faqs

No. We do not want you to feel tied to chiropractic care forever. Your treatment plan may have you coming to the office for care more often at first to ensure you are pain-free and have the tools to remain that way. We are always here if you have a flare up or if a new pain emerges.

During an adjustment gases from the joint space are released. It creates a sound similar to the sound of gas being released when a soda can is opened. In general, hearing this sound during an adjustment is good. It means that the joint is moving freely.

Chiropractic adjustments very rarely hurt and almost immediately have a positive effect on a patient’s symptoms. 

The severity of inflammation as well as muscle spasm may play a role in the body’s resistance to an adjustment, but your chiropractic will talk you through the process to ensure that you feel comfortable. 

Sometimes after an adjustment a patient may feel a warm sensation or tingling throughout their body. This is from increased endorphins being released and an increase in vascular activity.

We treat people in all stages of pregnancy, and adapt treatments as you move through each trimester. Our treatments are both safe and effective for a wide array of pregnancy and post-partum ailments.

We commonly help with back pain, neck pain, headaches, sciatica, pregnancy-related discomfort, and postural strain.  We also work with patients experiencing general stiffness, mobility issues, or flare-ups from daily activities like working at a desk or caring for small children.

No referral is needed.  You can schedule directly with our office.

Your first visit includes a detailed history, movement and orthopedic assessment, and a discussion of your goals.  If needed, we will refer out for x-rays or MRI. If appropriate, treatment will begin the same day and will always be explained beforehand.  For more information, check out our page “What to Expect.”

Initial visits are typically longer to allow for evaluation; this ranges from 45-60 minutes.  Follow-up visits are shorter and focused on treatment and progress; these last 15-30 minutes.

Comfortable, flexible clothing is recommended so we can assess movement and provide treatment easily.

We accept many PPO insurance plans.  Coverage varies, so we’re happy to help verify your benefits before your visit.

Treatment frequency varies depending on your condition, goals, and how your body responds.  We create individualized plans and adjust as you progress. This could be as few as 4 visits; however 10-12 visits is average.

Chiropractic care is widely considered safe when performed by a licensed provider.  We use thorough evaluations and tailor care to each patient.

Yes, babies and children are always welcome!  We understand the realities of postpartum life and modern parenting.  We do our best to make visits as easy as possible.

Chiropractic care primarily focuses on joint mobility and alignment, while massage therapy focuses on muscle tension and soft tissue.  Many patients benefit from a combination of both.

Many patients begin chiropractic care within the first few weeks after delivery for their upper back and neck pain from caring for your sweet newborn. We wait until clearance from your birth team for work into the lower back and pelvis in chiropractic care and any massage.

Yes– chiropractic care can help support pelvic floor issues by improving pelvic alignment, reducing muscle tension, and restoring proper movement. While we don’t perform internal pelvic floor therapy, we use gentle, external techniques and exercises to support function and reduce symptoms.