Frequently Asked Questions in Elmhurst

Chiropractic treatment looks to identify and correct the underlying cause of your problems. In most cases that is misalignment and abnormal biomechanics of the joints in your spine or any other part of the body. When your spine is out of alignment it can also cause a "pinch" in the nerves. When those nerves are pinched it can cause pain, numbness, or tingling that can radiate down into the arms or legs. Chiropractic adjustments correct the misalignment of the spine and relieve pressure on the nerve supply.

No. The popping noise that you may hear when getting adjusted is only gas escaping the joint. Some adjustments you may hear a noise, others you may not, it has no effect on the outcome.

In most cases Yes. Chiropractic is a covered benefit under most insurance plans. Don't worry! We will call for you and figure out what your coverage is.

Very Safe! To make sure that Chiropractic treatment is right for you, we conduct a thorough history as well as examination with x-ray imaging if necessary.

Yes! Chiropractic adjustments are a safe and effective means of pain management through the entire pregnancy, without medication. Not only can adjustments help mommy with things like back pain, headaches, and sciatica; it can help baby turn into the proper position for delivery, reducing the risk of a breech presentation.

Only if you can get addicted to feeling good and being healthy. No one needs to keep getting adjusted, however most people want to. That is because they like the way that they feel when they do. Not to mention all the stress that caused the problem in the first place, does not usually magically go away. Chiropractic care can be part of your health routine!

es! Children can be adjusted starting at 1 day old! Why? Birth is a traumatic experience. Just a few of the various reasons that a baby should be adjusted are torticolis, colic, digestive issues, and chronic ear infections.

Alot! Chiropractic College is a 10 trimester postgraduate program, there is a minimum of 173 credit hours required for graduation. On average there are 6 hours of in-person classes a day! Not only do you need to excel in your classes, you also need to pass all 4 parts of your National Board Exams to get licensed in your state.

Yes and you should! Just because you had surgery doesn't mean that the problem is gone, even if you're feeling better. Many people who have one spine surgery will have to have another in the future for this reason.

It is different for everyone, however most people notice change after their first adjustment.