Nearly 19,000 people have died since 2014 from opioid overdose. With opioid
addiction at epidemic levels throughout the country, it is more important
than ever for people to have non-pharmaceutical options for dealing with
pain from chronic health conditions or after an accident. While efforts
are being made to develop drugs with less risk of dependency, patients
should still be aware of other options they can explore that are both
effective and safe.
Chiropractic care has been used and proven for centuries. The correct chiropractic
treatment may lessen or eliminate a patient’s need for over-the-counter
or prescription pain medications. Before beginning prescription drug therapy,
patients are advised to always ask about drug-free options that could
help them achieve comparable results. However, many patients are unaware
that they have options, or are unwilling to go this route because they
are worried that their health insurer won’t cover chiropractic care.
In order to spread awareness and help curb opioid abuse and misuse, the
Affordable Care Act has launched a campaign and has taken steps to ensure
that chiropractors are covered providers for allowable services within
their scope of practice.
Read more online via
Forbes.
Contact a Decatur Chiropractor Today
If you are struggling with chronic pain and have not yet considered seeing
a chiropractor, the time is now to contact Georgia Accident Rehab Centers.
Our Georgia chiropractors have helped thousands of patients find effective,
drug-free pain relief since we first opened our doors over a decade ago.
Whether you are experiencing pain because of arthritis or are recovering from an
auto accident injury, our experienced and skilled team of professionals can help you
find the relief you have been seeking.
Contact us today to schedule a free initial consultation.