Frequently Asked Questions

What Type of Adjustments does the Doctor do?

At Normal we do things the old fashioned way: by hand. While tools and gizmos have their place, most people like and benefit from a hands on adjustment. Manual chiropractic adjustments have been in use for over 100 years and have a proven track record. Instead of using a single specialized technique the Doctor will use the very best of every adjusting and soft tissue technique out there. We know that a good adjustment shouldn't be one that hurts but, rather, one that gets the job done comfortably. This is why we never use any more force than necessary.

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What about stretches and exercises?

At your request, the Doctor will design a rehab program that is based on current evidence and tailored specifically to your condition and ability. A part of the process is progression. In the same way we gain strength and stamina with any workout routine, the rehab is enhanced with progressions. The Doctor will include the first tier of progressions in the initial program but over time as things change he may update your program. At the end of the day, nearly all musculoskeletal conditions respond favorably to exercise and we are interested in making sure our patients are doing it as safely and effectively as possible.

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Does Normal Chiropractic Take Private Health Insurance?

Contracting with insurance companies is something that we have deliberately chosen not to do. This allows us to keep prices reasonable and level across the playing field and most importantly, offer services to our patients without a third party insurer deciding what's best for you.

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We are happy to offer itemized receipts or superbills on visits so that our patients may self-file claims for reimbursement.

 

Does Normal Chiropractic take Medicare / Medicaid?

Unfortunately we do not, but there are several exceptional providers in the area that do. We are able to offer all of our services with the exception of 'Chiropractic Adjustments' to medicare / medicaid beneficiaries.

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What's Wrong With Me?

Accurately identifying the cause of spinal pain or other discomfort almost always requires a thorough consultation and examination. Individuals should not assume their pain stems from the same problem, for example, their neighbor had, and thus what has helped their neighbor will help them. Just as every individual is unique and different from the next, so too are the health conditions they suffer and the treatments they require.

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What can a Chiropractor diagnose?

The short answer is a lot! However, Chiropractors in the state of Texas are limited to only those diagnoses that pertain to the peripheral nervous system, muscular system, spine and joints. While that may seem specific, it is important to remember that Chiropractors are specialists and not general practitioners. Diagnoses, beyond the aforementioned, are out of the Texas Chiropractors scope of practice and require a referral to a provider licensed to make the diagnosis: generally a medical doctor or surgeon. Chiropractic doctors are highly trained in the diagnosis and treatment of soft tissue injuries and abnormalities common to the spine, extremities and rest of body. Rest assured that if you are suffering from back or neck problems, extremity problems or other health related ailments chiropractic can provide you with the effective professional relief you demand. If your condition is out of the chiropractic scope or would be more appropriately managed by another health care specialist, we will gladly and promptly make the necessary referral.

 

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Can Chiropractic Help Me?

Chiropractic has helped millions of people worldwide suffering from all types of problems and not just back and neck ailments. Chiropractic works with the spinal column and it's intimate relationship with the nervous system - the major controller of all bodily functions. By optimizing spinal column structure and biomechanics, irritation and stress are removed and health can once again be achieved.

 

You may be surprised to learn that research studies have provided scientific evidence showing chiropractic care is not only effective in the treatment of back and neck ailments, but can also provide effective relief with children suffering from ear infections, women suffering from dysmenorrhea (painful menses), and a number of other seemingly "non-spinal" conditions. While it's not prudent to guarantee relief from such conditions or claim to "treat" these conditions, chiropractic has successfully helped millions of individuals with all sorts of health conditions by positively affecting the nervous system.

 

Of course, doctors of chiropractic are best known for their success in treating back and neck problems. Through the use of chiropractic spinal adjustments and other highly specialized chiropractic techniques, chiropractors have established themselves as the back and neck injury specialists. Many medical experts are now coming to understand the true effectiveness of chiropractic care and are recommending major changes in the way our health care system manages many common spinal problems. According to a recent Ontario Ministry of Health commissioned study on low-back pain, "A very good case can be made for making chiropractors the gatekeepers for management of low-back pain..."

 

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How Long Will It Take?

While treatment lengths vary somewhat from person to person and from condition to condition, there are a few rules of thumb you can follow. First, newer injuries, if treated appropriately and immediately, tend to respond to fewer visits assuming that major tissue injury has not occurred. Many of these first time injuries can be effectively managed in as little as 3 to 4 visits. Conditions that have been present for greater than 3 months and recurring conditions are generally more stubborn and difficult to manage. Resolution may require 12 visits or more.

 

The only sure way to determine how long your treatment will take is to schedule a consultation and/or examination. For those of you who believe in just waiting for the problem to "go away" on it's own - understand that the longer your condition has been around, the more treatments it will eventually require to resolve.

 

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How Much Will It Cost?

Costs vary and generally depend on the number of treatments required to effectively treat your condition. A number of studies have shown that chiropractic care is extremely cost effective when compared to other "medical" forms of care for similar conditions.

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We have posted our fee schedule for reference.

 

According to the 1993 Manga Report, "There would be highly significant cost savings if more management of low-back pain was transferred from physicians to chiropractors. Users of chiropractic care have substantially lower health care costs, especially inpatient costs, than those who use medical care only."

 

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Do I Have To Keep Coming Back For Treatments?

You may have heard the notion that once you go to a chiropractor you have to keep going back. Before we answer that question, ask yourself how many times you have visited a dentist? Like most people, you've probably gone dozens of times. Why? Quite simply, to prevent your teeth from literally rotting out of your head.

 

Once we have eliminated your pain and rehabilitated the injured tissues we do recommend that you maintain a schedule of periodic spinal checkups. Like your dentist and like many of the medical experts are now recognizing, prevention is the key to reducing recurrences of existing health conditions and minimizing new injuries in the future.

 

So the answer is yes, we want you to keep coming back, but just periodically. Periodic chiropractic care minimizes spinal and nerve stresses, reduces recurrences of old injuries, prevents new injuries from developing, minimizes degenerative processes, which enhances overall health and wellness.

 

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Are Chiropractic Treatments Safe and Do They Hurt?

Chiropractic treatments are extremely safe for individuals of all ages - from infants to 100 year olds. Our treatments are safe because we only use natural and noninvasive methods of care. Research consistently shows that care from chiropractors is among the safest care available and is literally light years ahead of traditional medical care in terms of "safeness".​

 

The treatments themselves are generally not painful. In fact, most patients look forward to their treatments as many experience instantaneous relief immediately afterwards. Individuals who present with moderate to severe pain may experience some minor discomfort for obvious reasons, however, care is always gentle, safe and noninvasive.