Frequently Asked Questions in Plymouth MA

A chiropractic adjustment is a gentle, precise movement applied to a joint to restore normal motion and function. It helps relieve pressure, improve alignment, and support your body’s natural healing process.

Yes, chiropractic care is safe when performed by a trained and licensed chiropractor. It is a non-invasive, drug-free approach that focuses on improving the body’s function naturally.

Every person and case is different. There are a number of factors like age, goals and mode of injury. New patients receive a thorough intake to determine the answer to this question.

Chiropractic care can reduce inflammation on or around the nerves surrounding the spine. This can result in less pain, more mobility, better posture, and increased quality of life.

A patient can experience mild soreness following a chiropractic adjustment. Most patients state the soreness went away within a day and faster with the use of ice. There are risks in all facets of healthcare, but serious risks resulting from chiropractic care are very rare.

Most adjustments are not painful, and many patients feel immediate relief. Some may experience mild soreness, which usually passes within a day.

Our office takes a detailed approach to finding the root cause for your health concerns. We then establish a plan of action and educate you, the patient, on your care recommendations. Our office is also staffed with three doctors. This allows us to be flexible and efficient with your appointments.

Your initial appointment can take on average 30 to 45 minutes. Regular appointments take on average 15 to 20 minutes. The office knows that people lead busy lives. It is important that care can be fit into your busy life, so you can live it to the fullest.

Yes, chiropractic care is safe and beneficial during pregnancy. It helps achieve optimal pelvic alignment, and in turn allows for less pain during pregnancy. Some patients have said their delivery with chiropractic care versus without was easier. Our doctors are certified in Webster Technique, the premier chiropractic technique for pregnancy.

No, chiropractic care is not addictive. Many people choose ongoing care simply because they feel and function better when they are regularly adjusted.

The sound is the rapid release of gas built up within the joint cavity. The absence or presence of the sound doesn’t mean the adjustment was good or bad, only whether there was enough trapped gas.

No, self-adjusting is not the same as one delivered from a chiropractor. The lack of specificity that occurs with a self-adjustment can create instability within the joint. Chiropractors are trained to deliver safe and specific adjustments based on examination and x-ray findings. 

Many insurance plans do cover chiropractic care, though coverage depends on your policy. The office is in-network with all insurances in the state of Massachusetts.

Yes, chiropractic care is one of the most effective natural treatments for back pain. It restores mobility, reduces pressure, and allows your body to heal

Yes, chiropractic care can help athletes recover from injuries faster and prevent future ones. Adjustments also improve joint function and lead the athlete to overall better performance.

Yes, regular adjustments can retrain your body into healthier alignment. Forward head position from looking at phones, tablets and computers has been shown to be reduced with chiropractic adjustments and proper traction techniques. 

The chiropractor will use motion palpation and segmental analysis to find spots in the spine that are fixated or locked. uses a precise, controlled force to a joint to restore motion and function. Most patients feel lighter, looser, and more balanced afterward. The chiropractic adjustment restores motion and function within restricted joints. Sensory and stretch receptors throughout the spine are stimulated from the applied pressure of the adjustment which provides feedback on body position, posture and muscle tone. The feedback helps to strengthen the connection of the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) to the body for optimal function. 

Yes, chiropractic care is safe for both children and infants. An adjustment for a child is different from an adult, especially an infant where pressure applied to their spine is similar to checking the ripeness of an avocado. The gentle approach promotes better movement, reduces spinal restrictions and helps to optimize their nervous system for better growth and development. Many children suffering from constipation, ear infections, reflux, torticollis and more benefit from care under a chiropractor.