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Our chiropractic Drs Tim and Charlotte, owners of Evergreen Chiropractic, answer your most common questions about chiropractic care.
Q: At what age can children start receiving chiropractic care?
Dr Charlotte: Children of all ages can benefit from gentle chiropractic techniques. I’ve worked with babies as young as a few hours old!
For infants and children, we use extremely gentle approaches – nothing like the adjustments you might be familiar with as an adult. Many parents bring their little ones in for issues like colic, plagiocephaly (flat head syndrome), or after difficult births.
Q: How often should I come in for care?
Dr Charlotte: This varies greatly depending on your individual situation. For acute issues, we might recommend more frequent visits initially, then taper down as you improve.
For wellness care, many patients find benefit from monthly or quarterly check-ups. We’re focused on getting you to a point where you’re empowered to maintain your own health, with occasional support from us.
Q: Will I need X-rays at my first appointment?
Dr Tim: X-rays are a fantastic diagnostic tool for understanding the current health and function of your spine, and we recommend X-rays when clinically necessary, and when we benefit from their additional information to provide the safest and most effective care.
We have digital xray on-site, and we’ll always discuss the reasons with you first and never perform any imaging without your permission.
We have the amazing chiropractor Dr Kate Carvalho with us currently, and Dr Ben Gordon is back for three months in August.
Have more questions? We’re always happy to discuss your specific health concerns during your next visit!
Book an appointment online at www.evergreenchiropractic.co.nz, or phone 07 868 6665.
– Supplied by Evergreen Chiropractic
