FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What happens during an appointment?
You will be greeted by our friendly staff who will help you complete some basic paperwork. The goal of the office is to have you see the doctor is a timely manner. The doctor will take a history and performs a musculoskeletal exam. The exam will tell us what is the cause of your problem, and let you know if we can help. Then you will proceed to get a treatment that same day, if you so desire.
Why doesn’t my medical doctor refer me?
Medical doctors are not exposed to the benefits of chiropractic care in their education. Those physicians who get adjusted themselves, refer their patients to chiropractors for care.
What is an adjustment?
An adjustment restores natural movement to a joint, to remove any interference in the surrounding tissues, joints and nerves and restore normal nerve flow. This will help the body regain it's natural pain free state.
Are you going to crack my back?
When adjusting a patient we release pressure from a joint that is not functioning properly. Upon, releasing the pressure and restoring the natural movement of the joint, you may hear a cavitation or noise and your range of motion will be restored.
Does it hurt?
Normally no, however if discomfort is felt, it is due to an over irritated area of the muscle, this will improve with a few treatments.
Do I have to come forever?
No, those who want to be the healthiest will incorporate chiropractic care in their monthly health routine. Other patients, choose to come in only when they are in pain. We leave that decision to you.
Is it addicting?
No, there is no negative addicting quality to chiropractic. What we do see and hear, is that the patient feels so good they want to continue to participate in their pain free life. This is a much better option then medications that can be addicting.
When will I start feeling better after an adjustment?
Some patients feel better after the first adjustment and others take some more time. Each patient is unique and their treatments are designed to work on their specific needs and symptoms.
Does it cause arthritis?
No, arthritis is inflammation of a joint, in turn that joint is not functioning properly causing discomfort. We reestablish the natural movement of a joint so it will not be restricted and any muscle, ligaments or nerve surrounding it can be restored their healthiest state.
If I have arthritis can I get adjusted?
Yes, arthritis is inflammation of a joint and we reestablish the natural movement of the joint so that it can function to the best of it’s capacity and alleviate pain.
I’ve had back surgery, can I get adjusted?
Yes, we have many patients with successful and failed back surgery and both choose to continue to get relief through the natural care of chiropractic, instead of relying on pain medication.
Does everyone need to get adjusted?
Those that have experienced chiropractic care and have seen the positive results, want to continue to feel better. So, they choose to incorporate chiropractic as part of their healthy life style.
How do you know if you need chiropractic care?
Most patients start out coming in due to some type of pain. However, we can analyze your situation and determine what is best for you.
Can you get injured from an adjustment?
Chiropractors have the lowest malpractice rate of all physicians. Chiropractic physicians are trained for 5 years after college to diagnosis and adjust the spine. DO NOT get adjusted by any other person who claims to know how to adjust.
Do I have to make an appointment?
We recommend you make an appointment, but we do take walk-ins.
How late are you open?
We are open until 6:00pm.
How long is the appointment?
The first appointment is your longest. It can be up to an hour. Every visit after that can be as short as 10 minutes.
Are X-Rays needed on your first visit?
We will exam you first and determine if an x-ray would be beneficial before your treatment. Not all patients need x-rays.