Red Rock Health Chiropractic

Red Rock Health Chiropractic
10613 N. Hayden Rd, ste j103
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
ph: 480.353.8351
fax: 1.866.849.8196

FAQ about Chiropractic

Here are the most common questions that are asked by patients:
What is Chiropractic?
Chiropractic is based on the scientific fact that your body is a
self-regulating, self-healing organism controlled by the brain,
spinal cord and nerves. The 24 bones of the spine, or vertebrae,
surround and protect the spinal cord and nerves. When misaligned,
or subluxated, the vertebrae can interfere with the nervous system,
causing pain and dysfunction.

As a chiropractor, my objective is to analyze the spine, locate and
correct these vertebral misalignments. The chiropractic method of
correction is by specific adjustments of the spine, which are intended
to correct vertebral subluxations over time, thereby allowing the innate (inborn) healing abilities of the body to work at maximum efficiency.
   
What is an Adjustment?
A chiropractic adjustment is a carefully directed and controlled pressure
applied force to a spinal joint that is subluxated, or not moving  properly. The
chiropractic adjustment removes subluxations and  restores motion to
the joints, helping the bones of the spine gradually return to a
more normal position and motion. With  improved position and motion,
there is decreased interference with the nervous system, increased communication within the body, and improved overall balance. 

After many years of training, a chiropractor is an expert at using the 
correct amount of force in the correct direction. Some adjustments may
require a quick movement, and others involve slow and constant
pressure. After a thorough examination, we determine which technique
will work best for you.
   
What conditions are effective for  chiropractors to treat?

Chiropractors do not treat conditions, nor do they cure disease!


Chiropractors adjust vertebral misalignments to remove interference from the

nervous system. With a properly functioning nervous system, your body is

able to heal itself. Chiropractors do not chase symptoms; they look for the

cause of the problem so the symptoms do not return. From sports injuries to

prenatal care, our goal is always the same - to adjust spinal subluxations

allowing the body  to heal itself and function more efficiently.

Do you have to be a certain age to see a Chiropractor?

Chiropractic is safe and effective for people of all ages, from  newborns to

senior citizens. Each person is unique, so we will design a care program

specific for your age, condition, and lifestyle. We have adjusted newborns

minutes after birth, have a large family practice and have had four

generations of a family in one adjusting room!

How much education do Doctors of Chiropractic need?
After completing their undergraduate education, chiropractors  receive
an additional four years of post-graduate education and a one-year
internship to become a Doctor of Chiropractic. Their education
curriculum is similar to medical school and there is special emphasis
on anatomy, physiology, neurology, biomechanics, nutrition, X-ray,
and spinal adjusting techniques. To become a licensed chiropractor,
he or she must pass a demanding four-part National Board Examination
and then a State Board examination for the state in which they wish to
practice.
A chiropractor's education never stops, as yearly continuing education
is required for license renewal.
   
How long will it take me to get better?

It is difficult to predict how your body will react to adjustments. Correcting a

spinal problem depends on several factors ncluding how long the problem

has been around and your current lifestyle. Your body will heal as quickly as

it wants to, and sometimes that takes time. Some patients may require

ongoing supportive care  for optimum spinal function, while others find that

periodic  checkups help keep them in balance and maintain better health.

Can I adjust myself?
 
It is virtually impossible to adjust yourself because a chiropractic
adjustment is a specific force applied in a specific direction to one
area in the spine. Even a chiropractor cannot adjust him or herself.
It is possible to bend or twist and hear and feel a "popping" along
the spine. This is a general movement, however, that may help release
pressure but is usually counterproductive and can create areas of
instability. The best way to adjust the spine is to see a doctor of
chiropractic.

There is a reason they went through all of that schooling!
   
Is chiropractic care expensive?

No, chiropractic care can be relatively inexpensive. Your insurance may cover chiropractic care.

 

Red Rock Health Chiropractic LLC. All rights reserved.

Red Rock Health Chiropractic
10613 N. Hayden Rd, ste j103
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
ph: 480.353.8351
fax: 1.866.849.8196