FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: What is Chiropractic? A: Chiropractic is the practice of treating patients without the use of drugs or surgery.

Q: What types of injuries and problems are treated with Chiropractic care? A: We treat both chronic problems that have nagged people for years and more acute problems like when someone 'throws their back out'. Some examples of the conditions we treat include: -Headaches and TMJ -Back and Neck Pain -Carpal Tunnel Syndrome -Sports Injuries -Shoulder Injuries and Rotator Cuff Syndromes -Arm and Leg Pain -Sciatica -Painful Joints and Muscle Spasms -Work Injuries and Auto Accident Injuries

Q: What do Chiropractors do? A: Chiropractic joint manipulations (adjustments) are what chiropractors are most famous for. By mobilizing joints in the spine, neck, and even the hips, wrists and feet, a chiropractor can help correct biomechanical imbalances, alleviate pain, and restore normal body function.

Q: How does joint manipulation work? A: One way to look at it is that when one joint is locked and not functioning (in your spine for instance), the other joints and muscles around that spot have to work twice as hard to get their job done. This combination of joints that aren't moving and other joints that are moving too much creates irritation to the muscles, nerves, and connective tissue around the dysfunctional area. Mobilization of those joints that aren't moving can thus correct the initial imbalance and allow the body to heal itself naturally. The types of adjustments used by the LaSalle Chiropractic are quick, painless, and most people find them to be quite satisfying and enjoyable. Since chiropractic care depends on the healing abilities of each patient, results can vary from patient to patient. Everyone responds differently. Some detect changes in a few short days or weeks. Others may take weeks to months before showing significant progress. In addition to joint manipulation, we also use a variety of soft tissue techniques and physical modalities like ultrasound and electric muscle stimulation. We also use massage therapy, nutrition counseling, herbal supplements, and rehabilitation programs to treat our patients.