Frequently Asked Questions

Chiropractic means "heal with hands" and is based on the principle that your body is a self healing organism and that healing process is controlled by your nervous system. Your spinal column protects your central nervous system and it has 24 moveable vertebra that have discs in between them to allow for movement.

Chiropractic works by removing any interference to the nervous system from misaligned vertebra or bulging discs. This allows for improved spinal range of motion and better function of the nervous system.

Chiropractic is among the safest healing professions. As proof, one merely can compare malpractice insurance premiums between chiropractors and other health professionals. Chiropractors' malpractice premiums are a small fraction of those for medical doctors, especially orthopedic surgeons.

In fact, it is more dangerous to take an over the counter pain reliever than it is to get a chiropractic adjustment.

Yes, more than any other low back condition. A bulging or even herniated disc (also called disc protrusion) can put stress on the spinal cord and nerve roots causing an inflammatory reaction which irritates the nerves.

Many times this causes arm or leg numbness/tingling/pain also called sciatica. Specific chiropractic disc adjustments can utilize the ligaments that surround your spine to help restore proper joint function, reduce inflammation, to promote disc healing and many times prevent an unnecessary surgery.

Yes. We see many patients who have had previous neck or back surgery. Having had surgery does not necessarily mean that chiropractic care is no longer an option. Depending on your surgery and your current condition, treatment may focus on areas above or below the surgical site and on improving overall movement and comfort.

We will review your history, perform an examination, and take x-rays when appropriate before recommending care. Every patient is different, and our goal is to find a safe, appropriate approach that may help reduce pain, improve mobility, and make everyday activities more comfortable.

Yes, and they respond wonderfully to treatment. I often find in a history with adults that they remember a childhood fall or trauma which started their spinal problems. If they had come to me after the incident they would have had must less spinal trouble as an adult.

It is as important to get a child's spine checked yearly as it is to get a dental check up. If a child has a misalignment that is not corrected, it is likely they will grow into a pattern of misalignment. This could lead to more childhood illnesses such as frequent colds, ear infections, allergies, asthma, early back pain, headaches, and scoliosis to name a few.

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Flexion distraction
Gonstead
Motion palpation

We utilize specific hands on spinal adjusting and rehabilitation with physical therapy to correct your problem conservatively. We have updated equipment including specialized flexion-distraction tables and x-ray room on site

Families
Athletes
Young children
Seniors

First you will meet friendly staff that will treat you like a person and not a number. Next you will meet the doctor who will take a patient history, perform a thorough exam, come up with a differential diagnosis, and perform x-rays to confirm the diagnosis if needed. Last you will recommended the appropriate treatment. First visit is usually 45 minutes to 1 hour. Follow up visits are usually 15-20 minutes.

We currently accept the following insurance plans and networks:

- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Unitedhealthcare
- Consociate
- Allied National
- Medicare
- HealthLink
- GEHA
- Mailhandlers

Mon 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Tue 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Wed 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Thu 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Fri Closed
Sat Closed
Sun Closed

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Yes. We accept walk-ins or same-day appointments when availability allows. Calling ahead is still the best way to confirm a time.

Call for pricing. Rates can vary by Insurance. If you are uninsured or out of network we can offer our low Medicare/self pay rate

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Yes. We accept Medicare. Contact our office if you have questions about coverage or visit details.

Yes. We accept auto accident cases. Contact our office so we can review your situation and explain the next steps.