Frequently Asked Questions in Minneapolis MN

Chiropractic is a healing science that focuses on the restoring of proper joint biomechanics and removal of interference to the nervous system. It is a non-pharmacological, non-invasive form of health care and its etiology comes from the Greek words “cheir” and “praktos” which translates to “done by hand.”

A chiropractor is a type of doctor that focuses on helping patients resolve back pain, neck pain, nerve pain, joint pain and restore normal joint function in other areas of the body, such as ankles, knees, elbows, and wrists.

Like other types of doctors, a chiropractor will perform a thorough history and exam to determine what the underlying condition is, if chiropractic can help, and what an appropriate treatment plan would be. This is then discussed with the patient.

Doctors of Chiropractic (DC) care for many kinds of muscle, bone, or joint related conditions. The most common reasons for visits to a chiropractor are neuromusculoskeletal conditions such as neck, back, tailbone, rib pain, and headaches.

An adjustment is a safe, gentle treatment that involves applying a calculated pressure/force/thrust to certain segments of your spine or extremities to restore normal movement, alignment, or bio-mechanics.

It depends, some patients feel relief after a short treatment plan and enjoy routine/maintenance visits due to the physical nature of their day to day activities. Others may require a more rigorous treatment plan due to the nature of their condition.

Improved posture, range of motion, and/or decreased pain, which may allow for better sleep, performance, and daily activities.

Generally not. Most patients will have a sense of relief after their adjustment. However, some may feel soreness for a period of time as the muscles and ligaments adapt to the new alignment.

You should pick us as your chiropractors if you resonate with having a more conservative approach to your neuromusculoskeletal conditions. We believe that movement is medicine and encourage you to be proactive about maintaining your health. You should not pick us as your chiropractor if you want a quick fix or if you believe that a chronic condition can be fixed in one visit.

A new patient appointment lasts around 45 minutes, established patient appointments will typically be 15 minutes.

Yes, chiropractic care is safe during pregnancy. Your chiropractor may change the way they assess or treat the spine to accommodate the physical changes during pregnancy.

No, an adjustment is applied to a specific problematic joint in your spine or extremities with an intentional amount of pressure/force/thrust.

Yes, however some insurance plans assign a patient portion in the form of a copay, coinsurance, or deductible. We accept all major forms of insurance. Please contact us if you would like us to verify your chiropractic insurance benefits.

Yes, chiropractic care is safe for children utilizing a more gentle approach.