First, the entire team at South Metro Wellness Clinic in Burnsville, MN is truly sorry you’re going through this. Being injured in a wrongful auto accident is overwhelming. You may be dealing with: Vehicle damage and repair decisions Medical appointments Pain and...
Chiropractic Care Blog
Personal Injury Questions & Answers
Here are a number of questions I receive regularly from my clients about chiropractic care.
“I Feel Better After My Accident — Why Do I Need to Continue Chiropractic Treatment?”
This is one of the most common questions Dr. Christine Rankin, DC of South Metro Wellness Clinic in Burnsville, MN hears from personal injury patients: “I’m not in pain anymore. Why do I need to keep coming?” It’s a fair question. Chiropractic appointments require...
Should I Lift Weights While Undergoing Chiropractic Care for Shoulder Pain?
If you’ve just started chiropractic treatment for shoulder pain, you may be wondering: “Should I stop lifting weights while I’m healing?” According to Dr. Christine Rankin, DC of South Metro Wellness Clinic, the answer in most cases is no — you should continue...
Chiropractic Care for Seniors: Is It Safe and Worth It After Age 65?
As we age, aches, stiffness, and reduced mobility can start to feel like “just part of getting older.” But many seniors are surprised to learn that chiropractic care can be both safe and highly beneficial well into the post-retirement years. While every chiropractor...
I Had Low Back Pain Before My Car Accident — Who Pays for My Care Now?
If you were already dealing with low back pain and were then rear-ended while stopped, it is very common for your symptoms to suddenly become more severe, more limiting, and harder to ignore. Many patients worry that because they had back pain before the accident,...
I Was Broad-Sided in Apple Valley MN — How Soon Can I See a Chiropractor for Mid-Back Pain?
If you were T-boned or broad-sided in Apple Valley, MN, and are experiencing severe mid-back pain, stiffness, or one-sided body pain, you are not alone—and you are not overreacting. Injuries from a side-impact collision are often more complex and more painful than...
Should I Go to a Chiropractor for Mid-Back Pain?
Yes—chiropractic care is highly effective for mid-back pain (thoracic spine pain). While many people associate chiropractic treatment with neck pain or low back pain, the mid back is just as important and commonly affected by posture, repetitive strain, and daily...
Do I Need a Referral to See an Injury Chiropractor After a Car Accident in Burnsville, MN?
Do I Need a Referral to See an Injury Chiropractor After a Car Accident in Burnsville, MN? If you were treated in the ER immediately after a T-bone car accident and discharged with time off work, muscle relaxers, and pain medication, you may still be wondering: Do I...
I Was Injured in a High-Impact Car Accident and I’m Still in Pain — What Can I Do? Does insurance cover chiropractic after a car accident? What if I don’t have health insurance.
If you were recently involved in a high-impact car accident and are dealing with whiplash, concussion symptoms, body aches, headaches, or persistent pain, you are not alone. Many patients leave the emergency room with muscle relaxers and instructions to rest, only to...
Ladies of Burnsville! This is why your neck hurts, clicks, and pops.
Looking for a Neck Pain Chiropractor Near Burnsville, MN? Why Your Neck Clicks and Pops—and How Chiropractic Can Help If you’re searching for a neck pain chiropractor near Burnsville, MN, and you notice clicking or popping sounds when you turn your head, you’re not...
South Metro Wellness News
Updates and other blogs from South Metro Wellness
I Was Injured in an Auto Accident. Does Insurance Cover Chiropractic If I Have Medicare?
First, the entire team at South Metro Wellness Clinic in Burnsville, MN is truly sorry you’re going through this. Being injured in a wrongful auto accident is overwhelming. You may be dealing with: Vehicle damage and repair decisions Medical appointments Pain and...
Peace, Strength, and Springtime Prosperity
Happy Valentine’s Day to all of you reading this. I hope you’re enjoying a wonderful day and weekend. Here in Minnesota, February has surprised us with sunshine and unseasonably warm temperatures. It almost feels like spring has arrived early. And with spring comes a...
“I Feel Better After My Accident — Why Do I Need to Continue Chiropractic Treatment?”
This is one of the most common questions Dr. Christine Rankin, DC of South Metro Wellness Clinic in Burnsville, MN hears from personal injury patients: “I’m not in pain anymore. Why do I need to keep coming?” It’s a fair question. Chiropractic appointments require...
I Had Low Back Pain Before My Car Accident — Who Pays for My Care Now?
If you were already dealing with low back pain and were then rear-ended while stopped, it is very common for your symptoms to suddenly become more severe, more limiting, and harder to ignore. Many patients worry that because they had back pain before the accident,...
I Was Broad-Sided in Apple Valley MN — How Soon Can I See a Chiropractor for Mid-Back Pain?
If you were T-boned or broad-sided in Apple Valley, MN, and are experiencing severe mid-back pain, stiffness, or one-sided body pain, you are not alone—and you are not overreacting. Injuries from a side-impact collision are often more complex and more painful than...
Do I Need a Referral to See an Injury Chiropractor After a Car Accident in Burnsville, MN?
Do I Need a Referral to See an Injury Chiropractor After a Car Accident in Burnsville, MN? If you were treated in the ER immediately after a T-bone car accident and discharged with time off work, muscle relaxers, and pain medication, you may still be wondering: Do I...
I Was Injured in a High-Impact Car Accident and I’m Still in Pain — What Can I Do? Does insurance cover chiropractic after a car accident? What if I don’t have health insurance.
If you were recently involved in a high-impact car accident and are dealing with whiplash, concussion symptoms, body aches, headaches, or persistent pain, you are not alone. Many patients leave the emergency room with muscle relaxers and instructions to rest, only to...
I Was in a Rear-End Collision and My Knee Hurts — Should I Tell My Doctor? Can a Chiropractor Treat Knee Pain?
Yes — you should absolutely tell your doctor about any knee pain after a car accident, even if your main focus has been on your neck and back. After any motor vehicle collision, it is very common for injuries to occur that patients were not expecting or may not...
Why Is Chiropractic Important Even After a Minor Car Accident?
After even a minor car accident, it is possible that your musculoskeletal and nervous system health has been affected. Many people in Burnsville, MN and surrounding areas are surprised when symptoms appear days or even weeks after a collision. It is very common to...
UMZU Betaine gut support product review
Betaine was a recommended product in the frequently bought together section on the UMZU website (https://umzu.com/) alongside Floracil50. After trying the product which is described as a "do it all" I was impressed with the immediate results in upper digestion speed...
