Q: Can I get addicted to Chiropractic adjustments?
A: No, there is no such thing. People can get addicted to feeling good and maybe
that is what is being misunderstood about getting addicted to chiropractic.
Q: Can you adjust patients that have had surgery?
A: Yes, almost always patients can receive the instrument adjustments that are
performed here on a daily basis.
Q: Can a baby receive an adjustment?
A: Of course! Babies tend to need a check right off the bat. They have had a
rough journey, so to speak and can possibly be out of alignment and to a lay
person it may be hard to tell if the needs it or not. We do check ups on babies
all the time. Look for the Keiran Story on our web site and it will fill you in
on our latest new born patient.
Q: Will my insurance pay for my care?
A: Typically, insurance pays for some care; there is usually a deductible, and
co-pay that the patient is responsible for each visit. We file your insurance as
a courtesy to you.
Q: Do chiropractors prescribe medication?
A: No, and once we start treating the patient they tend to not need pain
medication.
Q: Do medical doctors work with chiropractors?
A: Yes, we have a great working relationship with many medical doctors in San
Angelo and the surrounding areas.
Q: Will I ever be "cured" from back pain?
A: Getting rid of back problems permanently is our goal for patients!
Q: Can you adjust patients with arthritis?
A: Yes, absolutely! We have helped many patients with arthritis conditions!
Q: Does chiropractic help allergies?
A: Yes, by boosting the immune system it reduces the reaction to allergens.
Q: How do you know if your spine needs to be checked?
A: The simple answer is that you usually don't know! That is why it is
imperative to get monthly spinal check ups to maintain proper spinal health.
Q: Can you feel the bone move during an adjustment?
A: No, you can't feel the bone shift at all because it happens so fast, but you
can feel the positive results very quickly.
Q: Can chiropractic help you lose weight?
A: When we feel good, we feel energetic, when we feel energetic we exercise and
our activities increase therefore burning more calories and decreasing the body
fat we store.