Chiropractor or physical therapist?

[Mrsbui]

Any moms out there with sore hip after 8 months of giving birth? It never went away for me and I am curious if I should see a chiropractor or a physical therapist… I feel like either one will tell me to see them and I want real mom advice from experience.

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[JanS]

when did you have your child? do you carry said child on your hip? just curious

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[Genesee Hill]

I am a guy who has had horrible back (upper and lower)and serious problems with my neck, in the past. Chiropractic, recommended by my Group Health physician, has always remedied these conditions. Medical science and Physical therapy was ineffective.

I recommend you try chiropractic first since, in my opinion, it has the greatest chance of giving you the relief that you desire. Physical therapy just does not have the “punch” needed to re-align the spine, and associated bone structures, to get the job done.

I speak from experience. Please read the top paragraph, again. Recommended by my female Group Health Physician. The best advice that I have ever received.

I had always thought Chiropractic was somewhat quackery until 22 years ago. Now, I swear by them for issues related to the neck on down to the waist. The back, particularly.

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[anonyme]

I would recommend a D.O. (osteopath) over a chiropractor. An osteopath employs techniques that differ from a chiropractor in that they also treat the soft tissue injuries that may be involved in the complaint. There is no force or ‘cracking’ used. A D.O. has the same licensing as an M.D. (surgical and prescription privileges) but with exclusive training in osteopathic musculoskeletal manipulation and treatment. I worked for a D.O., and the complaint you describe is common. A combination of osteopathy and acupuncture might be ideal.

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[kayo]

I also think Osteopathic treatment is amazing. I see Cathy Lindsay up in Lake City about once every 2 years when something is seriusly out of whack with my back, hips, or neck. One visit, and I am usually fine (hence the once every couple of years.). She is worth the drive north for treatment.

I also highly recommend Trisha Yost at Life In Balance PT here in West Seattle. She specializes in women’s health issues and has really helped me with various issues. Speaking from experience, your core gets really messed up by babies and PT can really help with that.

I have seen a chiropractor before, but I found the benefits did not last. I know some people swear by it though.

Hope you feel better soon.

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[JoB]

doesn’t it depend upon which chiropractor, DO or physical therapist you see?

my friend in Corvallis sees a physical therapist who works their way towards the physical exercise most of us think of as physical therapy with soft tissue work..

i wish i knew someone like that here

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[Mrsbui]

I had my baby eights months ago and I carry her on both hips depending on which hand is free.:)

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[luckymom30]

Bailey Ferkel 206-933-8498 his office is across from West Seattle Golf Course at 4621 35th Ave SW.

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[JanS]

chiro, osteopathy, acupuncture, and massage…remember that the soft tissue needs to be healthy, too.

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[Franci]

I’ll second the endorsement for Cathy Lindsey. She treated me for a shoulder issue.

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[andrea]

Wow, I had no idea others from WS went up to see Dr. Lindsay also! I will have to third kayo and Franci’s recommendation to see her for osteopathy work. She is a miracle worker with magic hands! She adjusted both me and my twins when they were a few months old and then again when they were about a year old, as they had somewhat ‘traumatic’ births (forceps/suction resulting in some head and neck issues). They have both been issue free since seeing her (minimal illness, no ear infections, no sinus infections, normal growth for age) and my back and hip issues from carrying twins full term and having a regular delivery have been nearly resolved. My mom and sister also see Dr. Lindsey and agree that she is simply the best. You can reach her at (206) 325-5430. Her address is 2025 NE 100th St, Seattle, WA 98125

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[anonyme]

Cathy Lindsey is great. The office I worked for frequently referred patients to her when we were full.

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[sparkettauw]

Hi Mrsbui. I’m six months postpartum and am seeing a physical therapist for some post-delivery issues. I’m seeing April Bolding at WS Highline Physical Therapy and absolutely love her! She has been integral to my ongoing healing. She does pelvic floor and women’s health physical therapy and is also a childbirth educator, so she really really gets it. Feel free to message me privately if you want to chat or have more questions. Good luck!

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[sokr3lz]

From my experience the main differences between chiropractors and physical therapists are:

Chiropractors are good for examining your spine, improving joint mobility, and short term maintenance of pain. Usually requiring multiple visits for a very long time.

Physical Therapists are good for examining your body as a whole, teaching you the appropriate exercises and working on the soft tissue and alignment of joints. Usually only lasting for 4 to six weeks.

Also their way of seeing things is different. Whereas a Chiropractor will tell you that “you keep getting out of line and need to be adjusted more frequently” a Physical Therapist will tell you that you need to regain proper balance of the soft tissue structures through stretching and exercising.

And the #1 main difference:

Chiropractors do the work for you (but more frequently)

And PT’s make you do some of the work (which means you see them less)

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