Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chiropractic? Chiropractic is a drug-free, hands-on approach to health care that includes patient examination, diagnosis and treatment. Chiropractic care focuses on disorders of the musculoskeletal system and the nervous system, and the effects of these disorders on general health. Physical, orthopedic and neurological tests can help reveal the condition of your spine. Chiropractic is based on a simple premise: with a normal functioning spine and a healthy lifestyle, your body is better able to heal itself.

How Does Chiropractic Work? Your spine protects your spinal cord; which controls feeling, movement and function through the nerves of your body. Spinal misalignment can cause irritation/pressure at the spinal nerve. By treating these irritations with chiropractic adjustments/spinal manipulations and other adjunct therapies it helps release the pressure on the nerves so that they are better able to function. Aside from from helping those in pain, regular chiropractic treatment is one the best ways to help prevent spinal problems and maintain a healthy and pain-free lifestyle.

What conditions can chiropractic help? Chiropractic care is used most often to treat neuromusculoskeletal complaints, including but not limited to back pain, neck pain, pain in the joints of the arms or legs, and headaches. Patients have had improvement in conditions such as arthritis, hip, shoulder and knee pain, sciatic pain and TMJ.

Will I have to take X-Rays? Our clinic does not require x-rays. However, x-rays are often times necessary to properly diagnose and treat your condition. Your chiropractor will discuss this option with you if it is necessary.

How much chiropractic care will I need? The number of visits you will need depends on your specific condition and how your body heals. Many people use chiropractic as a part of a preventative health care routine, scheduling chiropractic appointments on a regular basis to keep their bodies functioning at their best. Other people seek chiropractic care for specific conditions and pain relief.

Will my insurance cover it? What if I don't have insurance? Our clinic accepts many types of group insurance, auto insurance plans, worker's compensation, Medicare. We offer options to those with little or no insurance coverage. We also accept motor-vehicle accident liens on a case-by-case basis. Call our office for more detailed information.