Frequently Asked Questions in Vienna VA

A Doctor of Chiropractic is a healthcare professional focused on the diagnosis and treatment of neuromuscular disorders (subluxations: misalignments of the spine causing nerve interference), primarily through specific chiropractic adjustments of the spine. Chiropractors aim to reduce pain and improve patients' functionality, educate them on how they can account for their own health via nutrition, sleep, exercise, ergonomics, stress management, and make other lifestyle recommendations.

Chiropractic care is a patient-centered, hands-on approach to health that focuses on influencing bodily function through structural correction. It emphasizes the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system (subluxations), especially the spine, to help your body’s nervous system become more resilient to the modern stressful life you live today. In essence, chiropractic care shifts your pain into power. Power is the capacity to handle the stress you face today.

A chiropractic adjustment is a specific procedure where a chiropractor uses their hands or a small instrument to apply a controlled, gentle force to a spinal or extra-spinal joint. The goal is to improve spinal/extra-spinal motion and improve your body's physical function. Examples of extra spinal adjustments would include shoulder, knee, foot, ankle, wrist, elbow and hip.

The cost of chiropractic care varies depending on the type of care and the number of sessions recommended. How many chiropractic adjustments are required? That depends on your goals and the Doctor’s objective exam findings. Based on those two factors, the Doctor will provide his best recommendations so that you know what will be required on your part to achieve the goals and results you are seeking. Additionally, we offer flexible payment plans to accommodate your financial situation.

That depends on your goals and the Doctor’s objective exam findings. Based on those two factors, the Doctor will provide his best recommendations so that you know what you will need to do to achieve the goals and results you are seeking. Also consider that the number of adjustments varies per individual, depending on the nature of the issue, how long you have had the problem, how your body responds to care, and how well you follow the Doctor’s at-home recommendations.

Chiropractic care is effective for a wide range of conditions, including but not limited to back pain, neck pain, pain in the joints of the arms or legs, headaches, digestive issues, immune problems, sleep issues, stress management, mental health, stiffness/tightness, postural issues, and fatigue.

Absolutely! Preventative chiropractic care is an excellent way to maintain joint health, improve posture, and enhance overall well-being. It can also prevent small issues from becoming more serious problems. Regular adjustments can help keep your body functioning at its best, even if you're not currently experiencing pain.

We proudly offer the Palmer Package method, which encompasses a variety of techniques, such as hands-on manual adjustments, drop table techniques, instrument adjusting, stretching, and extremity adjustments, tailored to meet your specific needs.

Chiropractors care for conditions related to the structure of your body to help optimize nerve system function. When your nervous system works better, you work better. Their goal is to relieve pain and improve function in the most natural, safe, holistic, and effective way possible. They do not prescribe drugs or perform surgical procedures.

Chiropractors use adjustments to restore joint function and support the nervous system. They can help alleviate pain caused by injuries or accidents without the need for drugs or surgery. And it continues to help stabilize and correct the underlying problems, too. So that when you get back to the things you need to do in life and want to do, you will be able to perform and minimize any chance of causing a relapse.

Beyond musculoskeletal issues, chiropractic care can also help with conditions like stress, sleep, immune issues, digestive problems, stress management, and migraine prevention.

Yes! Chiropractic care is safe and beneficial during pregnancy. It can relieve pain in the back, neck, hips, and joints, and can help ensure a smoother delivery.

Chiropractic care helps to relieve these pains by restoring proper alignment to the spine, reducing pressure on the nervous system, and improving mobility. These brain-based adjustments help calm your stressed brain and allow for more rest and healing to occur in your body.

Most patients do not experience discomfort during chiropractic adjustments. Some may feel minor immediate discomfort, but this typically subsides quickly. We offer many kinds of adjustments to make sure you are comfortable with what type of chiropractic adjustment we recommend for your condition.

Yes, chiropractic adjustments are safe and effective when performed by a licensed and trained chiropractor.

The popping sound is caused by the release of gas bubbles between the joints, a process known as joint cavitation. It's a normal part of the adjustment process.

No. Care plans are highly personalized based on each patient's unique condition and needs.

While many patients experience significant relief, chiropractic care aims to address the root cause of back pain for long-term solutions rather than a temporary fix. This all depends on the patients’ ability to follow the Doctor’s recommendation both in the office and at home to ensure best results.

While many patients experience significant relief, chiropractic care aims to address the root cause of back pain for long-term solutions rather than a temporary fix. This all depends on the patients’ ability to follow the Doctor’s recommendation both in the office and at home to ensure best results.

Attempting to adjust yourself can be dangerous. Chiropractic adjustments should only be performed by a licensed and trained Chiropractor to ensure safety and effectiveness.

Typically, you will not need to remove your clothing. However, wearing loose, comfortable clothes may help facilitate your treatment.

Yes, chiropractic care can benefit children. It can help improve sleep, behavior, attitude, and immune system function. Yeah!

Chiropractors undergo rigorous education and training that begins with at least 3 years of undergraduate study, though most earn a 4-year degree, in fields such as biology or kinesiology. Requirements vary by state, but many require a bachelor's degree before entering a Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.) program, which typically lasts 4 years and includes both classroom and clinical training. Courses cover a wide range of subjects from basic sciences to chiropractic techniques and patient care. Following their education, chiropractors must pass National Board exams and obtain a state license to practice, which involves continuous education to maintain licensure. Specializations in areas like wellness, family, sports, pediatrics, and nutrition are also available, enhancing the care chiropractors can provide to their patients.