FAQs

Understanding Your First Visit

At Steele Spines Chiropractic, we know that your first appointment can bring up many questions about what to expect during your initial evaluation. When you arrive, you’ll complete intake paperwork that helps us understand your health history and current concerns. This comprehensive assessment allows us to create a personalized treatment plan tailored specifically to your needs. Your initial evaluation includes a thorough examination where we’ll discuss your symptoms, perform orthopedic and neurological tests, and potentially recommend imaging if necessary to get a complete picture of your musculoskeletal health.

The examination process typically takes 45-60 minutes, during which we provide a detailed explanation of our findings and develop your plan of care to help address your areas of concern. We utilize advanced diagnostic techniques and evidence-based assessment protocols to ensure accurate identification of the root causes of your discomfort. Our research driven results approach means we rely on current scientific literature and proven methodologies to guide our treatment recommendations.

Insurance Coverage and Payment Options

Many patients wonder about the financial aspects of chiropractic care before beginning treatment. We accept most health insurance plans and our administrative team works diligently to verify your benefits before your appointment. Insurance coverage for chiropractic services varies significantly between plans, with some offering comprehensive coverage while others may have limitations on the number of visits or specific services covered. We recommend contacting your insurance provider to understand your specific benefits, including deductibles, copayments, and any authorization requirements.

For patients without insurance or those whose plans don’t cover chiropractic care, we offer flexible payment options to ensure treatment remains accessible. Cash payment patients often qualify for time-of-service discounts, and we can discuss payment plans for extensive treatment programs. Healthcare Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) can typically be used for chiropractic services, providing tax-advantaged payment methods for your care.

Treatment Frequency and Duration

One of the most common questions we receive concerns how often patients need to visit and how long treatment typically lasts. Treatment frequency depends entirely on your specific condition, severity of symptoms, and individual healing response. Acute conditions often require more frequent visits initially, perhaps 2-3 times per week, with frequency decreasing as symptoms improve. Chronic conditions may require a different approach, with consistent care over a longer period to address underlying dysfunction and prevent recurrence.

We provide treatment for all ages, from infants to seniors, and each age group has unique considerations regarding treatment frequency and techniques. Pediatric patients often respond quickly to gentle adjustments, while older adults may benefit from modified techniques and longer treatment timelines. Our commitment to providing the highest quality of care to our patients along the Treasure Coast means we continuously monitor your progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.

Conditions We Treat

Patients frequently ask about the range of conditions that respond well to chiropractic care. As a chiropractic office offering comprehensive musculoskeletal care, we examine, manage and relieve pain caused by various conditions affecting the spine, joints, muscles, and nervous system. Common conditions include:

• Back and neck pain: Including herniated discs, muscle strains, and postural dysfunction
• Headaches and migraines: Particularly those originating from cervical spine dysfunction
• Extremity pain: Shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, knee, and ankle conditions
• Sports injuries: Both acute trauma and repetitive strain injuries
• Auto accident injuries: Whiplash and other impact-related conditions

Beyond pain relief, chiropractic care addresses functional movement disorders, helps optimize athletic performance, and supports overall wellness through improved nervous system function. Research indicates that approximately 80% of adults experience significant back pain at some point, making spinal health maintenance crucial for long-term wellbeing.

Safety and Side Effects

Safety concerns represent another frequent area of inquiry from prospective patients. Chiropractic adjustments, when performed by licensed professionals, have an excellent safety profile with minimal risk of serious adverse effects. Minor side effects such as temporary soreness or stiffness occur in approximately 30-40% of patients following their first few adjustments, typically resolving within 24-48 hours. These mild reactions actually indicate your body is responding to treatment and beginning the healing process.

We believe in the importance of patient education, which is why we provide resources and information to help you better understand your health and the benefits of chiropractic care. Our techniques are modified based on individual patient factors including age, bone density, previous surgeries, and specific health conditions. We maintain open communication throughout treatment, encouraging patients to voice any concerns or discomfort immediately.