Frequently Asked Questions in Des Moines IA 

We believe to see is to know, to not see is to guess, and we never guess about your health!

Chiropractic is the science, art, and philosophy of health restoration and support, delivered through very specific adjustments to the spine and other bones to achieve a more perfect state of homeostasis.

While most of our community is referred to us for musculoskeletal issues, chiropractic is effective for a majority of human ailments.

A Gentle specific correction delivered by hand to restore a perfect nerve function.

Statistically chiropractic is one of the safest, if not the safest form of healthcare.

This depends mostly on the severity of the problem and the condition of the patient.

Better overall health and performance.

Although possible, risks are very rare. The beginning of treatment may include soreness in a very small amount of cases.

Very rarely! An overwhelming majority find them comfortable with rapid discomfort relief.

For nearly 2 decades we have been treating all age groups with a gentle form of chiropractic care. We LOVE helping everyone!

Not long at all, we do our very best to respect your time!

Like all Doctors, chiropractors have a huge of amount of education including, 540 hours of anatomy, 165 hours of chemistry, 630 hours of diagnosis, 120 hours of microbiology, 320 hours of neurology, 60 hours of obstetrics, 210 hours of orthopedics, 360 hours of pathology, 240 hours of physiology, 60 hours of psychiatry, and 360 hours of radiology. In some cases chiropractic students have more hours than others in a given field.

Absolutely! Most of our pregnant patients get amazing results, and report easier births.

No, but after corrective care many people will chose regular care to maintain optimum health and wellness.

The crack you may or may not hear is a release of gas associated with the restoration of normal spinal joint function.

HIGHLY UNLIKELY AND NOT RECOMMENDED. If you try you are likely not getting the correct segment to move.

Most insurance plans have chiropractic benefits!

Absolutely. Nearly all cases with back pain respond to chiropractic.

Absolutely. Nearly all cases with neck pain respond to chiropractic.

Absolutely. Nearly all cases with headaches respond to chiropractic.

The adjustment (neuromusculoskeletal) focuses on the cause of the pain (Neuro). Physiotherapy focuses on the muscles (musculo) which is the effect.

Absolutely. Nearly all cases with sports injuries respond to chiropractic.

Absolutely. Nearly all cases with posture as a concern improve to some degree.

Normal spinal joint function is restored allowing for proper nerve function. This provides the body with optimum opportunity to heal itself naturally.

Absolutely!