Frequently Asked Questions in Sioux City IA

Chiropractic started in 1895 in Davenport, Iowa. Dr. DD Palmer delivered the 1st chiropractic adjustment to a janitor working in his office with hearing issues and fully impaired on one side.

In our office we have multiple techniques specific to what our clients need. We have a thorough examination process so we know what the body need and what the body can handle. We then delivery very specific, scientific chiropractic adjustments to remove nerve interference. This is done in the safest and most efficient way and helps build trust with our clients.

The first thing you will notice when coming into our office is our friendly staff. They are very helpful and compassionate. The Doctors will go through a comprehensive report of all the information gathered on the first visit. We will perform a Neuro-muscular exam, a stress test, physical exam and postural chiropractic x-rays. This extensive exam allows us to get a complete understanding of what the root cause of your health concerns are. We are very successful in getting results for our clients with this information. We work very hard to make a difference in our clients lives. Our goal is not only to get you out of pain, but to get your body in a great functioning state. Where you no longer need to turn to medications, you don't fear getting sick or injured, and you can trust your body to heal itself again. These are truly life changing results and we try to reproduce them for all of our clients.

Chiropractic care is very safe and effective for pregnant women. Chiropractic care can be incredibly beneficial during pregnancy. It can help manage pain in the back, neck, and joints as your body changes. Additionally, adjustments can help maintain pelvic balance and alignment, potentially making delivery easier Studies have shown a decrease of 60% in labor pain and labor time. Chiropractic care given to a pregnant woman should always be done by a chiropractor with extra specialized training in the field. Our Doctors have completed special training over the years to provide excellent chiropractic care to hundreds of women throughout their pregnancies.

We can do very gentle adjustments that involve no twisting, turning or popping. We use a technique called Torque Release Technique that allows us to find the correct locations of highest nerve interference and correct those areas with little force. Which will cause little to no pain. There are times where more force is needed to break up tension and adhesions in the joint, but even those adjustments can be done in a very gentle way. For any area of the spine we have a gentle answer.

Every spine is different. We could never adjust one person the same as the next. Some need very physical adjustments to make any progress while others just need to be touched in the correct areas to see results. We practice neurologically-based chiropractic where the location of adjustment changes almost on every visit. As we clear our one vertebral level we move onto the next to rid the body of all nerve interference and return the person to a fully functioning state.

Chiropractic adjustments are very effective in alleviating pain, but 1 adjustment is typically not enough. Most pain doesn't start over night and needs time and repetition to retrain the body into a different alignment so that the pain goes away and stays away for a long time.

Chiropractors assess the spine to identify misalignments or restrictions that may be causing lower back pain. Through gentle adjustments, we aim to restore proper spinal alignment, reduce nerve irritation, and improve muscle function. This often leads to pain relief and improved mobility.

Similar to lower back pain, we evaluate the cervical spine (neck region) to pinpoint misalignments or restrictions contributing to neck pain. By performing precise adjustments, we aim to restore proper alignment, reduce muscle tension, and improve nerve function. This can lead to pain relief and improved neck mobility.

Sciatica is often caused by irritation or compression of the sciatic nerve, which can be related to spinal misalignments or disc herniation. Chiropractors use adjustments and other techniques to address the underlying spinal issues, reduce nerve irritation, and alleviate sciatica symptoms.

Chiropractors treat various types of pain, including back pain, neck pain, headaches, joint pain, and muscle pain. We also address pain resulting from injuries, accidents, and chronic conditions.

Yes, chiropractic adjustments are safe when performed by a qualified and licensed chiropractor. Serious complications are extremely rare.

The popping sound during an adjustment is caused by the release of gas bubbles within the joints. It's similar to the sound you hear when cracking your knuckles and is not a cause for concern.