By Melisa Carlucci


The Department of Transportation requires certain large commercial vehicle operators to obtain a medical certificate before climbing in the driver's seat. This is true if the operator is driving across state boundaries in a vehicle over a certain weight and carrying a certain number of passengers. Medical certificates are also required for operators carrying hazardous material. One place to get a DOT physical is at a local Nashville chiropractic office.

Seeing a chiropractor for your physical can be the beginning of a beneficial relationship. Driving long distances can cause pain in the back, neck, and shoulders. Chiropractors have many different methods of relieving pain and since these techniques are all natural they do not interfere with your ability to do your job.

Your chiropractor can apply non-invasive healing methods to relieve pain in any portion of the back. You can get tips on ways to improve your driving technique and make your cab comfortable. This can reduce pain caused by vehicle vibrations and continuous hours of sitting.

For the DOT examination, your chiropractor will check your spine and extremities for abnormalities. The physical also includes checking your hearing and vision. The chiropractor will check your protein and blood sugar levels as well as your heart rate and blood pressure.

Chiropractors are familiar with testing balance and conducting hernia exams, which are also done for a DOT physical. These types of tests are routine for an experienced chiropractor. After receiving your medical certificate you will have to undergo a physical every two years to keep it current and valid.

A good chiropractor can perform your DOT physical and make the right recommendations to help you with the unique health considerations of your profession. They can also refer you to your doctor for issues such as high blood pressure which might require medication.




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