Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q: What is a Chiropractor?
    A. Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) is a licensed healthcare provider specializing in the spine and nervous system.

  • Q: Are Chiropractors real doctors?

    A. Yes. Chiropractors earn a doctoral degree, are nationally and state licensed, and complete years of medical graduate education.

  • Q: What does chiropractic treat?
    A. Chiropractic care helps improve spinal motion, nervous system function, range of motion, and pain related to musculoskeletal and neurological dysfunction.

  • Q: How does an adjustment work?
    A. Adjustments use a quick, precise, low-force movement to restore joint motion and improve communication between the brain and body.

  • Q: Is chiropractic evidence-based?
    A. Yes. Chiropractic care is supported by research and widely practiced around the world.

  • Q: Will I need chiropractic adjustments forever?

    A: Not necessarily. Chiropractic care is similar to routine maintenance—like an oil change for your car. Your body is the only one you’ll use for your entire life, so ongoing self-care helps it function at its best.

    Many pain patterns develop over time due to posture, work demands, stress, or old injuries. Chiropractic care focuses on preventing pain, not just treating symptoms, by correcting these patterns and educating patients on movement and rehabilitation.

    Through targeted exercises and mobility work, the nervous system can adapt, helping your muscles develop better memory and support proper posture and movement. This allows many patients to achieve long-lasting results, reduce the need for frequent care, and maintain a healthy, functional body.

    Care plans are individualized—some patients choose periodic maintenance, while others only return as needed.

  • Q: Should I get a massage or an adjustment first?

    A: Either order works. Massage relaxes tight muscles and improves circulation, which can make adjustments easier—especially if you hold a lot of tension. Massage after or between adjustments also helps reinforce healthy muscle memory and supports longer-lasting results.

  • Q: Is chiropractic care safe for children and during pregnancy?

    Yes. Chiropractic care is safe for children and pregnant patients when provided by a licensed Chiropractic Physician, unless otherwise advised by a pediatrician or OB-GYN.

    For children, chiropractic care supports healthy spinal development and helps address movement restrictions during growth. Scoliosis screenings are recommended around puberty to identify concerns early.

    During pregnancy, chiropractic care supports pelvic alignment, which may improve comfort, prepare the body for labor, and aid postpartum recovery.

  • Q: Is it safe to get adjusted?

    A: Yes. After proper screening, chiropractic adjustments are performed using precise, gentle techniques designed for safety and comfort.

  • Q: Why don’t my adjustments seem to hold, or why does the problem return?

    A: Muscle memory plays a key role. Without reinforcing new movement patterns, the body may return to old habits. Massage, exercise, and rehab help retrain the nervous system, improve posture, and support longer-lasting results. Consistent maintenance care helps prevent pain and keeps your body functioning well.

  • Q: What is cupping?

    A: Cupping is a therapeutic technique with roots in traditional Eastern medicine that increases blood flow to tight muscles. It helps reduce tension and inflammation, improve circulation, increase range of motion, and support longer-lasting chiropractic adjustments.