Care
Low-force care
Low-force care uses light pressure or a handheld tool in place of a quick movement, for patients who prefer it, including older adults and anyone new to chiropractic.
Your doctor explains the technique and you can ask for it at any visit. Care for older adults starts the same way as for anyone else, with a conversation and an exam.
What a visit includes
- 01
A conversation
What you want from care and what you want to avoid.
- 02
An exam at your pace
We go slowly and you can rest between steps.
- 03
A technique chosen with you
Light pressure or a handheld tool, explained first.
- 04
A plan you can say no to
Explained before care begins.
What to know
How long and how often
Your doctor sets the plan after the exam. We do not promise a number of visits.
What we do not claim
We do not claim low-force care works better than other techniques or suits everyone. Results vary.
When to see a physician first
Tell us about bone thinning, a recent fall or surgery. Your doctor may send you to a physician first.
How it is paid
Medicare covers manual spinal manipulation only. Other plans vary. How fees work explains how we check and what we tell you first.
How fees work
Questions about this care
Is low-force care only for older adults?
No. Anyone can ask for it.
Can a family member come with me?
Yes. Many patients bring a family member to the first visit.
Ready to talk it through?
Book a first visit, or call the front desk with a question first.
- A sudden severe headache or neck pain, dizziness, trouble speaking or seeing, new weakness or numbness, numbness in the groin or saddle area (between the legs and buttocks), or new bladder or bowel trouble needs emergency care now. Call 911 or go to an emergency room.