What is chiropractic?

Chiropractic locates and removes a severe form of spine and nerve stress, a condition that puts pressure on nerves, unbalances your body, lowers your resistance to disease and weakens you: the vertebral subluxation complex.

How do we get spinal nerve stress (subluxation)?

Stress! It may occur in infancy from a difficult birth or from childhood falls. Later in life, emotional tension or stress can gradually damage your spine or violent injuries from automobile accidents or sports can suddenly knock you “out of whack”.

Will chiropractic adjustments hurt?

Both Chiropractic Adjustments and Acupuncture (needle and needless) are pain free.  With the techniques that Dr. Jennifer uses are based on gentle and safe for all ages.

What is affected by subluxations?

Nearly everyone eventually gets spinal nerve stress. It is a “hidden epidemic” and it is for that reason that we all need to have our spines checked for this condition by a doctor of chiropractic every once in a while, just as we get our eyes, teeth and blood pressure checked.

When was the first chiropractic patient treated?

Modern chiropractic began in 1895 when Dr. D. D. Palmer performed the first chiropractic “spinal adjustment” on his deaf janitor, Harvey Lillard. Lillard’s hearing returned and Palmer thought he had discovered a cure for deafness. But as patients with digestive troubles, sciatica, menstrual trouble, migraine headaches, epilepsy, heart problems, back pain and many other conditions responded to spine care, Palmer realized that he had discovered something more far-reaching indeed.

What are some of the conditions commonly treated by chiropractic?

All kinds of conditions are treated with chiropractic care, such as colds or ear infections, PMS, spinal or disc problems, arthritis, insomnia, stress, vision problems, headaches, allergies, bedwetting, colic, high blood pressure… and the list goes on! And yet, please remember, the goal of chiropractic treatment is not the treatment of disease but rather the enhancement of health through the reduction of spine nerve stress (vertebral subluxation complex).

Do you accept my insurance?

Most insurance plans are accepted at our office. We accept auto accident, workers compensation, personal injury and most health insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid. Since there are so many plans and coverage varies widely, please contact us to find out if your plan covers care in our office. Our staff will be happy to verify and explain your benefits before treatment.

How long does the first appointment last?

The first visit usually last around 20-40 minutes depending if the patient fills out the paperwork before coming to the office or not. During the first visit we will do a consultation, exam, and x-rays if needed. For a list of complete details please visit the patient center.

Is it safe for babies to get adjusted?

Dr. Jennifer has many extra hours studying pediatric chiropractic through the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA).  Getting your child adjusted is extremely beneficial.  The trauma of labor/birth is very traumatic for both mom and baby, it is best to get check out to make sure that the nervous system is not compromised during this precious time of growth and development. For more information please click here.

Is it safe to get adjusted while pregnant?

Definitely! It is quite beneficial for both mother and baby. Chiropractic adjustments are great for those pains throughout the body while carrying another little one inside, but more importantly, it is essential to keep the vertebra in proper alignment for the nerves to functions correctly in order to create a healthy baby. Chiropractic adjustments throughout the course of pregnancy will help with a shorter and easier labor and delivery. For more information please click here.

Are adjustments safe?

Adjustments are safe for all people, of all ages. Dr. Jennifer treats patients from babies to adults of all ages.

Will there be loud cracking when getting adjusted?

Dr. Jennifer uses the specific prone technique which is a light gentle technique great for all ages. Most of the time there will not be a “popping” noise, however, in certain cases the adjustment does result in a some noise, which we call Cavitation.

How long until I feel better?

Every patient is different and that is how we like to treat everyone as well. Uniquely and individually. Most patients feel some relief by the 8th visit, but others it may take longer. However, pain is not the determining factor, there is a difference from feeling good and being stable. Our goal in the office is to get our patients to a stable point so the pain doesn’t keep returning weeks/months/years later!

Do I need an appointment?

We accept walk-ins everyday. However, to ensure you will not have to wait we would prefer you schedule an appointment. Contact us today!

Are spinal adjustments necessary with acupuncture?

Absolutely! Spinal adjustments are part of acupuncture health care.

Who can receive chiropractic care?

Anyone of all ages can receive chiropractic care. It is safe and effective for everyone who has a spine and nervous system!

Do I need to get x-rays?

Every patient is different, depending on the condition and your symptoms we decide if we need an x-ray. As an office we believe: to see is to know, not to see is to guess; and we don’t guess about your health.

What is acupuncture?

Acupuncture has been around for more than 3,000 years and is based on the premise that most diseases are the result of energy disruption. This Chinese system of natural healing is concerned with restoring proper energy flow throughout the body and to all organs. If all parts of the body are not functioning properly, pain, disease, organ malfunction and suffering are inevitable.

Is it safe to get acupuncture while pregnant?

Absolutely! You always want to keep an open communication line with your chiropractor and acupuncturist because there are different points you must do, however, it is completely safe and very effective for the complications that arise in pregnancy. Even if you do not have any complications, it is always best to make sure the energy is in proper motion to have the best health of mother and baby during pregnancy, labor, and birth. Learn more here.

Do you use needles for acupuncture?

In some cases we do use Acupuncture Needles, however, in most cases we use a needless form of Acupuncture. The most common technique Dr. Jennifer uses is a more modern approach Electrical Stimulation of the specific points.  This technique is safer than using needles, there is no danger of infection, no blood, and the technique is virtually painless. The results are equal to, if not better than the majority of other acupuncture techniques.

What types of conditions can acupuncture treat?

There are over 2,000 different conditions that acupuncture can treat. Acupuncture is a complete healing art within itself and seeks to correct dysfunction so that healing can take place. For more information, click here.

How are acupuncture treatments performed?

After the skin points are determined, Dr. Jennifer can use one of over 20 methods of stimulation. The most common technique we use a more modern approach of Electrical Stimulation of the specific points. This technique is safer than using needles, there is no danger of infection, no blood, and the technique is virtually painless.  The results are equal to, if not better than the majority of other acupuncture techniques.