Can You Believe This?

Last week the American Medical Association came out supporting a ban on pharmaceutical advertising (full article in the Washington Post).  This was a major step for the medical community.  There's no way to sugar coat the reality that the pharmaceutical companies are in business to make money.  As they say, "the proof is in the numbers."  From 1997 to 2007, direct to consumer advertising went from $300 million to $3 BILLION.  This has led to many problems, one being driving up the cost of healthcare.  Another problem is that the doctors aren't allowed to be doctors, meaning patients come in with a certain complaint and demanding a medication they saw on tv.  Unfortunately, this form of healthcare is just chasing symptoms.  Which is why you hear of people who get on one medication and eventually end up on multiple meds.  One med to counteract the adverse symptoms of the previous med.  

Fortunately, everyone already has access to a form of healthcare that doesn't chase symptoms and gets to the CAUSE of the problem.  That healthcare is Chiropractic.  Surprised?  You see, Chiropractic works to detect problems in the function of the nervous system.  And, the nervous system controls how the entire body functions.  The spine has a direct impact on how the brain and spinal cord function which is why Chiropractic works so well!  With a carefully and specific adjustment, Chiropractors work better motion and position of the spine improving the communication from the brain to the body and the body to the brain.  Many people enjoy improved energy, better sleep, better digestion, better immune function, and much, much more.  People who typically have headaches or migraines have a remarked decrease.  All because the nervous system is functioning better!

If you've ever wondered if Chiropractic can help you, or maybe you're unsure about Chiropractic but would like to learn more, schedule a time at Walton Clinic to sit down with the doctors to discuss your concerns.  Or, call our office at (217) 544-4000.

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