FAQ

Chiropractic care at Mo City Chiropractic offers a range of benefits, including pain relief from back pain, neck pain, and headaches. Our treatments focus on restoring spinal alignment, improving mobility, and promoting overall wellness through non-surgical methods.

Mo City Chiropractic provides effective treatment for various conditions, such as herniated discs, sciatica, spinal stenosis, arthritis pain, and injuries from auto accidents or sports. We offer services like spinal decompression, laser therapy, and chiropractic adjustments.

Yes, DTS spinal decompression therapy at Mo City Chiropractic is a safe and gentle non-surgical treatment for back pain and neck pain. It works by relieving pressure on the spinal discs and nerves, promoting natural healing.

During your first visit to Mo City Chiropractic, you can expect a comprehensive evaluation, including a review of your medical history, a physical examination, and potentially diagnostic tests. This helps our chiropractors create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs.

Mo City Chiropractic accepts many insurance plans. We recommend contacting our office or your insurance provider to verify your coverage for chiropractic care, spinal decompression, and other services.

Chiropractic care can treat whiplash, back pain, neck pain, and other musculoskeletal injuries.

It’s best to seek chiropractic care as soon as possible after an accident.

Treatment may include adjustments, exercises, and pain management strategies.

Yes, chiropractic care is effective for whiplash treatment and recovery.

Acupuncture involves inserting thin needles into specific points to stimulate healing.

Acupuncture can treat pain, stress, and various health conditions.

Acupuncture is safe when performed by a qualified practitioner.

A chiropractic exam assesses your musculoskeletal health and identifies the cause of your pain.

Spinal adjustments restore joint function, reduce pain, and improve mobility.

Chiropractic adjustments are generally safe when performed by a qualified chiropractor.

We treat back pain, neck pain, headaches, and other musculoskeletal issues.

Chiropractors diagnose and treat musculoskeletal disorders, primarily through spinal adjustments and manual therapies.

Chiropractic care is generally safe when performed by a licensed and qualified chiropractor.

The number of visits varies depending on your condition and treatment plan.

Chiropractic adjustments are generally painless, though some mild soreness may occur.

A DOT physical is a medical exam required for commercial motor vehicle drivers.

A school physical includes a review of medical history and a physical examination.

Yes, our medical examiners are certified to conduct DOT physicals.

Please contact our office for specific pricing details on school physicals.

Dry needling involves inserting thin needles into muscles to release tension and pain.

Dry needling may cause mild discomfort, but it is generally well-tolerated.

Dry needling can treat muscle pain, trigger points, and other musculoskeletal conditions.

Dry needling releases muscle tension, reduces pain, and improves muscle function.

We treat pain in knees, shoulders, hips, and other joints.

Yes, chiropractic care can effectively manage and alleviate joint pain.

Treatment may include adjustments, exercises, and manual therapy.

Yes, we focus on non-surgical approaches to joint pain relief.

Shockwave therapy uses acoustic waves to stimulate healing in injured tissues.

Laser therapy uses light energy to stimulate cellular activity and reduce inflammation.

Laser and shockwave therapies are generally safe when administered by trained professionals.

These therapies can treat various musculoskeletal conditions and injuries.

Wellness chiropractic focuses on promoting overall health and preventing disease.

Spinal decompression gently relieves pressure on the spinal discs and nerves.

Spinal decompression can treat herniated discs, sciatica, and spinal stenosis.

Combining these therapies promotes pain relief, improved function, and overall wellness.

Rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis are the most commonly diagnosed types of arthritis.

While chiropractic care may not cure arthritis, it can effectively manage pain and improve mobility.

The main symptoms of arthritis include joint pain, stiffness, and inflammation.

Therapeutic exercises, soft tissue therapy, and laser therapy can also be beneficial for arthritis.

Chiropractors specialize in treating musculoskeletal injuries common in auto accidents, like whiplash and back pain.

Common injuries include whiplash, neck pain, back pain, headaches, and soft tissue damage.

It is best to seek medical attention as soon as possible after a motor vehicle accident.

Yes, chiropractic adjustments and therapies are effective in treating whiplash injuries.

Yes, chiropractic adjustments can be very effective for many types of headaches, especially tension headaches.

Chiropractic care can be a valuable part of migraine management by addressing potential musculoskeletal triggers.

Tension headaches are often caused by muscle tension in the neck and upper back, which can be related to spinal alignment.

The number of sessions varies depending on the individual and the severity of their headaches.

A herniated disc occurs when the soft inner core of a spinal disc protrudes through a tear in the outer layer.

Yes, chiropractic adjustments and spinal decompression can be effective in treating herniated discs.

No, spinal decompression is a gentle and non-invasive therapy that most patients find comfortable.

Recovery time varies depending on the severity, but many patients experience significant improvement within weeks of consistent treatment.

Neuropathy is a condition involving damage to the peripheral nerves, often causing pain, numbness, and weakness.

Chiropractic care focuses on managing symptoms and supporting nerve function, but may not cure the underlying cause.

Common symptoms include pain (burning, shooting), numbness, tingling, and weakness in the extremities.

Lifestyle modifications, exercise, and modalities like laser therapy can complement neuropathy treatment.

Sciatica is pain that radiates along the sciatic nerve, typically affecting one side of the body from the lower back down the leg.

Common causes include herniated discs, spinal stenosis, and piriformis syndrome, all of which can compress the sciatic nerve.

Yes, chiropractic adjustments and spinal decompression are effective in relieving pressure on the sciatic nerve.

Gentle stretching, applying heat or cold, and maintaining good posture can help manage sciatica pain at home.

Scoliosis is a sideways curvature of the spine that often develops during the growth spurt before puberty.

Chiropractic care focuses on managing pain, improving mobility, and potentially preventing curve progression, rather than complete correction.

Symptoms can include uneven shoulders or hips, a prominent shoulder blade, and back pain.

No, many cases of scoliosis, especially mild to moderate, can be managed with non-surgical treatments like chiropractic care and exercise.

Whiplash is a neck injury caused by a sudden, forceful back-and-forth movement of the head.

Common symptoms include neck pain, stiffness, headaches, dizziness, and blurred vision

Chiropractic adjustments and therapies can restore neck mobility, reduce pain, and promote healing.

Recovery time varies, but with prompt and effective treatment, many individuals experience significant improvement within weeks.

Yes, DTS spinal decompression can be an effective treatment for neck pain.

DTS therapy is generally safe when administered by trained professionals.

DTS therapy reduces pressure on the spinal discs and nerves.

No, DTS spinal decompression is a non-surgical treatment.

A bulging disc occurs when the disc extends beyond its normal boundary.

A herniated disc occurs when the disc’s inner core protrudes through a tear.

Yes, DTS spinal decompression can provide relief from disc-related pain.

No, DTS therapy is a non-surgical treatment option.

Degenerative disc disease occurs when spinal discs break down over time.

Yes, DTS therapy can help manage degenerative disc disease symptoms.

Yes, DTS spinal decompression is a non-surgical treatment.

Other treatments include chiropractic adjustments and therapeutic exercises.

DTS spinal decompression is a non-surgical therapy that gently stretches the spine.

DTS therapy can be effective for relieving back and neck pain.

DTS spinal decompression is generally safe when administered by trained professionals.

DTS therapy can treat herniated discs, sciatica, and spinal stenosis.

Radiculopathy occurs when a spinal nerve root is compressed or irritated.

Symptoms include radiating pain, numbness, weakness, and tingling.

Yes, chiropractic care, including DTS therapy, can be effective.

DTS spinal decompression can provide significant relief from radiculopathy.

Sciatica is pain that radiates along the sciatic nerve, from the lower back down the leg.

Yes, DTS spinal decompression can provide effective relief from sciatica

Sciatica can be caused by herniated discs, spinal stenosis, and other conditions

Symptoms include leg pain, numbness, tingling, and muscle weakness.

Spinal stenosis is a narrowing of the spaces within the spine, putting pressure on the spinal cord and nerves.

Yes, DTS spinal decompression can provide effective relief from spinal stenosis.

Symptoms include back pain, leg pain, neck pain, and numbness or weakness.

Yes, DTS therapy and other conservative treatments are available.

Arthritis is a condition that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in the joints.

Yes, MLS laser therapy can provide effective relief from arthritis pain.

Laser therapy reduces inflammation and promotes healing in the affected joints.

MLS laser therapy is generally safe when administered by trained professionals.

Yes, MLS laser therapy can provide effective relief from back and joint pain.

Laser therapy reduces inflammation and stimulates healing in the affected tissues.

MLS laser therapy is generally safe when administered by trained professionals.

MLS laser therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses light to promote healing.

MLS laser therapy reduces inflammation, increases blood flow, and stimulates cellular activity.

MLS laser therapy is generally safe when administered by trained professionals.

MLS laser therapy can treat arthritis, sports injuries, and other musculoskeletal conditions

MLS laser therapy can treat arthritis, sports injuries, and other musculoskeletal conditions

Whiplash is a neck injury caused by the sudden back-and-forth movement of the head.