Frequently Asked Questions about our services.

 

General Questions

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General Questions

Q. Do I have a pinched nerve?

Many patients consult a chiropractic doctor because they think they have a pinched nerve.

Q. Do I have a slipped disc?

Technically, a disc can't "slip".

Q. How does chiropractic work?

Chiropractic works by restoring your own inborn ability to be healthy. When under the proper control of your nervous system, all the cells, tissues, and organs of your body are designed to resist disease and ill health. The chiropractic approach to better health is to locate and help remove interferences to your natural state of being healthy.

Q. What do chiropractic doctors do?

Helping to restore proper spinal biomechanics and improved nervous system function begins with a case history. This gives the doctor a background about your health, such as surgeries, accidents, the onset of your condition, and other details affecting your current health.

Q. Why do children need chiropractic care?

Since significant spinal trauma can occur at birth, many parents have their newborns checked for the Vertebral Subluxation Complex.

Q. What is an adjustment?

A chiropractic adjustment is the art of using specific force in a precise direction, applied to a joint that is fixated, "locked up", or not moving properly. This adds motion to the joint, helping the bones gradually return to a more normal position and motion. The purpose of this safe and natural procedure is improved spinal function, improved nervous system function and improved health.

Q. Are all patients adjusted the same way?

The doctor evaluates each patients unique spinal problem and develops an individual course of care. The resulting recommendations are based upon years of training and experience.

Q. Is chiropractic care safe?

Chiropractic has an excellent safety record that is the result of a conservative approach to health that avoids invasive procedures or addictive drugs. Chiropractic care is a natural approach to better health that is proven safe and effective.

Q. Does my insurance plan cover my treatment?

Most insurance today covers a Doctor of Chiropractic. The best way to plan in advance is to call your insurance company or ask us to relay coverage information to you after you give us your insurance information. Plans may have specific language for chiropractic or procedures may fall under standard medical coverage. Actual payment is determined by your insurance based on the claim received, status at time of service and language in contract.

Q. What are my payment options?

We process: Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Discover personal checks insurance -preferred provider for many insurances Workers Compensation Claims personal injury, auto accident, slip & fall Medicaid Our focus at Tieszen Chiropractic is to provide extraordinary care when needed. Inquire about flexible payment options.