Frequently Asked Questions
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FAQs
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Chiropractic is founded upon the vitalistic principle that the body is a self-healing organism.
Chiropractors locate, analyze, and adjust the misaligned areas of the spine to achieve optimal nervous system function.
The objective of the adjustment is to reduce stress to the nervous system caused by spinal and cranial misalignments. This allows the body to perform optimally and improve the potential for healing and wellness.
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An adjustment will not typically hurt. Some patients may experience soreness after the first adjustment when we correct misalignments that have been present for months or even years!
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As long as you are putting stress on your spine, you will need to do something about it!
Chiropractic is a lifestyle choice. When patients see how great they feel after getting adjusted, they want to continue to stay healthy for life.
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The number and frequency of adjustments vary from person to person. Most sense some progress within a week or two. As supporting muscles and ligaments heal, visits may become less frequent. Cases of long-term spinal neglect may require visits over many months or years.
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Dr. Brenda does take some insurances:
Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
Independence
Anthem
Aetna PPO
Highmark Medicaid
We do offer non-insurance care for individuals as well as family plans.
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A pediatric chiropractor provides gentle, specific care tailored to your child’s age and individual needs. Our approach includes focused work with the joints and muscles, with the goal of supporting comfortable, balanced movement. Above all, we emphasize a gentle touch and careful attention to your child’s comfort. Dr. Brenda has her post doctorate in pediatric and perinatal chiropractic through the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association. https://icpa4kids.com
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As your body changes during pregnancy, you may experience back pain and discomfort with everyday movement. Dr. Brenda is specialized in The Webster Technique which is The Webster technique is a specific chiropractic analysis and diversified adjustment. The goal of the adjustment is to reduce the effects of subluxation and/or SI joint dysfunction. In so doing neurobiomechanical function in the sacral/pelvic region is improved. This allows baby to have the most room for development. https://icpa4kids.com/training/webster-certification/webster-technique/
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Many families bring their newborns to see a pediatric chiropractor after birth because pregnancy and deliver can cause constraints with baby’s head and neck. A few reasons families notice is they notice baby seems stiff, tight in neck or allover the body, favoring looking to one side, colic, reflux, constipation, trouble breastfeeding or bottle feeding. The adjustments are gentle and Dr. Brenda is specialized in pediatric chiropractic care.
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Postpartum chiropractic care can be utilized as soon as possible. Some, experience low back pain or pelvic pain after birth due to pelvic misalignment. I also do believe routine is important to establish at home as well. In my office I recommend with in 2-4 weeks postpartum to realign you spine and pelvis.