A new research article on MedPage Today paints a startling picture of back pain management in the US today. Primary Care Doctors increased their prescription of narcotics for back pain by over 10% between 1999-2010. Also, Harvard Medical School found that "back pain management strategies in the US are "discordant" with current guidelines." There is a better way! Current guidelines indicate chiropractic as a primary option!
Over 11% of visits to Primary Care Doctors are for spine related complaints. Thankfully, I have great working relationships with nearly all of our local Primary Care Doctors. However, if your Doctor has not given chiropractic care as an option for your back pain; then I encourage you to ask. It could make it world of difference.
-Dr. Jeff Langmaid is a chiropractic physician with Florida Orthopaedic Institute in Brandon, FL. He believes in supporting a naturally healthy, active, and pain-free lifestyle for Tampa Bay. Learn more at DrJeffLangmaid.com or join our online health community on Facebook. 813-558-6850
Read the full article at http://www.medpagetoday.com/PainManagement/BackPain/40738