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What we tell patients in the office, back pain, sciatica, spinal decompression, headaches, and every honest question that comes up. Written by Dr. Hinz and Dr. Smith.


Chiropractic
What Causes the Popping Sound in Chiropractic Adjustments?
The popping sound during chiropractic adjustments results from negative pressure buildup in joints caused by synovial fluids and gases. Chiropractors are not cracking bones but realigning them to correct subluxations—misalignments that pinch nerves.

Chiropractic
How Often Should I Go to a Chiropractor For Maintenance?
After completing your initial chiropractic treatments, you could benefit from ongoing maintenance treatments scheduled as weekly or monthly appointments based on your chiropractor's recommendations.

Chiropractic
What Kind of Toxins are Released After a Chiropractic Adjustment?
During chiropractic adjustments, harmful toxins including polychlorinated biphenyls and pesticide residues are released into the bloodstream. These toxins accumulate in the body over time from environmental exposure and can be flushed out through the body's natural detoxification processes.

Headache
Why Do I Get A Headache After Chiropractic Adjustment?
Headaches following chiropractic adjustments typically result from chemical reactions in the brain triggered by toxin release during treatment. These temporary side effects, while uncomfortable, generally indicate that the therapeutic process is working as intended.

Pinched Nerve
What Can a Chiropractor Do For a Pinched Nerve?
Pinched nerves can cause significant pain and are often debilitating. Chiropractors have multiple treatment options available, including spinal adjustments and massage techniques, to address pinched nerve issues effectively.

Carpal Tunnel
What Method Does a Chiropractor Use for Carpal Tunnel?
Chiropractors treat carpal tunnel syndrome primarily through myofascial release massage therapy combined with stretching techniques and wrist stabilization. Left untreated, this painful condition worsens over time, but both invasive and non-invasive options are available.

Chiropractic
How to Tell if You Need a Chiropractor or a Massage?
You can determine whether you need chiropractic care or massage therapy by identifying the source of your pain or discomfort. If the issue involves your spine or joints, a chiropractor is appropriate; for strained or torn muscles, massage therapy is recommended.
Chiropractic
What is a Holistic Chiropractor?
A holistic chiropractor uses non-invasive techniques to address pain while considering a patient's overall physical, mental, social, and spiritual well-being. These practitioners focus on whole-person health rather than isolated symptoms.

Services
What is Softwave Treatment?
Softwave is an FDA-approved non-invasive procedure to reduce wrinkles and treat musculoskeletal injuries. The quick 30-minute treatment has no downtime or dangerous side effects and naturally stimulates collagen production for optimal tissue regeneration.
Chiropractic
Why Am I Sore After Chiropractic Adjustment
Soreness after chiropractic adjustment occurs because muscles adapt to the newly corrected vertebral position by shortening or lengthening. This normal response is common in patients new to chiropractic therapy as their bodies undergo realignment.

Chiropractic
How Many Chiropractic Visits Are Necessary?
Scientific studies indicate the typical patient needs approximately 12 chiropractic sessions over a 6-week period to achieve spinal health benefits. Initial treatment typically involves 2 to 3 visits weekly during the first month, with adjustments based on individual body response.

Chiropractic
How Much Is A Chiropractic Visit Without Insurance
The cost of a chiropractic visit without insurance averages $45, with prices typically ranging from $30 to several hundred dollars per appointment depending on treatment type and location.
Move better. Live better.
Your first visit is $49, consultation, exam, and complimentary X-ray. No referral needed.