“But I’ve been told I need surgery.” This is a statement we hear from patients a lot. And sometimes it is true. But more often than not, we help our patients improve their mobility and pain to the point where back or neck surgery is no longer necessary. We believe surgery should be considered as a last resort, only after …
When should I see a chiropractor?
Chiropractic care is not just for back pain. And it isn’t just about “cracking” backs. Evidence-based chiropractors bring a depth of knowledge and skill to help with a wide range of ailments and at much less cost and disruption than other treatments, like surgery. “After all, chiropractors—health care professionals who specialize in musculoskeletal system and nervous system disorders—heal everything from …
To X-ray or Not To X-Ray?
One question that we often hear from prospective new patients is “Do you take X-rays?” We do not routinely order X-rays, and, in fact, we don’t even have an X-ray machine. If after an examination an X-ray, MRI, or CT (imaging) is deemed clinically necessary, we will order these tests from an outside imaging center. Most patients are relieved to learn …