Question 1

What is chiropractic care, and how does it help with pain relief?

Accepted Answer

Chiropractic care involves adjustments to the spine and joints to correct misalignments that interfere with the nervous system. These adjustments, together with rehab exercises, help reduce pain, improve mobility, and support long-term spinal health.

Question 2

What is shockwave therapy, and when is it used?

Accepted Answer

Shockwave therapy is a non-surgical treatment that uses acoustic waves to stimulate healing in tissues. It’s often used for chronic joint pain, soft tissue injuries, tendon issues, and when other treatments haven’t provided sufficient relief.

Question 3

When should someone consider spinal decompression (IDD Therapy®)?

Accepted Answer

Spinal decompression is especially helpful for people suffering from herniated or bulging discs, degenerative disc disease, or persistent nerve pain (e.g. from disc pressure). It gently relieves pressure inside the discs, allowing them to heal and reducing pain.

Question 4

Is cold laser therapy painful, and what does it treat?

Accepted Answer

Cold laser therapy is painless and non-invasive. It uses low-level laser light to reduce inflammation, promote tissue repair, and accelerate healing. It’s useful for soft tissue injuries, arthritis, sports injuries, and post-surgical recovery.

Question 5

How does sports rehabilitation work? Is it only for professional athletes?

Accepted Answer

Sports rehabilitation at Hancock Chiropractic is tailored to each person, whether you are a weekend warrior, amateur, or pro athlete. It combines chiropractic care, strength/flexibility exercises, and supportive therapies to help recover from injury, prevent re-injury, and improve performance.

Question 6

Can you help with auto accident injuries and whiplash?

Accepted Answer

Yes. After a car accident, even if injuries seem mild, there could be damage to the spine, muscles, or ligaments. Hancock Chiropractic offers specialized rehab and adjustments to restore alignment, reduce pain, and improve mobility following auto accidents and whiplash.

Question 7

What kinds of headaches can chiropractic care treat?

Accepted Answer

Chiropractic care can help various types of headaches—such as tension headaches, migraines, cluster headaches—particularly when they stem from neck or upper back misalignment. Treatment often includes adjustments, posture correction, and therapies to relieve pressure and improve nerve function.

Question 8

What is sciatica, and how does your clinic approach treating it?

Accepted Answer

Sciatica refers to pain, numbness, or tingling that travels along the sciatic nerve, often because of nerve compression from a disc issue or spinal misalignment. Treatment can include chiropractic adjustments, spinal decompression, cold laser therapy, and specific stretching or strengthening exercises to relieve pressure and restore function.

Question 9

Do you accept insurance, and how do I know if my insurance covers chiropractic treatment?

Accepted Answer

Hancock Chiropractic Center works with many insurance providers. It’s best to call the office with your insurance details (provider, plan name) to verify coverage, co-pays, or any out-of-pocket costs before your first appointment.

Question 10

How many visits will I need, and how long will each appointment take?

Accepted Answer

The number of visits depends on the severity of the issue, how long it’s been present, and how your body responds to treatment. Some people feel relief in just a few sessions; others may need sustained care. Each appointment length varies based on the treatment plan but typically includes evaluation, therapy/adjustment, and any rehab exercises.

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