Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How long are your visits?
A. For the first visit it takes approximately 1 hour, this includes a history and physical examination and treatment.

Q. How much do visits cost?
A. Initial session cost $75 without radiographic studies. Radiographic studies are an additional cost.

Q. Do you perform radiographic studies on all patients?
A. No.

Q. As a chiropractor what treatments do you use?
A. We use appropriate chiropractic and physical therapies. Each case is different and treatment will be personalized according to the diagnosis.

Q. What kind of problems do people come in with?
A. Neuromusculoskeletal related complaints such as low back pain, neck pain, whiplash due to motor vehicle accidents, sports-related injuries, sprains and stains, etc. In addition, Dr. Watson specializes in non-surgical approaches to scoliosis as well as golf-related injuries.

Q. When do you use ice or heat?
A. For the first 24 hours after an injury, ice is appropriate. If the site of injury involves the extremities, you would ice for 10 minutes on, 20 minutes off, reapply for 10 minutes. Repeat this cycle in 2 hours while awake. This controls the body's initial response to the injury (i.e., inflammation) and moist heat becomes appropriate when the swelling becomes reduced, applying the same time protocol. Common sense always prevails. If it feels better within 2 hours, you are doing the right thing.

Q. Do you refer to medical doctors?
A. Yes, we are fortunate to enjoy cross-referrals with our local medical community.

Q. Do you perform massage therapy?
A. Yes, we perform soft-tissue therapy for our patients and refer to qualified massage therapists when necessary.

Q. Do your treat children?
A. Yes. We use very gentle forms of treatment for children.

Q. Do you accept insurance?
A. Yes. However, we do not participate in any managed care. Check your policy if you can access out-of-network providers.

Q. How would you state your purpose of care?
A. We provide only the necessary care to restore function and quality of life in our patients.

Q. Do you perform phone consultations?
A. Yes, but follow-ups may require you to be seen by the chiropractor.

Q. What is your mission statement?
A. The delivery of compassionate care that is safe and effective to restore function and quality of life.