor treat my condition or problem?
Chiropractors use many techniques to reduce pain, improve mobility and increase your flexibility and functioning. Hand-delivered adjustments of spine are one of the mainstays of chiropractic care. They will also help you with heat, massage, ultrasound and specific exercises. They can also give you lifestyle, ergonomic and dietary recommendations that may help your condition.
What is Preventive Chiropractic Care?
Chiropractic care is used by many to help maximize function of the nervous and musculoskeletal system. It is akin to getting your regular dental care. It is part of being healthy, exercising and having good nutrition, stress regulation and good skeletal hygiene. To live a long, active, energetic life it is important to have good back that is pain free. Many of our daily activities like sitting, lack of exercise and poor posture contribute to back pain.
Back pain is currently that 80% of population will experience in their lifetime. One half of Americans admit to having back pain symptoms each year. Nearly 264 million lost days of work are reported each day due to this condition. It is the third leading cause as to why patients visit a doctor. Hence, the role of a chiropractor for preventive care is very important.
Chiropractic for Sports
Chiropractors are essential for sports related injury management from Venus Williams to Arnold Shwarzenegger have had chiropractors as part of their overall athletic careers. From preventing injuries to advising about neuromuscular control to treatment. If you are an athlete you should have chiropractic as part of your treatment plan.