What is the difference between a Chiropractic Doctor and a Medical Doctor?
It takes eight years of education and training to become a Doctor of Chiropractic. The Doctor of Chiropractic first completes pre-chiropractic studies at a college or university. The Doctor of Chiropractic studies all the basic sciences and must pass the State Board of Examiners' basic sciences examination. This is the same basic sciences examination other doctors, including MDs, are required to pass. He or she attends a college of chiropractic for four years, which must include an externship at an outpatient clinic where he or she gets real world experience in a clinical and academic setting. After graduating from Chiropractic College , like an M.D., he or she must pass the State Board Exam in the state he or she wishes to practice in.

I've been to many doctors for my condition and no matter what they do, I don't get better. Why would going to a Chiropractor get me better?
A misalignment of one or more of the 24 movable bones or "vertebrae" of your spine can irritate or cause pressure or pinching on spinal nerves and result in a serious health-robbing, damaging interference (irritation or blockage) to normal nerve control of your body. Since the brain controls all parts of your body through the nervous system, this nerve interference can cause pain and many health problems. It can also lower your body's resistance so that you become even more susceptible to contagious and infectious illness and disease. Therefore, if your problem is caused by a misalignment of one or more of the bones of your spine, only chiropractic care will get you better.

Does Chiropractic care hurt?
Compared to going to the dentist, or getting a deep tissue massage, Chiropractic care is virtually painless! We explain everything before we do it.. At your first visit feel free to talk to any of our patients; you'll be happy with what you hear!

What's the biggest mistake people make when considering going to a Chiropractor?
That's easy. The biggest mistake is following the path of futile efforts of pain relief you've been following that you know don't work... and continue with them hoping some miracle will occur magically changing a proven failure, into a successful result! In fact, one definition of insanity is: Doing what you've always done that doesn't work... and expecting different results! So, the biggest mistake is to stay with treatment that does not solve the underlying cause of your pain without drugs or surgery, and that still causes you to suffer.. Why not try a different, proven and scientifically substantiated method of health care that works WITH your body and its natural health restoration system? Why not give the fastest growing health care profession an opportunity? What have you got to lose except a few minutes of your time... and the pain you've been living with as your constant companion?

 Do I have to go to a Chiropractor forever once I begin care?
Like regular dental check-ups, once patients experience the value of chiropractic, many will choose to continue on a maintenance schedule to prevent future problems. However long you decide to benefit from chiropractic is always up to you.

Who can be a patient at Heaton Chiropractic Center ?

The answer to this question is simple: anyone with a spine. We believe everyone that has a vertebral subluxation complex can benefit from our services. At Heaton Chiropractic, our primary focus is on family care. Please arrange to be checked out to see if you or your family members have any subluxations.

How can chiropractic help to treat sports-related injuries or pains?
Almost every professional sports team now has a chiropractor on staff. This is because chiropractic can be extremely beneficial for daily maintenance and improvement of stamina & flexibility, as well as for the treatment of sports-related injuries, aches, and pains. If you have had a sports-related injury, visit Heaton Chiropractic for an initial consultation to determine how chiropractic can best treat your condition.

Is chiropractic safe for children?
Yes, chiropractic can be quite beneficial for children. Children experience subluxations, which put pressure on their spinal nerves, just as they do in adults. Children can have their first chiropractic exam when they are only newborns.

Is chiropractic safe when I am pregnant?
According to the American Pregnancy Association, chiropractic care during pregnancy is safe. Changes to the spine occur during pregnancy and can be helped with chiropractic care. All chiropractors are trained to work with pregnant women.

What coverage does my insurance offer for chiropractic?
All insurance companies are different in the coverage they offer for chiropractic. It is typical for an insurance provider to cover a specified number of visits per year. If you are unsure of your coverage for chiropractic, visit our office so that we can help you, or contact your insurance company. In the event that your insurance provider does not cover chiropractic, or you are in need of more chiropractic visits than are covered during the year, Heaton Chiropractic also offers a cash payment option.