Why Chiropractic Care is Essential After Surgery or Injury
At Eastside Ideal Health Issaquah, we guide patients in recovery from surgery or injury using a multidisciplinary approach. Integrating chiropractic care with medical treatment optimizes healing, restores function, and supports long-term health.
Key Insight: Evidence shows that chiropractic management of post-surgical spine pain leads to substantial pain reduction and improved mobility in most patients (Hansen et al., J Chiropractic Med, 2013).
1. Enhances Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
- Chiropractors can safely apply spinal manipulation and soft-tissue techniques after surgical clearance.
- A case series of post-spine surgery patients showed 81% reported >50% pain reduction after chiropractic care (Hansen et al., 2013).
2. Restores Joint Function & Mobility
- Surgical procedures often result in stiff joints and altered movement patterns.
- Chiropractic adjustments help restore spinal biomechanics, aiding functional recovery (Evidence-Based Practice Review, PCA, 2013).
3. Reduces Pain & Medication Dependence
- By improving alignment and soft tissue function, chiropractic care helps reduce pain and inflammation.
- Patients in early chiropractic care after injury had 41% lower risk of surgery compared to those without it (Santa Fe Chiropractic analysis).
4. Complements Medical and Physical Therapies
- Chiropractic care integrates smoothly with physical therapy, enhancing overall recovery outcomes (PMC Review, 2022).
5. Prevents Recurrence & Supports Long-Term Health
- Chiropractors help patients address compensatory patterns and build supportive strength after injury.
- Ongoing maintenance care promotes spinal health, preventing recurrence and improving mobility.
How It Works: A 4-Step Post-Surgery Recovery Strategy
- Medical clearance: Ensure surgery is stable and safe for manual care.
- Motion restoration: Use gentle adjustments and soft-tissue mobilization to regain flexibility.
- Collaborative rehab: Coordinate care with your PT or surgeon to rebuild strength and movement patterns.
- Maintenance and monitoring: Adjust treatment as healing progresses and new goals emerge.
FAQs
Q: Is chiropractic care safe post-surgery?
A: Yes—when cleared by your surgeon. Adjusted techniques respect surgical repairs and focus on gentle mobility.
Q: When should I start chiropractic care?
A: After your surgeon confirms the surgical site is healing—often several weeks post-op—depending on your procedure.
Q: How many sessions are needed?
A: Most patients see improvement in 4–8 weeks, but ongoing maintenance can help prevent recurrence.
Why Eastside Ideal Health Issaquah?
- Specialized care plans for post-surgical and injury recovery.
- Collaborative model integrates chiropractic, rehab, and medical clearance.
- Evidence-informed, patient-first, drug-free path to full recovery.
Ready to begin your post-surgery recovery? Learn more or schedule your consultation at Eastside Ideal Health Issaquah or call (425) 800‑6881.