Frequently Asked Questions

Questions:

What is chiropractic?

Chiropractic is a branch of the healing arts based upon the understanding that good health depends, in part, upon a normally functioning nervous system (especially the spine, and the nerves extending from the spine to all parts of the body). "Chiropractic" comes from the Greek word chiropraktikos, meaning "effective treatment by hand." Chiropractic stresses the idea that the cause of many disease processes begins with the body's inability to adapt to its environment. It looks to address these diseases not by the use of drugs and chemicals, but by locating and adjusting a musculoskeletal area of the body which is functioning improperly.

What Type of Education Do Chiropractors Get?

Today's Doctor of Chiropractic is well educated with an education curriculum similar to medical school. Special emphasis is placed on anatomy, neurology, biomechanics, nutrition, x-ray, physiology, diagnosis, and spinal adjusting. Post graduate education totals 7 years and demanding national and state boards must be passed.

Is Chiropractic Safe?

In the words of the New Zealand government's inquiry, Chiropractic care is "...remarkably safe." It is safer than back surgery, muscle relaxers, and even aspirin. All ages from babies to the elderly enjoy safe, effective care.

Is Chiropractic Scientific?

Research from New Zealand, Australia, the United States, England, Denmark, and Canada have validated Chiropractic. Recently, the "Manga Report" produced at the University of Ottawa has validated Chiropractic for it's safety, efficacy, and cost-effectiveness for low back pain. On going research is now validating Chiropractic and headaches, asthma, whiplash, and pre-menstraul syndromes to name a few.

Why Do Children Need Chiropractic Care?

A recent study by Nilsson in Denmark reports that children under Chiropractic care are healthier than other children, miss less school, are more attentive and have less need for drugs. Children with conditions such as ear-aches, colic, bed-wetting, scoliosis, "growing pains", torticollis, and asthma respond wonderfully to Chiropractic.

How Long Will I Need Chiropractic?

There are 3 types of care in Chiropractic : Initial care to remove symptoms; Corrective care to correct the cause of the underlying muscle weakness, soft tissue damage, and degenerative changes, and Wellness care. Similar to brushing teeth, tuning up your car, or regularly visiting a dentist, wellness care is important for maintaining optimal health, saving money, and enjoying a healthy lifestyle. How long you decide to benefit from Chiropractic is always up to you.

Need a Referral to Visit a Chiropractor

Absolutely not! A Doctor of Chiropractic is a primary contact physician. This means you do not need a referral. If yours is not a Chiropractic case, a responsible Chiropractor will refer you to the appropriate health care provider.

What other services do you offer besides chiropractic?

Our office offers a services ranging from Chiropractic to Massage, Orthotic Scans and even posture correction through a new innovated technique called Chiropractic Biophysics.Which many pro-sports players (such as Tiger Woods) are now using to improve the quality of their game.