Choosing a chiropractor
Chiropractic includes a wide range of practice styles and techniques, which can make choosing one a challenge. A chiropractor who's a great fit for one person may not be for another, since people respond differently to different techniques. A chiropractor with a good reputation in the community is a good place to start: if many people you know have been happy with their care, there's a good chance you will be too.
Questions to ask
- What do you think is causing my problem, and what do you recommend?
- How many visits should I expect, and how will we know if it's working?
- What will it cost, and what does my insurance cover?
- What techniques do you use? Do you have lighter-touch options?
- Do you include exercises I can do at home?
- When would you refer me to another provider?
Red flags
Be cautious if a chiropractor pressures you into a long care plan, especially a prepaid one, on your first visit. No one can know in advance exactly how you'll respond. Treatment should be fitted to your problem and adjusted based on how you respond.
About our doctors
Both of our doctors trained at Palmer College of Chiropractic, the first chiropractic college. Each knows several techniques and practices a little differently, which gives you options. We work with other specialists in the area and refer when you need more than we offer. Meet our doctors.
This article is general information, not medical advice. Our doctors are doctors of chiropractic (D.C.), not medical doctors. If you have a medical emergency, call 911.