(828) 526-0173 | [email protected] | Copyright 2024 – All Rights Reserved.
Where to Turn
Written By: Dr. Sue Aery - Aery Chiropractic & Acupuncture | Issue: May 2023
Navigating the profound challenges of healthcare requires the wise counsel of a compassionate advocate.
Dr. Sue Aery
Health can be a difficult journey these days. Where do I go, how soon can I be seen, do I need surgery or drugs?
These are hard questions, especially when the situation is dire. Severe pain, bleeding, unrelenting symptoms, coughing and many other health challenges can often be overwhelming to the individual and their family.
Managed healthcare is not as simple as it once was and there are too many questions that go unanswered along the journey. Alternative care can often help in this process and, especially in situations where pain is what is driving the need for immediate care.
I often find that I am part of this journey for my patients as they seek support, counsel and alternative treatments. As a chiropractic physician, I can hold the role as advocate, and sometimes director, when it comes to knowing where to turn and who to see first. Sometimes the ER is necessary when immediate tests need to be done to gain information, drugs need to be recommended and questions need answers.
Sometimes a patient just needs peace of mind, knowing that their situation is not life threatening. Often, once the worst scenarios are ruled out, patients come to our office for care, knowing that alternative options can help. The therapies that we offer are often enough to quell the pain and restore function, whether healing comes to fruition or buys enough time for the patient before they undergo more drastic procedures. When someone comes to my office with severe pain, we can offer therapies that can relieve the pain, allowing the opportunity for the patient to find some clear direction if they then need a specialist.
Sometimes, guidance is all that’s necessary for someone to know who to call and what tests are needed. There are even instances when we can help the patient reduce the pain and put them on a healing journey and they don’t need to seek a specialist. These days, the more professionals we have in our corner, listening, caring and offering education as well as healing, the better the healing journey can happen with efficiency. Don’t rule out the natural approach and our ability as chiropractic physicians to help you on your journey to feeling better and whole again.
Whether we are treating you solely or helping guide you to the next level of care, seeking help from a good chiropractor can be a great first step in your process of overcoming pain and dysfunction.
