Oregon Governor John Kitzhaber, who is also a Medical Doctor, has proclaimed October 2014 Oregon Chiropractic Health and Wellness Month!

Did you know:

The State of Oregon has one of the highest sales rates for prescription opioid narcotics and spinal surgeries per capita in the nation. 

Oregon’s 1,500 licensed Doctors of Chiropractic are primary care providers specializing in spinal manipulation but also on health promotion and wellness.

Services of Doctors of Chiropractic result in improved health, satisfaction, safety and reduced per capita costs.

A seven-year prospective follow-up study analyzing 70,274 member-months of patients managed by doctors of chiropractic resulted in an 85% reduction in drug costs, 62% reduction in MRIs and surgeries, 60.2% reduction of, in hospital admissions, and a 59% reduction in hospital days.

Absolute Wellness Center in Eugene, OR offers sports medicine, chiropractic medicine, naturopathic medicine, physical rehabilitation, acupuncture, and massage. To learn more about safe and effective treatment options for your pain or injury, or simply how to feel stronger and healthier, please give us a call at 541-484-5777. Don’t give up on the idea that you can have the active, fun life that you want.