FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT CHIROPRACTIC CARE

• What is Chiropractor Care?

  Chiropractor care is designed to treat the body’s structure to restore motion, reduce pain, and improve function. We provide traditional chiropractic adjustments and other manipulative and manual therapies to treat patients dealing with pain. Spinal manipulation, combined with additional chiropractic treatments, brings relief to patients suffering from back pain, headaches, neck pain, and other spine-related conditions.

• What is a Chiropractic Adjustment?

  A chiropractic adjustment is a specialized treatment designed to correct structural alignment and improve the nervous system’s ability to work functionally. Patients experience decreased pain, improved spinal function, and overall health improvement.

• Do Chiropractic Adjustments Hurt?

  Chiropractic adjustments are designed to improve the body. Rarely do patients experience pain during or after treatment. Gentle pressure is used to correct the spine, and most patients report feeling immediate relief during treatment. During treatment, patients may hear a popping noise, which is air being released from the joints. Soreness may be experienced a day or two after treatment as the body heals itself. The soreness usually feels similar to how one feels following a vigorous workout.

• Are Chiropractic Adjustments Safe?

  When performed by a licensed chiropractor, spinal adjustments are among the safest, drug-free treatments for neuromusculoskeletal problems. Chiropractic adjustments provide patients with a less risky way to find relief from chronic pain and stiffness. Dr. Simmonds is a licensed chiropractor with several years of experience in spinal manipulation treatments. As a member of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA), Dr. Simmonds has the training, skillset, and knowledge needed to perform chiropractic adjustments for patients of all ages safely.

• Can I Learn to Adjust Myself?

  No. Chiropractic adjustments require proper education, training, and experience. Dr. Simmonds is trained to adjust the spine in a specific location and direction. Patients cannot perform such spinal adjustments without professional assistance.

• What Can I Expect at my First Chiropractor Visit?

  Our Bountiful chiropractor clinic’s initial visit will focus on getting to know you and discussing your health issues. We then discuss various treatments and provide you with an overview of your personalized treatment plan. Depending upon the length of your initial appointment, we can begin the first treatment by performing a spinal adjustment.

• What Conditions do Chiropractors Treat?

  • ADHD
  • Allergies
  • Asthma
  • Car Accident Injuries
  • Back Pain
  • Bed Wetting
  • Carpal Tunnel
  • Children’s Health
  • Colic
  • Ear Infections
  • Family Wellness
  • Headaches
  • Neck Pain
  • Nerve Entrapment
  • Pain Relief

  • Pinched Nerve
  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • PMS
  • Pregnancy
  • Sciatica
  • Scoliosis
  • Shin Splints
  • Shoulder Pain
  • Slipped Disc
  • Sports Injuries
  • Sprains and Strains
  • Stress
  • Tendinitis
  • TMJ Syndrome or Disorder
  • Whiplash

• Can I Get Chiropractor Care While Pregnant?

  Dr. Simmonds and his team of experts provide pregnancy care and pediatric chiropractor services. Keeping the body healthy and balanced during pregnancy helps momma and baby. With correct stretching and adjusting, we can help many women feel better during pregnancy by keeping the nervous system working correctly and improving the hips and spine biomechanics, improving the labor and delivery process.

  Our pediatric services focus on maintaining balance throughout the body and reducing the risk of developing many childhood health problems. Many childhood health problems are the result of nervous system interference, commonly along the spine. Our patients feel better through adjustments and correct modalities as the brain and body have clear communication pathways.

• Can Children Receive Chiropractic Care?

  Yes. Children usually are extremely physical and active, which can lead to similar physical ailments adults face, such as back pain, neck pain, stiffness, and overall soreness. Dr. Simmonds is a member of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA) and has trained with several doctors of the EPIC Pediatric group, providing him with a unique skill set to work on children’s chiropractic needs safely and effectively.

• What Causes Spinal Misalignment?

  There are several reasons spinal misalignment occurs, poor posture, unnatural ergonomics, weak muscles, degenerative disc disease, and aging. Car accidents and sports-related injuries often lead to spinal misalignment as well. Over time, a misaligned spine leads to nerve pain and referred pain throughout the body.

• Will Insurance Cover Chiropractic Care?

  Yes. We work with several insurance companies, as most major medical insurance plans offer chiropractic care. Contact our office with your insurance information, and we can assist in finding out what coverage limits are offered through your insurance provider.