New patients should expect to be in the office for at least an hour. Regular visits are typically around 15-20 mins.

Our focus of care is to get you better as quick as possible. If you have to go forever you can assume we did not do our job. Some people will get this idea because either their condition may take several months or they know some people who choose maintenance care where the do continued to see a chiropractor without many symptoms.

The length of care is always up to you. We will give you recommendation on the best care options but ultimately your health decisions and care is up to you.

We don’t think you should have to wait to start feeling relief. During the first visit we will do an exam and start treatment right away.

On most patients we do not require x-rays to treat them. However, we still may recommend x-rays based on your history.

First visit can take up to an hour. This can be shortened by downloading and filled out prior to your visit.

Re-exams usually take around 30-40 mins. There is usually minimal paperwork that will be reviewed in office.

Most patients are adjusted in similar fashions but every patient is adjusted differently. We offer a variety of techniques and every patient is different. Some perfer lighter techniques others like stronger manipulations. Some patients do not adjust well on their side others do.

Chiropractic is vastly safer than any drug or medical procedure.

Minor complications can occur and usually are minor events such as increased soreness after an adjustment, sprain, strains or rib fractures. These minor risks already occur infrequently as is but the risk for serious complications such as stroke are on par with that of visiting your family physician. Statistically, there is a greater chance you will be struck by lightning than the chances of a serious complication from a chiropractic adjustment.

Compare this to these frightening statistics for conventional medical treatment. Recent studies estimate 128,000 Americans die every year from prescription medications—even when taking them as prescribed or in a controlled medical environment like a hospital. Up to 31 hospital patients each day acquire a healthcare-related infection during their hospital stay. In 2017, medical errors ranked as the third leading cause of death for Americans.

The safety of chiropractic care is reflected in the fact that chiropractic malpractice premiums are miniscule compared to those paid by MDs. (About $3,000 per year versus up to $50,000 per year.)

 

There are many different techniques we use that do not involve ”popping” spine. These include the activator and impulse adjusting instruments, Thompson drops, pelvic blocks and low velocity manual mobilization. Please let us know if you do not want a technique that causes a pop.

Most of the times the answer is yes. If you have no restrictions, in most cases the prior fusion is stable and the amount of force in the adjustment will not cause any further damage. Precautions are taken due to the extra strain that can be placed on the joints above and below the fusion.

Absolutely! When a women is pregnant, she is not suppose to put a lot of medication into her body. This is where chiropractic comes in. We treat neck and back pain without medication. As long as you do not have any restrictions, there is no reason to worry about getting adjusted.

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The central nervous system comprises of the brain and the spinal cord, and it is the only system that is directly protected by bones. These bones make up the spine. When specific bones in the neck are out of position and unable to move properly, they can put stress on the nervous system and on the surrounding muscles, which can result in headaches. Chiropractic care can be an effective and non-invasive approach to preventing and relieving headaches regardless of the type of headache (tension vs. migraine) or cause (stress vs. posture).
It is important to get a chiropractic evaluation to determine the best course of action to reduce the frequency of these headaches and to eliminate the headaches all together.

Chiropractic care has been shown to be effective at helping both acute neck pain and chronic neck pain. Acute neck pain may be felt as a sharp pain in the neck, and you may not be able to turn your head. Chronic neck pain can also arise from poor posture and sedentary work, such as sitting at a desk and working on a computer for 8 hours a day. This type of pain is often described as a dull, achy discomfort that is often accompanied by stiffness. Whether it is poor posture or sedentary work, specific vertebrae in the neck and upper back may be problematic, resulting in neck pain. Supporting our spine are muscles, ligaments, and tendons, and they can all form scar tissue, further complicating the healing process. Chiropractic adjustments are aimed at helping to keep the joints working properly, reduce stiffness, reduce pain, reduce muscle tension, and increase function.

When people experience shoulder pain, it can radiate down the arm and cause a person to have limited movement. Whether it’s from a sports injury or sleeping on it the wrong way, pain in the shoulder can be quite painful.
Often, shoulder pain can be accompanied by neck and back pain. When the shoulder hurts, it can cause the body to respond in a negative manner such as poor posture or restricted range of motion, resulting in poor biomechanics elsewhere. Therefore, it is important for a chiropractor to accurately diagnose the problem before any treatment can start. Shoulder issues are tricky because it is typically multifaceted and requires one to look at the entire shoulder girdle, not just the shoulder joint itself.
If you are unsure about your diagnosis or the severity of your condition, you should seek advice before beginning any treatment.
Carpal tunnel is in the wrist, and the nerves going through this structure may be irritated, causing several problems such as pain, tingling, numbness, and weakness of the fingers, hands, and wrist. 1 out of 10 people suffers from Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS), usually, affecting domestic workers, secretaries, computer users, musicians, and others who do repetitive tasks with their hands.
A wrist problem may be the result of a misalignment in one or more joints in the neck, shoulder, elbow, or wrist. Chiropractic techniques that work so well with the spine can be applied to other joints of the body. Virtually every joint is susceptible to fixations and malfunctions that impair function and range of motion. Trauma, micro-traumas, vibrations, and repetitive motions are often culprits.
Carpal tunnel is often the go-to diagnosis for any type of wrist pain, tingling, numbness, or weakness. Many times, the cause of wrist pain originates in the neck. It is important to get a proper chiropractic evaluation to see what the best course of action may be to find pain relief for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Many things can cause lower back pain ranging from sports, work injuries, sleeping on a poor-quality mattress, household chores, or something as simple as picking up your child 10 times a day. Any of these activities can cause lower back pain. Low back pain may occur when a person’s job involves lifting and carrying heavy objects, spending a lot of time sitting or standing in one position, or repeatedly bending over to pick up items. Certainly, low back pain can be caused by a fall or exercise as well. Whatever the cause is, lower back pain is usually caused when a vertebrae or spinal segment is out of its normal position, which puts stress on a person’s nervous system. When the muscles or ligaments in the lower back become weak, the spine loses its stability and the result is pain. Because nerves reach all parts of the body from the spinal cord, back problems can lead to pain or weakness in almost any part of the body.
Chiropractors are skilled at treating low back pain and can pinpoint your back issue to get you back to a healthy state.
Vertigo can be defined as a sense of motion while one is stationary. This condition normally originates in the vestibular system in the middle ear, but it can also be caused by dysfunction in the brain. A person’s quality of life can be drastically impacted by the severity of the symptoms that can ensue such as nausea, vomiting, blurred vision, excessive sweating, and unsteady gait. Many times, vertigo and dizziness can be linked to upper-neck dysfunction, which can be treated with chiropractic care.
There is no drug or pill that can correct vertigo if it is caused by upper-neck involvement. Seek out professional advice to see if chiropractic care can help with your vertigo or dizziness.
Walking (gait) changes caused by a biomechanical injury, such as an ankle sprain or knee strain, can generate hip pain. Your gait may also shift to counterbalance new-body demands such as a job change, an alteration in the way you sit, a new sport or activity, or if you start driving for long periods of time on a regular basis. The point is, anything that generates an asymmetry or imbalance when you are in motion can cause painful hip problems. Many times, hip pain is related to lower back discomfort.
A chiropractor can help in many of these areas. They will also offer appropriate progressive rehabilitative exercises that include muscle stretching and strengthening.

Sciatica is generally caused by nerve compression in the low back. Sciatic nerve compression may result in sensory loss, loss of bowel and bladder function, and loss of core and leg strength. Sciatica typically occurs when vertebrae or soft tissue is impinging on the sciatic nerve because of inflammation, repetitive stress, poor ergonomics, or from trauma. The purpose of chiropractic treatment is to help restore the body’s potential to heal naturally. Chiropractic care is based on the scientific principle that restricted spinal movement leads to pain, reduced function, and decreased performance. Chiropractic care is non-invasive and drug free. The type of chiropractic therapy you may receive depends on the cause of the patient’s sciatica.