Based on Pam M.'s recommendation, I went here because it was near my home. My other (personal)…read morechoice was a place downtown.
I haven't really had any problems with my back, per se, but I just had a general "loose" feeling to my lower spine, like I didn't have much stability. As I told Dr. Paul, I felt like my hips and legs were a base and my spine was a spring. My upper body felt like a bobble head, just bouncing around most of the time. At times, it would feel as if the spring had rusted and I would have to crack my back to loosen it up again. Within minutes of meeting me, Dr. Paul could tell something wasn't right and decided we should take an x-ray. He also pointed out that one shoulder sat considerably higher than the other, something I never really paid attention to.
The results of the x-ray showed that I had scoliosis, not all that uncommon, really. However, not only did my spine make an S curve, it also rotated slightly right at my chest. We immediately began with an adjustment, which as he put it, is basically like trying to train your spine to go back into it's proper position. To me, it was the best back-crack ever!
The staff here are very friendly: they always greet me with a smile and a hello and wish me a good day when I leave. While clinic-y, this place still has a somewhat homey feel to it (because it actually used to be a house?) and is very clean with lots of big windows to look out of. It borders a small section of Whitnall Park and I actually saw a deer during one of my treatments!
What you should know: you'll probably start off going every day, depending on what's needed. This will not be permanent! I went from every day for about a week to every other day for about two weeks, to twice a week for about two weeks and am now at once a week. Again, this will not be a thing where I have to go every week for the rest of my life, but training your bones WILL take some time! I realize that this isn't ideal, especially if you don't have insurance, but I believe that most chiropractors operate in this manner...something you may want/need to consider before consulting one.
As for me, I, luckily, have very good insurance, so my portion of the bills is very affordable. I have noticed that my back feels much stronger and solid and I rarely feel the need to crack it since starting treatment. Also, my shoulders are pretty close to sitting even with each other.
If you're in the 'burbs and need a good (and effective) chiropractor, check this place out. I don't think you'll be disappointed.
100/2015