Over the past decade, the selection of chiropractic supplies has expanded considerably. New research and technological advancements have sharpened the precision with which most back and neck injuries are treated, and they have created a host of valuable treatment devices. Whether you need posters for the office that help patients understand what their treatment entails or diagnostic equipment, these supplies are increasingly available online (often from the same vendors who specialize in equipment like chiropractic tables and e stim units, too).

Useful Tools and Supplies to Have on Hand

Rehabilitation equipment is an important part of any chiropractic practice. As you're working hard to bring a patient back from a painful or incapacitating injury, you have to help him or her loosen muscles, regain balance, or learn to move properly. To that end, it's fast, inexpensive, and easy to purchase the supplies you need online. You can purchase balance boards that will help a patient's muscles cooperate with each other, improving bone movement and balance (especially important for sports medicine). Balance boards also stimulate the inner ear, helping to develop a better awareness of balance.

You may also want to keep a supply on inflatable discs around. Inflatable discs can be used on any seat to reproduce the shape and movement of an inflatable ball. These discs cushion the muscle groups that may be adversely affected by chairs that aren't ergonomically designed. These discs can also be used for balance training and proprioception.

Another incredibly useful tool for any chiropractic office is an anatomical model. All chiropractors (as well as massage therapists) need to know where the bones and muscles of the human body are placed. In order to know what's out of place, you first need to know what "normal" should feel like. Models are great to have as a reference. You can also stock your office with books that go into detail on the body's anatomy, too. Many practitioners like to hang a chart on the wall to refer to while working. There are resources that employ both medical jargon and less formal language, so you and your technicians can find a medium that's comfortable for you.