Is it safer to take over-the-counter medications rather than visit a chiropractor?

Good question. Many people think nothing of taking pain relievers or drugs to reduce paid, often caused by inflammation. Let's look at the reality. The risk of serious complications or even death attributed to the use of NSAIDS (drugs for reducing inflammation like aspirin and ibuprofen) is greater than the slight risk of injury with chiropractic treatment for neck pain. This is a scientific fact and not an exaggeration relative to the comparative danger of using simple medications. Not many of us think of these risks when we reach for a bottle of pills. The bottom line is simple; chiropractic care is safe and effective with less risk than many medications or medical interventions.