What is chiropractic?
Chiropractic is a branch of the healing arts based upon the understanding that good health depends, in part, upon a normally functioning nervous system (especially the spine, and the nerves extending from the spine to all parts of the body). "Chiropractic" comes from the Greek word chiropraktikos, meaning "effective treatment by hand." Chiropractic stresses the idea that the cause of many disease processes begins with the body's inability to adapt to its environment. It looks to address these diseases not by the use of drugs and chemicals, but by locating and adjusting a musculoskeletal area of the body which is functioning improperly.

What conditions benefit from Chiropractic or Manual Medicine care?
Although manipulations are used most frequently to relieve low back pain, studies have found it to be effective for a variety of conditions, such as migraine headaches, neck and shoulder pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, fibromyalgia, and most muscoskeletal problems.

Do Adjustments hurt?
Under normal circumstances, adjustments don't hurt. The patient may experience a minor amount of discomfort during the adjustment which lasts only seconds.

Is Chiropractic or Manual Medicine safe?
Chiropractic and Manual adjustments or manipulations are extremely safe. The risk factor is estimated to be in excess of one million to one.

What kind of education and training do our doctors have?
Dr. Frye is a MD and Dr. Penn is a DC. Our Doctors receive an education that emphasizes neuromuscular diagnosis and treatment. It is concentrated on three areas of learning; basic training in the biological and health sciences (anatomy, physiology, histology, biochemistry, clinical and radiological diagnosis); specialized training in the discipline (theoretical studies, practice, diagnosis and applications); and extensive clinical training.

Have any studies been published showing what manipulations are effective for?
Several studies have documented the effectiveness of manipulations in relieving back, neck and extrmities pain.

What can I expect on my first visit?
The first thing the Chiropractor or Medical Doctor will do is ask you about the health complaints about which you are chiefly concerned. The Doctor will also ask about other care you may have had (chiropractic, osteopathic, medical, etc.), your job, recreational activities, and other questions designed to help determine the nature of your illness and the best way to go about treating the problem.

A physical examination will be performed in accordance with your Doctor's clinical judgement. In addition, a careful spinal examination and analysis will be performed to detect any structural abnormalities which may be affecting or causing your condition. All of these elements are important components of your total health profile, and vital to the doctor evaluating your problem.

What other services do you offer besides chiropractic?
Our office believes in teaching the patient a variety of rehabilitative exercises so you can Help Yourself. The Exercise Physiologists are well trained in a variety of flexibility and strengthening techniques that will not take much, if any, time out of your day. We strongly believe in Core Stability principles and the benefits of proper posture. Sensory Motor training is also a large part of our focus to aid in better balance and coordination. With a Medical Doctor as a part of the staff at CENTER FOR MANUAL MEDICINE the office can give cortisone injections and prescribe medications if needed. We also provide computer and workplace ergonomics as well as Athletic Performance enhancment.

Are educational classes available to the public?
We will go to your office, classroom, or place of employment to speak about the benefits of proper ergonomics and postural education