As natural as the law of gravity, Chiropractic is based on the natural, inborn laws of the body. The brain is the master controller of all functions in our body. It directs the function of every muscle, tissue and gland to do every single thing our body is supposed to do--every moment of every day. The brain communicates with the body through the spinal cord, which is where nerves originate and branch out just like roots from a tree. Every muscle, tissue and gland is plugged into what we call the central nervous system. Our life force (nerve flow) travels through this system, providing the body with the ability to function at its optimum level.

What Is An Adjustment?

A Chiropractic adjustment is the art of introducing a specific force in a precise direction, applied to a vertebra that is subluxated. Using the bony processes of the vertebra, it is mostly characterized by a dynamic thrust of controlled amplitude. The adjustment helps to restore proper function to the joints of the spine, allowing proper nerve flow to and from the brain. The adjustment is delivered either by our doctor's hands or a specially designed instrument.

Why Do Children Need Chiropractic Care?

Subluxations (spinal misalignments) interfere with life. It is imperative for parents to know that many times subluxations are the underlying cause of childhood and adulthood health problems. As parents, we want our children to have healthier lives. However, we need to know some basic facts about real obstacles to our children's health.

Subluxations halt the vital life flow we need to nourish us and keep us alive. A misaligned or subluxated vertebra puts pressure on the nervous system, thus interfering with the primary carrier of our life force. This pressure on the nervous system disrupts the body's ability to function effectively. Subluxations may occur at any time in our lives. For example, during the birthing process, difficult vaginal or obstetrical intervention (forceps, vacuum extraction or Caesarean), can cause subluxations. Such procedures often disrupt the integrity of the delicate infant's spinal column, altering the function of the nerve fibers emanating from the upper neck area.

Goffried Gutmann, M.D., one of Europe's most prominent researchers, has reported that modified nerve impulses can contribute to a lowered resistance to infection. Based on a study of over 1000 infants and children, Dr. Gutmann reported that increased susceptibility to ear, nose and throat infection is one of the most common consequences of upper neck problems. Dr. Gutmann contends that the spinal mechanics should be evaluated in every newborn.

Many times children have accidents and parents may believe that they are fine because there is no external evidence of damage. Spinal subluxations sometimes don't signal an obvious symptom. The earlier that children's spines are checked, the earlier that problems can be detected, preventing health problems from occurring and becoming serious.

What Is Unique about Chiropractic Centers of Virginia?

Our doctors are specialists in the detection and correction of the Vertebral Subluxation Complex. All of our facilities utilize the most modern and technologically advanced diagnostic and therapeutic equipment available to detect and treat the cause of your specific complaint. Our doctors attend regular post graduate lectures and seminars, which adds to our proficiency in delivering the most artful and specific adjustments possible. You will always be greeted by our staff with a warm smile and heartfelt concern for your health and well-being. We love what we do and you will too!

Highlights of Our Office:

* We are in-network providers for most insurance plans (Are We Providers?). * We have discount programs through Preferred Chiropractic Doctor for our patients who are uninsured or underinsured (Discount Plans). * Our early morning and evening appointments allow patients to come in before and after normal working hours (Office Hours). * Every first and third Tuesday is patient education night for all of our new patients and their families (Contact Us for times and more information). * Free spinal health screenings are given at different locations in our community (Contact Us for more information) * If you are looking for affordable, quality wellness care (wellness care, Discount Plans), Chiropractic Centers of Virginia is the place for you and your family.

What Is Spinal Care Class?

The new patient orientation is an important gathering of patients, their families and friends in our office. The purpose of the orientation is to take the time to give each patient the concepts and understanding of the Chiropractic principles, to demonstrate them and to fully explain what we lovingly call "The Big Idea" of what Chiropractic is all about. When our patients get "The Big Idea", they get the best results in the shortest amount of time. We have made the Spinal Care Class a special event in everyone's program for this reason.

What Should I Expect on My First Visit?

From the first minute you walk in the office, the emphasis will be on you. We are dedicated to providing you and your family with the finest, most-compassionate, loving, and personalized care possible. X-rays are usually taken to confirm and pinpoint the area(s) of subluxation. After the doctor reviews your X-rays a comprehensive report will be given to you and your spouse on your second visit which is followed by your first spinal correction (adjustment). By the second visit, you will have all of your questions answered including if yours is a chiropractic case, how long your care will be, how often you need to come in and the cost involved, including what your insurance covers.

Affordable Chiropractic Care

We absolutely believe that the cost of living with nerve interference and its resulting decrease in health and productivity is always much greater than the cost of Chiropractic care. We also believe that everyone should have access to this care, so we have partnered with Preferred Chiropractic Doctor (Discount Plans) to make our treatment plans affordable for our uninsured or underinsured patients.

Will My Insurance Cover Chiropractic Care?

There are many insurances that do cover Chiropractic care. However, it would be very difficult to break down all the insurances individually due to the large amount of insurance companies and the variation of coverages. If you would like to see a list of insurance plans for which we are in-network providers, then click on the following link (Are We Providers?). If available, hyperlinks to those insurance company web-sites will also be provided for your convenience. Save time and learn step by step about the process of utilizing your insurance benefits in our office by visiting Insurance 101.