Chiropractic Adjustment

Chiropractic Care Q&A

What is chiropractic care?

Chiropractic care encompasses a variety of holistic medication-free techniques to reduce pain, correct spinal alignment, and improve mobility and range of motion. Chiropractic adjustments are manual manipulation techniques that Dr. Gailes uses to realign body tissues, improve posture, and reduce ongoing pain due to an injury or age-related wear. Her treatments use a holistic approach to stimulate your body’s natural healing response.

Why would I choose chiropractic care?

You can benefit from chiropractic care and adjustments at Indian Harbor Chiropractic if you struggle with:

• Knee pain
• Foot pain
• Neck pain
• Back pain
• Sciatica
• Arthritis
• Car accident injuries
• Work-related injuries
• Whiplash
• Ruptured discs
• Bulging Disks
• Herniated Disks
• Pinched nerves
• Muscle tension
• Joint Pain
• Migraines or Headaches

In addition to offering manual manipulations, Dr. Gailes provides therapeutic massage, custom-fitted orthotics, laser therapy, and much more to provide the holistic pain relief you need without medication or surgical intervention.

What are the benefits of chiropractic care?

Some of the many benefits you can expect after chiropractic care and adjustments at Indian Harbor Chiropractic include:

• Less pain
• Improved posture
• Improved mobility
• Increased range of motion
• Reduced need for pain medicine
• Improved quality of life

Chiropractic care and adjustments with Dr. Gailes can dramatically reduce the discomfort you may have because of a disease or injury, and our services are completely holistic and medication-free.

Is chiropractic care right for me?

To find out if chiropractic care is right for you, and which treatments are best, Dr. Gailes discusses your medical history and symptoms, as well as your lifestyle. She completes a comprehensive physical examination and may recommend you undergo blood tests, MRIs, X-rays, CT scans, or other imaging procedures.

What should I expect during a chiropractic adjustment?

During chiropractic adjustments at Indian Harbor Chiropractic, you lie down on a comfortable table in a relaxing room. While you rest in a comfortable position, Dr. Gailes uses her hands or specialized devices to make adjustments in the alignment of your spine or other areas of your body.

Dr. Gailes uses other types of chiropractic care through treatments that reduce pain, decrease inflammation, and target trigger areas

Doing so releases pressure and alleviates pain. She personalizes each treatment to maximize the way you feel. Our treatments are completely holistic and medication-free.

How often should I schedule chiropractic adjustments?

Dr. Gailes lets you know how often to schedule chiropractic adjustments based on your condition, its severity, and your preferences. You might receive adjustments several times weekly, once a week, or once a month until your body heals. Periodic maintenance sessions help you maintain long-lasting results.

What are common types of chiropractic treatments / adjustments?

Dr. Gailes may recommend one or more of the following chiropractic treatments for you:

​​​​​​​Spinal manipulation therapy (SMT)

Spinal manipulation is a technique where Dr. Gailes will apply a controlled thrust to a joint of the spine. This motion moves the joint more than it would on its own. SMT is actually a collection of techniques which include massage or mobilization of soft tissue, adjustment of spinal subluxations, trigger point therapy, cross-friction massage, active release therapy, and mechanical traction on an area of the spine or on an extremity.

Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS)

TENS sends electrical pulses through the skin to start your body's own painkillers. The electrical pulses can release endorphins and other substances to stop pain signals in the brain. TENS can reduce pain. Tens also works on muscles and causes muscle contractions by stimulating α-motor neurons. It is highly effective in improving muscle function, strengthening muscles, and improving joint range of motion.

Laser therapy

Dr. Gailes is currently the only chiropractor in Greenwich, CT offering Class IV Laser Therapy. Dr. Gailes uses chiropractic adjustments and laser therapy to treat a variety of musculoskeletal conditions and speed up recovery times for all types of injuries. Laser therapy will reduce pain by over 50% in three to four treatments and can complement chiropractic adjustments or be used as an independent form of treatment.

Begin with chiropractic care today

To learn more about chiropractic care and adjustments at Indian Harbor Chiropractic or schedule an appointment, call the office or use the online booking feature today.
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