Chiropractic Care

Chiropractic care is widely used and just as widely misunderstood. These notes are the explanations I find myself giving to patients on a weekly basis — what the techniques are, what the evidence actually shows, where the profession's claims are stronger and where they are weaker, and how to choose a practitioner whose work and communication fit how you want to be cared for.

• 12 Aug 2026 Spinal manipulation explained: Causes and Care A practice note on spinal manipulation explained — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 09 Aug 2026 What to expect from chiropractic for back pain: A Practical Guide A practice note on what to expect from chiropractic for back pain — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 08 Aug 2026 What to expect from a chiropractic adjustment A practice note on what to expect from a chiropractic adjustment — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 04 Aug 2026 The benefits of chiropractic care: A Practical Guide A practice note on the benefits of chiropractic care — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 01 Aug 2026 How often you need seeing a chiropractor: What I Tell Patients A practice note on how often you need seeing a chiropractor — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 25 Jul 2026 The benefits of chiropractic for back pain: What Helps A practice note on the benefits of chiropractic for back pain — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 17 Jul 2026 How often you need chiropractic for neck pain: What Helps A practice note on how often you need chiropractic for neck pain — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 13 Jul 2026 What to expect from chiropractic care: What I Tell Patients A practice note on what to expect from chiropractic care — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 04 Jul 2026 Seeing a chiropractor explained: A Clinical Note A practice note on seeing a chiropractor explained — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 30 Jun 2026 Does chiropractic for neck pain work A practice note on does chiropractic for neck pain work — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 24 Jun 2026 The benefits of a chiropractic adjustment: What I Tell Patients A practice note on the benefits of a chiropractic adjustment — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 16 Jun 2026 Does spinal manipulation work: From the Practice A practice note on does spinal manipulation work — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 09 Jun 2026 Chiropractic for neck pain explained: From the Practice A practice note on chiropractic for neck pain explained — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 08 Jun 2026 Does seeing a chiropractor work: Causes and Care A practice note on does seeing a chiropractor work — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 07 Jun 2026 How often you need spinal manipulation: A Practical Guide A practice note on how often you need spinal manipulation — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 30 May 2026 Activator Instrument-Assisted Technique Explained A practice note on Activator technique — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 18 May 2026 The Audible Cavitation Pop: What It Really Is A practice note on chiropractic cavitation pop — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 12 Apr 2026 Chiropractic for Chronic Neck Pain: A Practical Note A practice note on chiropractic chronic neck pain — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 08 Apr 2026 When Chiropractic Is Contraindicated: Red Flags A practice note on chiropractic contraindications — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 05 Apr 2026 Chiropractic Costs: What a Course of Care Typically Runs A practice note on chiropractic costs — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 03 Apr 2026 Chiropractic and Disc Disease: What Is and Isn't Helpful A practice note on chiropractic disc disease — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 31 Mar 2026 Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy A practice note on chiropractic during pregnancy — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 29 Mar 2026 Chiropractic for Athletes: A Practitioner's Note A practice note on chiropractic for athletes — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 27 Mar 2026 Chiropractic for Posture: What It Can and Can't Do A practice note on chiropractic for posture — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 24 Mar 2026 Chiropractic for Sciatica: What the Care Looks Like A practice note on chiropractic for sciatica — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 22 Mar 2026 Chiropractic for Headaches: What the Research Shows A practice note on chiropractic headaches research — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 19 Mar 2026 Chiropractic Insurance and Access: What to Expect A practice note on chiropractic insurance — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 17 Mar 2026 Myths About Chiropractic, Honestly Debunked A practice note on chiropractic myths — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 15 Mar 2026 Soreness After a Chiropractic Adjustment: Normal or Not? A practice note on soreness after chiropractic — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 12 Mar 2026 Chiropractic Tools Explained: Tables, Activators, and Drops A practice note on chiropractic tools — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 10 Mar 2026 Chiropractic vs Osteopathy: The Key Differences A practice note on chiropractic vs osteopathy — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 07 Mar 2026 Chiropractic vs Physiotherapy: When Each Fits A practice note on chiropractic vs physiotherapy — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 05 Mar 2026 Chiropractic Alone vs With Exercise Therapy A practice note on chiropractic with exercise — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 03 Mar 2026 Chiropractic X-Rays: When They're Needed and When Not A practice note on chiropractic x-rays — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 28 Feb 2026 Choosing a Chiropractor: Credentials, Red Flags, Questions A practice note on choosing a chiropractor — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 12 Feb 2026 Cox Flexion-Distraction for Disc Herniations A practice note on Cox flexion-distraction — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 19 Jan 2026 Diversified Technique: The Most Common Chiropractic Adjustment A practice note on Diversified technique — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 04 Jan 2026 Elderly Chiropractic Care: Modifications That Matter A practice note on elderly chiropractic — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 28 Dec 2025 The Evidence Base for Chiropractic for Low Back Pain A practice note on evidence base chiropractic low back — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 14 Dec 2025 What Happens at Your First Chiropractic Visit A practice note on first chiropractic visit — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 25 Nov 2025 The Gonstead Protocol: A Note on the Careful Approach A practice note on Gonstead protocol — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 20 Nov 2025 Graston and IASTM Tools in a Chiropractic Practice A practice note on Graston IASTM tools — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 25 Oct 2025 A Short History of Chiropractic: 500 Words on a 130-Year Profession A practice note on history of chiropractic — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 21 Sep 2025 Maintenance Care vs Episodic Care: An Honest Look A practice note on maintenance vs episodic chiropractic — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 26 Jul 2025 Network Chiropractic: A Note on a Distinct Approach A practice note on Network Chiropractic — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 12 Jul 2025 Pediatric Chiropractic: Controversies and Consensus A practice note on pediatric chiropractic — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 10 May 2025 Sacro-Occipital Technique (SOT): Pelvic Blocking Explained A practice note on SOT chiropractic — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 25 Jan 2025 Thompson Drop-Table Technique: A Gentle Lever A practice note on Thompson drop-table technique — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 20 Dec 2024 The Webster Technique for Pregnancy: What It Is and Isn't A practice note on Webster technique pregnancy — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.
• 16 Dec 2024 When Manipulation Isn't the Answer A practice note on when manipulation isn't the answer — assessment patterns, conservative care, the self-care that helps between visits, and the signs that mean it is time to involve a clinician.