Everyone is looking for the best chiropractor, and rightfully so. It would be crazy to want the second-best chiropractor and even crazier to want the worst chiropractor. But with so many chiropractors to choose from, how do you know who’s the best? That’s a great question.
The simple answer isn’t very simple at all. The best chiropractor for one person is often not the best chiropractor for someone else. That’s why one person can go around telling anyone who will listen, “My chiropractor is the best,” while another person goes around saying “That chiropractor is just OK”, and they are both talking about the same chiropractor.
If you are looking for a chiropractor, the most important thing is that you find the best chiropractor for you. That will probably require you to do a little research and have a little patience. There are a lot of chiropractors to choose from, and each of them does things a little differently than the rest.
Some chiropractors are better at helping kids. Some chiropractors are better at helping athletes. Some chiropractors are better at helping senior citizens. Some chiropractors are better at helping people with headaches. There are so many different types of people, conditions, and chiropractors to take care of them, this list could go on forever.
Our goal is always to be the best chiropractor, but we know that we aren’t going to be the best chiropractor for everyone in the area. That’s why we encourage people to visit our website, read our reviews, and check out our social media pages. We want our future patients to get a feel for who we are and how we can help them before they ever schedule their first appointment.
Hopefully, the end result will be that the people who are the best fit for us will know they found the right place, and we will have the opportunity to be the best chiropractor for them.
3 Traits Of The Best Chiropractors
1. The best chiropractors listen:
You may already know what it’s like to make an appointment with a doctor or some other type of professional who isn’t really listening when you are speaking. It’s really frustrating. Unfortunately, some chiropractors are like that, too. This is a very bad sign.
If you make an appointment with a chiropractor and you feel like they aren’t listening to you, I would strongly suggest that you walk away. They are not the best chiropractor for you.
2. The best chiropractors work with you:
People visit chiropractors for a wide variety of reasons. Your reasons for scheduling an appointment is probably very different than my reasons. That’s why it’s important that you and your chiropractor are on the same page.
One person may go to a chiropractor because they want relief from pregnancy pain. Another person may go to the chiropractor because they want to recover from an injury and get back to playing sports. Someone else may go to the chiropractor because they suffer from chronic headaches.
Each person described has different goals for care, and they require a different care plan to achieve those goals. The best chiropractors will work with their patients and tailor their care so that each individual patient reaches their specific goals.
3. The best chiropractors refer you out if necessary:
Some people say that chiropractors think they can cure everything. That’s simply not true. While there are many things that respond well to chiropractic care, there are also just as many things that do not.
For instance, if someone showed up to the chiropractor with a broken arm, they need to be referred out. Or if someone arrived at the chiropractor’s office showing signs of a stroke or a heart attack, that person should be referred to the hospital. The chiropractor isn’t going to be the best fit for those problems.
It’s a bad sign if a chiropractor thinks they can fix everything and everyone or is unwilling to refer to other medical professionals if necessary. Regardless of whether a patient has a major health crisis or they just aren’t responding to chiropractic care as expected, the best chiropractors are willing to refer them out to someone who may be able to help.
How do I find the best chiropractor in Townsville?
The best chiropractor in Townsville is the one who listens to you, understands your goals, and offers care that fits your needs. No two people are the same, and chiropractic care should never be one size fits all. We encourage people to read reviews, explore a clinic’s website, and get a sense of how the chiropractor communicates before booking an appointment. The right fit often becomes clear once you feel heard and understood.
Is there really one best chiropractor for everyone?
No. The best chiropractor for one person may not be the best chiropractor for someone else. Some chiropractors focus more on athletes, others work closely with kids, seniors, or pregnant patients. The best chiropractor for you is the one whose approach, experience, and style align with what you are looking for. That is why research and asking questions matters.
What should I look for when choosing a chiropractor?
A good chiropractor should listen carefully, explain things clearly, and work with you rather than pushing a one size fits all plan. You should feel comfortable asking questions and confident that your goals are being taken into account. It is also important that a chiropractor is willing to refer you to another provider if chiropractic care is not the right solution for your situation.
Can reading reviews help me choose the best chiropractor?
Yes. Reviews can give you insight into how a chiropractor treats their patients, how the clinic feels, and what kind of experience others have had. Look for patterns in reviews rather than one single opinion. Many people searching for the best chiropractor in Townsville or Charters Towers use reviews to narrow down their options before booking a first visit.
How do I know if a chiropractor is the right fit for me?
You will usually know early on. The right chiropractor will listen to your concerns, explain their approach, and make you feel comfortable moving forward. If you feel rushed, unheard, or pressured into care that does not make sense to you, that chiropractor may not be the best fit for your needs.
Does the best chiropractor always use the same techniques?
No. The best chiropractors adapt their techniques to the individual. Some patients respond best to gentle, low force care, while others may need a different approach. A chiropractor who can adjust their care based on age, comfort level, condition, and goals is often a better long term fit.
Should the best chiropractor be willing to refer me to someone else?
Yes. A trustworthy chiropractor understands that chiropractic care does not help every condition. If something falls outside their scope or if you are not responding as expected, the best chiropractors will refer you to another healthcare professional. This shows integrity and a true focus on your wellbeing.
Can a chiropractor be the best choice even if they are not right for everyone?
Absolutely. No chiropractor is the best choice for every person. Our goal is not to be the best chiropractor for everyone in Townsville or Charters Towers, but to be the best chiropractor for the people who are a good fit for our approach. When patients and chiropractors are aligned, the results tend to be better for everyone involved.
Why does Bamboo Chiropractic encourage people to research before booking?
We want people to feel confident and informed before scheduling their first visit. By reading our website, reviews, and learning about how we approach care, you can decide if Bamboo Chiropractic feels like the right fit for you. When expectations are clear from the start, new patients tend to have a better experience and stronger results.
Trusted Townsville Chiropractor
Dr. Paul Shanahan
Paul began his chiropractic journey studying a Diploma in Physiology in Ireland. A day observing an Australian chiropractor in Kilkenny was all Paul needed to decide that Chiropractic was how he wanted to help people.
The 5-year course at Welsh Institute of Chiropractic was complete in 2005 and after a few years working in England - Paul decided to move to Australia.
Trusted Townsville Chiropractor
Dr. Taylah Wilnierak
Having benefited from Chiropractic care since childhood, it was only natural for Taylah to become a Chiropractor herself! Leaving her hometown of Newcastle, Taylah achieved her degree at the New Zealand College of Chiropractic in Auckland.
After graduating in 2019, Taylah took an associate position in Townsville for a year and loved it so much that she decided to return.