first few days of treatment. I will do my best to detect during the examination any contraindication for treatment; however, if there is any condition that does not become apparent during the evaluation, it is your responsibility to inform me.
The probability of those risks occurring.
Fractures are uncommon events and usually result from an underlying weakness of the bone, which I evaluate during the collection of your medical history and during the physical and radiographic examination. Stroke has been a topic of much debate. Its incidence is extremely rare, and is estimated to occur in one in a million to one in five million cervical adjustments. The other complications are also considered uncommon.
The availability and nature of other treatment options.
Other treatment options for your condition may include:
- Over-the-counter pain relievers and self-administered rest
- Medical attention and prescription medications, such as anti-inflammatories, muscle relaxants and pain relievers
- Hospitalization
- Surgery
If you decide to opt for any of the treatments mentioned as "other treatment options", you should keep in mind that there are risks and benefits in each option, and it is advisable that you discuss them with your primary care physician.
The risks and dangers attendant to remaining untreated.
Not receiving treatment could allow the formation of adhesions and reduce range of motion, which could lead to a pain reaction and further decrease mobility. Over time, this process can complicate treatment, making it more difficult and less effective the longer it is delayed.
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