Frequently Asked Questions
How does Chiropractic work?
Chiropractic works by putting movement into a joint. When we assess the problem area, we also are assessing the muscles surrounding that joint. When muscles surrounding a joint are in spasm, the pain cycle begins. If not treated in a timely matter, the joint will eventually start to degenerate.
Once I start chiropractic care do I always have to come in?
Not true. It is up to you when you come in and how often. All we can do is make suggestions based on experience. However, once a person is out of pain and knows what it is like to feel good, they often continue care. Most do not want go back to the way they once felt. This does not mean they have to come back every week or even every month, it is their decision.
How does Chiropractic help low back pain?
Low back pain is not always a simple problem. There are many muscles, ligaments, and tendons that all affect the biomechanics of the low back. Also contributing to the problem is alignment of the pelvis, hips, knees, and feet. When one of these is not in proper alignment and not corrected, we start to see low back pain due to compensation. This, however, does not take into consideration disc integrity, injuries, repetitive stresses and poor muscular strength. The goods new is if caught and treated early the pain could go away faster! We have been able to "save" many low back pain and disc sufferers from surgery, which is always our #1 goal.
How does Chiropractic help headaches?
Headaches are a common reason patient seek out chiropractic care. Headaches can
be simple and complex. There are many different types of headaches. The most common
type of headache is the Tension Headache. We find tension headaches to be caused
by a variety of factors: auto accidents, desk jobs, stress, and loss of cerivcal
curve. The last can only be diagnosed by x-
