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My Story: Helping Pay for Back Pain Treatment Plan

Karla needed chiropractic care to treat severe back pain after a car accident. Using the CareCredit credit card for a chiropractor helped give her peace of mind about medical bills so she could focus on recovery. My Story with CareCredit is where actual CareCredit cardholders share their stories of life-changing healthcare.*

Written by Diana Kelly Levey

Posted June 17, 2023

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Being active was such a big part of Karla's life until suddenly, a car accident limited her ability to take part in her favorite activities, like swimming. Six months after the accident, her back pain was so severe that Karla sought professional help.

She visited a chiropractor who informed her that she had onset scoliosis from hip displacement that happened as a result of the accident. Adult onset scoliosis is caused by a degeneration of the small joints of the spine, leading to a curvature of the spine.¹

The treatment plan for her condition involved going to the chiropractor three times a week and getting acupuncture three times a week to alleviate pain and help her get back to her active lifestyle. Needless to say, that intensive regimen was more expensive than Karla anticipated!

The chiropractor presented the CareCredit credit card to Karla as a payment option. She said she felt like it was a huge relief; an additional burden taken off her (already taxed!) back. She applied for the card in the chiropractor's office and the treatment was charged to the card.

Taking on this grueling physical regimen made Karla feel stressed at times. Having her finances planned out and taken care of allowed her to focus on becoming pain-free and going through rehabilitation.

After a year's worth of treatment for her back pain with the chiropractor, Karla can go swimming again and play tennis. She uses her CareCredit card for monthly maintenance appointments with her chiropractor.

CareCredit Financing For Chiropractic Care

The CareCredit credit card can help you pay for Chiropractic care, including regular visits, adjustments and more.** Apply today and use our Acceptance Locator to find a Chiropractor near you that accepts CareCredit. Continue to invest in your wellness journey by downloading the CareCredit Mobile App to manage your account, find a provider on the go, and easily access the Well U hub for more great articles, podcasts, and videos.

Author Bio

Diana Kelly Levey is a freelance journalist, content marketing writer, and author with more than 15 years of experience covering health and wellness.

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Sources:

1 Strauss Scoliosis Correction. “Adult-Onset Scoliosis: Causes, Symptoms, Treatments." https://www.hudsonvalleyscoliosis.com/adult-scoliosis/adult-onset/. Accessed October 8, 2022.