Frequently Asked Questions in Baldwin WI

Evidence-based chiropractic is a patient-centered, evidence-informed discipline that addresses musculoskeletal conditions with scientifically supported therapies, prioritizing individual needs and measurable outcomes. Chiropractors use techniques like joint mobilization, manipulation, soft tissue therapy, and prescribed exercises, backed by research for conditions such as lower back pain and neck discomfort, to restore function and reduce pain. By collaborating closely with patients, they design personalized plans that integrate nutritional and lifestyle guidance with movement strategies, ensuring care is both effective and aligned with each person's lifestyle and goals. This evidence-based approach combines current best practices with a deep commitment to empowering patients, fostering health through informed, practical solutions.

Chiropractors treat acute and chronic conditions of the musculoskeletal system, including the spine and extremities. This includes, but is not limited to, neck pain, low back pain, various headaches such as tension-type headaches and migraines, joint problems in areas like the shoulder, knee, and foot, and, depending on the provider’s expertise, sports-related conditions, orthopedic issues, and co-management of chronic diseases influenced by lifestyle choices, including nutrition.

A chiropractic adjustment is a high-speed, low-force treatment directed at a specific body region, most commonly the spine but can include any joint designed for movement, with the intent of improving focal joint biomechanics and joint range of motion. This treatment is typically most effective when paired with other modalities such as soft tissue work and/or prescribed exercises.

Yes, treatment from a licensed chiropractor is extraordinarily safe.

The number of treatments required depends entirely on your condition, goals, and provider, as there is no one-size-fits-all approach. For non-complicated conditions in ideal situations, evidence suggests an average treatment range of 3 to 12 sessions.

Depending on the goals you seek from a chiropractor, benefits can include, but are not limited to, a reduction in pain, improved range of motion, an enhanced quality of life, and, most notably, a meaningful action plan to resolve a long-standing health issue.

Like everything in life, there is no such thing as zero risk. The most common risks and side effects associated with conservative care, such as adjustments and soft tissue work, are typically some form of soreness following treatment. Other risks, depending on the modality, may include potential bruising from soft tissue work or skin reactions to adhesive from tape. These risks, along with the much rarer but more serious ones, will be discussed individually with an informed consent tailored to you and your health at the time of care.

The goal of the adjustment is to never be painful, which is why additional time is often taken to ensure that, so long as the adjustment is the appropriate treatment for your condition at the time of care, it will be as painless as possible.

You should choose us to be a part of your healthcare team because we are different. We make sure that we are the right fit to work together before any finances become involved. We work with you, towards your goals, making sure our appointments together are matched to what you want from your care every step of the way. We practice with our core values as non-negotiable, believing that actions and practicing the way we do will speak louder than any words we could tell you here.

Appointments at our clinic traditionally last 60 minutes, though we also offer 30-minute appointments that are patient- and case-dependent.

Chiropractors are educated in an accredited graduate program that takes anywhere from 3.5 to over 4 years. They must pass four board exams during their education and achieve specific measured metrics during internships to qualify for graduation and to practice in a U.S. state. After graduation, several specialty options are available, including sports care, neurology, pediatrics, orthopedics, radiology, and nutrition, with the list continually growing in number and quality.

Yes, pregnant women often seek chiropractic care to help with the aches and pains associated with pregnancy.

While not addictive in the traditional sense, it’s not uncommon for patients to elect additional care because of how the treatment makes them feel or the benefits they’ve seen from seeing their provider.

The cracking sound of the adjustment is gas leaving the joint, also called a cavitation. While fun for some and concerning for others, it is not a required outcome during an adjustment maneuver for it to be successful.

If you mean making your own joints cavitate and produce a sound, then certainly you could, as long as you don’t force your joints, like your neck, into extreme positions to make it happen or experience pain while doing so. While it may feel good, sometimes there are spots that require professional help.

Insurance plans can cover certain chiropractic services, but we choose to opt out of accepting insurance for the following reasons:

1. They may require additional hoops like preauthorization.
2. Someone else dictates what you need and what we can do.
3. Limited services are covered, meaning on top of a copay, we would have to bill for non-covered services anyway.
4. Insurance model practices require a fast-paced, turn-and-burn style clinic to be profitable, as covered rates and services often limit appointments to 15 minutes or less, with some clinics completing appointments in under 5 minutes, which conflicts with our commitment to thorough, patient-centered care.

Chiropractic is one of the front-line recommendations for helping with back pain. The most recent clinical guidelines include evidence-based chiropractic care as a first or primary intervention in the treatment of low back pain.

Chiropractic is one of the front-line recommendations for helping with neck pain. The most recent clinical guidelines include evidence-based chiropractic care as a first or primary intervention in the treatment of neck pain.

Chiropractic care can help with headaches, with strong evidence supporting its use for tension and cervicogenic (neck based) headaches, emerging evidence for several types of migraines, and many people finding conservative care beneficial in managing their headaches.

If both providers are well-trained and following the most up-to-date clinical guidelines, there should be minimal differences between an evidence based chiropractor (EBC) and an evidence based physical therapist (EBPT). Most differences lie in where these providers are traditionally found, with chiropractors typically having private clinics that patients can seek out on their own, and physical therapists often being found in hospital settings, frequently requiring a referral. However, these traditions are changing, with more chiropractors being offered hospital positions and physical therapists gaining autonomy to open their own private clinics.

Chiropractic care is great for sports injuries! With treatment options including taping, soft tissue work, rehab exercises, adjustments, and more, a chiropractor trained in sports injuries is a fantastic resource, as evidenced by all 32 NFL teams employing a chiropractor.

Chiropractic care can improve your quality of life and offer ergonomic solutions for jobs that often have people questioning if their posture is good enough or thinking it’s causing their pain.

During an adjustment, we put the restricted joint into a position that allows us to safely deliver a controlled force into the direction the joint feels stuck in, typically at the sticking point itself. This often results in a cavitation (not required) and gives that area potential pain relief and range of motion back.

If your provider is using age-appropriate exam and treatment procedures, chiropractic is indeed safe for kids. Much like other areas of healthcare, many providers are confident and competent treating particular patient populations, and when treatment requires what's beyond their skill, they refer to the appropriate provider. Should the care required warrant it, we would refer to a pediatric specialty, either in the medical realm or a chiropractic pediatric specialist.