Special Information for Medical Doctors
If you are a medical doctor in Central Illinois, thank you for taking the time to learn about Groves Family Chiropractic. I want you to know that I am different than many other chiropractors because I work with medical doctors. I will never deny a patient the proper care the he or she needs.
When a patient comes in to see me, I do not simply lay the patient down and adjust him or her. I perform a thorough examination which includes range of motion testing, muscle tone and strength analysis, neurological examination, and orthopedic examination. I also take x-rays when needed for a proper understanding of the patient's anatomical presentation. If I truly believe that I can help a patient, I will tailor my treatment plan on an individual level.
My short-term goal is to decrease pain in my patients, but I also work to realign the skeletal structure, which can take a lot of stress off the joints, ligaments, muscles, discs, and nearby neuronal structures. When structure is improved, improved function usually follows. I have a treat-and-release policy where I look for improved function objectively as well as subjectively. If I find that chiropractic is insufficient for the patient I work with his or her medical doctor to make sure things like NSAIDS, rehabilitation, or other options are not neglected.
As far as safety is concerned, I ask that you take a look at this chiropractic research which has been provided by the Foundation for Chiropractic Progress. It explains much of what we do as well as safety, effectiveness, and philosophy. If you ever have any questions about what I do or if I can help one of your patients, please don't hesitate to email drgroves@grovesfamilychiro.com. Thank you for your time.
When a patient comes in to see me, I do not simply lay the patient down and adjust him or her. I perform a thorough examination which includes range of motion testing, muscle tone and strength analysis, neurological examination, and orthopedic examination. I also take x-rays when needed for a proper understanding of the patient's anatomical presentation. If I truly believe that I can help a patient, I will tailor my treatment plan on an individual level.
My short-term goal is to decrease pain in my patients, but I also work to realign the skeletal structure, which can take a lot of stress off the joints, ligaments, muscles, discs, and nearby neuronal structures. When structure is improved, improved function usually follows. I have a treat-and-release policy where I look for improved function objectively as well as subjectively. If I find that chiropractic is insufficient for the patient I work with his or her medical doctor to make sure things like NSAIDS, rehabilitation, or other options are not neglected.
As far as safety is concerned, I ask that you take a look at this chiropractic research which has been provided by the Foundation for Chiropractic Progress. It explains much of what we do as well as safety, effectiveness, and philosophy. If you ever have any questions about what I do or if I can help one of your patients, please don't hesitate to email drgroves@grovesfamilychiro.com. Thank you for your time.
