Conventional doctors help their patients manage their chronic and acute pain by prescribing strong medications that are often only mask person's symptoms rather than resolving the underlying cause of these. At other times, a doctor might attempt to resolve discomfort by suggesting surgery. Invasive, surgical procedures, however, entail lengthy recovery times and they are not always guaranteed to work.

Many painful musculoskeletal disorders are the result of spinal misalignments (also called subluxations). Subluxations place pressure on surrounding nerves, leading to altered posture, pain, swelling, organic dysfunctions, degenerative bone conditions, or a combination of these. Misalignments may be the result of stress or trauma (such as an auto accident or work-related injury). Injuries to the soft tissues (muscles, tendons and ligaments) may also be a cause or symptom of painful conditions. Chiropractors provide a natural, personalized, holistic approach to alleviating these health concerns.

Chiropractic goes beyond symptom-management, getting to the root of the problem to provide effective, long-lasting relief. New patients undergo a comprehensive exam to pinpoint the source of pain and illness. The chiropractor palpates injured areas and takes X-rays to look for musculoskeletal abnormalities. The exam also includes chiropractic tests to evaluate posture and the impact of "muscle pull" on the body. Range of motion tests show any limitations in movement. Orthopedic tests place stress on certain joints to locate the source of the pain. Neurological tests look at reflexes, postural exams look for abnormal symmetry in patients' posture, and weight dynamics tell the chiropractor how much pressure people apply to either side of their bodies.

Based on the results of the assessment, the chiropractor develops a care plan that is individually-tailored according to the condition or injury and the patient's overall health goals.

There are many conditions that can be improved via chiropractic care including carpal tunnel, sports injuries, arthritis, sciatica and headaches to name a few.

With chiropractic care, it is possible to address injuries and pain at their underlying causes while gaining new information on how to prevent these types of problems. This all-inclusive approach to wellness and care also helps people avoid the dangers of high-risk, invasive procedures and potentially addictive painkillers.