Chiropractic FAQs – Progressive Chiropractic
What is a chiropractic adjustment?
This is a natural treatment in which a licensed chiropractor uses the force of their two hands on a spinal joint to align the spine to a more normalized position.
What’s the value of getting your spine adjusted?
Adjusting your bones to better align your spine will improve the performance of your body and will relieve pain. If you have back pain, neck soreness, general body discomfort (legs, hands, feet), or frequent migraines, a spinal manipulation can help heal these problems and allow you to live a healthier life with less stress.
Who is Dr. Mark Scanlon?
Dr. Scanlon has over 25 years of experience as a licensed chiropractor and currently lives in Montgomery, OH. He focuses on giving every one of his patients individualized attention and personalized treatment to best serve their physical needs and improve their quality of life.
Does a spinal manipulation hurt?
By no means is this natural body remedy a painful treatment. The patients who receive chiropractic care often say the neck and back “cracking” feels good, and the treatment rarely, if ever, hurts. At the very worst, you may feel sore for a day or two after getting adjusted for the first time, but this goes away quickly as your body gets used to chiropractic care.
Is chiropractic safe?
Yes. Chiropractic care is recognized across the country as one of the safest spinal treatments, plus it’s drug free and doesn’t require surgery. Dr. Scanlon is a licensed, professional chiropractor with over two decades of experience and thousands of happy patients—he knows how to execute a spinal adjustment that is extremely safe and beneficial. You can also read more about why chiropractic is safe.
How long is the average adjustment or massage session?
The average adjustment at Progressive Chiropractic lasts 15 minutes and the average massage takes 30 minutes. Times may vary depending on the patient. For example, the first visit will be longer to account for an exam and consultation that won’t be necessary during the second and future appointments.
How does this back pain treatment compare to other methods?
According to a study by Consumer Reports, chiropractic care ranked #1 in treatment performance ahead of a massage, prescription medication, yoga, over-the-counter medicine, and pilates. Also, 95% of patients who have had chiropractic care report the treatment was effective.
How do adjustments and massages help heal the body?
When Dr. Scanlon adjusts your spine to align it properly, the nervous system functions better and will start healing your body on its own. And then after getting a massage, your body releases stress and tension which gives your body energy to perform better and protect you against diseases.
Once I begin chiropractic care, do I have to go forever?
No, that’s not the case. On your first appointment, Dr. Scanlon will do an evaluation and consultation to identify the ideal treatment and treatment period to best relieve pain and help your body. Depending on your progress, more, less, or no further appointments may be necessary. Since every patient is different with unique needs, Dr. Scanlon will recommend different treatment lengths for each individual case.
How can I a schedule a chiropractic adjustment with Progressive Chiropractic?
That’s the easiest question on this list. Just give us a call right now at 513-247-9045. Or you can schedule an appointment at our Montgomery, OH office through this link and we’ll call you to find the best time for the both of us. We hope you visit us soon!