Frequently Asked Chiropractic Questions in Toms River NJ

Chiropractic is a science art and philosophy that deals with the innate recuperative powers of the human body.

Chiropractors address vertebral subluxations which impede the body’s ability to self-regulate and heal, otherwise known as homeostasis.

An adjustment is a physical force applied to joints of the body in an effort to reduce neural tension and encourage healing.

Chiropractic adjustments are incredibly safe.

Care plans vary based on the individual needs of each patient.

The benefits of chiropractic care are far reaching. They include, but are not limited to; better mobility, improved aging, and overall better vitality.

There are minimal risks, as with any medical procedure. These risks can be mitigated through careful examination and consideration of each individual’s case.

Seldom would a chiropractic adjustment be painful in fact, many patients relate immediate relief upon adjustment. Painful adjustments can be avoided by the practitioner’s experience and staying within the patients’ individual boundaries.

Only fifteen percent of your neural pathways are designed toward feeling. Eighty-five percent are geared toward function. Similar to a patient needing a dentist for a cavity, even though their tooth does not hurt.

I practice with integrity; I put the needs of the patient over the needs of our practice. I have extensive training in many varied techniques and the ability to find the one that’s right for you.

In my opinion, and in my office, an adjustment takes less than five minutes. The healing from that adjustment is built upon momentum and consistency of care.

Incredibly well. A Doctor of Chiropractic degree takes a minimum of eight years post high school graduation.

Absolutely, we encourage chiropractic care during pregnancy and continued care for both mom and baby following birth.

Absolutely not. Chiropractic care DOES feel good, so people do enjoy getting adjusted on a regular basis.

The “crack sound” is thought to be the exchange of gas across semi permeable membrane known as the joint capsule. This phenomenon is known as cavitation. The cracking sound is not an indicator or necessary for successful adjustment. Don’t let the cracking keep you from excellent chiropractic care. There are many techniques that are gentle and do not require cavitation.

No … you’ll go blind. Just kidding! You cannot adjust yourself. You can, however, cavitate yourself (crack.) We don’t recommend that.

MOST insurance plans cover some chiropractic care. At Silverton Chiropractic, we go to every extent to process your claims, minimize out of pocket expenses, and provide the care that you need.

Yes, though it is not the main intent of chiropractic to assist with back pain. Back pain is often resolved as a by product of chiropractic adjustments.

Care plans are designed to reduce vertebral subluxations which can cause severe neck pain.

Chiropractic care has been proven success in reducing the symptoms of varied types of headaches. As with any condition, careful consideration of the patients overall health must be taken into account.

Though chiropractic care and the care of a physical therapist have the ultimate goal of improving patient health, we use different approaches toward the same end.

Yes

Absolutely. Care plans take into consideration the restoration of normal postures when possible.

Patient enters the office and is placed on the table. We do an analysis of the patient’s spinal biomechanics, assess varied indicators to refine our approach. We then, when necessary perform an adjustment then check to make sure an adjustment has actually been made. Each chiropractor refines their own technique based upon training and experience.

Yes chiropractic has been proven one of the safest experiences in all of healthcare for both children and adults.