I’ve been a practicing chiropractor for more than 20 years. In that time I’ve heard my fair share of jokes and misperceptions about the practice that means so much to me. More than anything, I cringe when I hear people say chiropractic care is only for back pain. As a chiropractor, I focus on the entire body and overall wellness. Not only am I one of the few chiropractors in the Winston-Salem area certified in extremities, but I also put great importance on healthy lifestyle habits for all of my patients. If you’re wondering why you should look to chiropractic care for better health, here are a few of my favorite reasons.

1. Help for Headaches. Over 38 million Americans suffer from migraines. More than just a headache, migraine pain can keep you from work, school and activities you enjoy. Spinal manipulation and chiropractic adjustments can help alleviate migraine pain. But more than that, during your visits to my clinic we will talk about triggers and lifestyle adjustments that can help reduce migraines as well. 

2. Foot/Knee Pain. If you have foot pain from plantar fasciitis or Achilles tendonitis, or even if you suffer from knee pain after your morning run, chiropratic care can help. Adjustments of the extremities helps relieve pain and pressure on the nerves in your feet. Here at Foster Chiropractic, we also use Foot Levelers to examine your gait and create custom orthotics. The athletes I work with area always amazed at how getting the right fit in a shoe can help improve knee and hip pain during runs and work outs.  

3. Support for Athletes. Working out every day can be stressful on your body. Chiropractic adjustments can help ease the pain and stiffness from workouts, help you recover quicker, and give you improved range of motion. 

4. Boost Your Immune System. Our bodies are equipped with white blood cells, the tools we need to fight off viruses and illness. Chiropractic adjustments help relieve stress on the nervous system, which in turn stimulates production of white blood cells.

5. Overall Wellness. During your appointment at Foster Chiropractic Clinic, we do much more than just an adjustment. I enjoy working with clients to improve overall health, which means talking about healthy eating habits, smart work out routines and ways to relieve stress. 

If you’re looking to improve your life - whether better sports performance, to reduce pain, or just to feel your best every day, a visit to our office can help. Call us today to schedule your appointment and get started on a path to better health.