Melby Chiropractic FAQs

No. You have the freedom to choose Dr. Melby to be your chiropractic physician without getting permission from someone else. Chiropractors are primary care providers. This means that Dr. Melby is well-qualified to diagnose your condition and make a referral if necessary.

The first appointment including an exam and any needed x-rays takes about 30 minutes. Following appointments take just a couple minutes.

Generally, Dr. Melby will want to take x-rays to make sure there are no internal problems before he adjusts you. However, if you’ve received current x-rays from another doctor, they can be sent to Dr. Melby for review.

This will depend on how quickly your body responds to adjustments. Most patients notice significant pain reduction after just a few adjustments. However, full correction of the problem can take longer.

Dr. Melby will discuss with you his recommendation for care and the decision will always be up to you. Think about chiropractic like orthodontics for the spine. Repeated adjustments are needed to gradually restore the normal position of the vertebrae. The number of treatments is dependent on how long you’ve had the problem, how severe the problem is, and lifestyle factors such as your diet and exercise habits. Many times, Dr. Melby will recommend treatment in phases. First, to get you out of pain. Second, to rehabilitate the spine back to its healthy state. And third, to maintain health for life.

You generally won’t experience any pain from an adjustment. In fact, many patients experience immediate relief. However, soreness is often a normal part of the healing process similar to the discomfort you experience the day after exercising.

While you certainly can’t become “addicted” to chiropractic, you may become attracted to the way your body feels and the health that you achieve from chiropractic care.

Not only is it safe for pregnant women, it’s extremely beneficial for them and the baby. Pregnant women who get adjusted report that they experience less pain, freedom from sciatic nerve discomfort, and easier deliveries.

Absolutely! Babies can safely receive adjustments immediately after birth. After all, they experience tremendous trauma to their bodies during the birthing process. Obviously, the adjustment technique for babies is much different than it is for adults.

Yes. The health of our children is just as important as our own health. In fact, kids typically respond more quickly to adjustments than adults. And they experience resistance to ear infections, improved digestion, better sleep habits, decreased irritability, and fewer allergies among other benefits.

Nope. Chiropractic care can benefit you at any stage of life. Adjustment techniques can be safely altered to treat patients of any age.