Chiropractic care may be used for a variety of musculoskeletal concerns, including back pain, neck pain, headaches, joint discomfort, stiffness, mobility limitations, and certain sports or activity-related injuries. At Scripps Chiropractic & Functional Medicine, we evaluate each patient individually to determine what may be contributing to their symptoms and whether chiropractic care is appropriate for their needs.

A chiropractic adjustment is a controlled technique used to improve joint mobility and support comfortable movement. During an adjustment, a chiropractor applies a specific force to a joint based on your individual needs and examination findings.

You may hear a popping or cracking sound, but this does not happen every time and is not necessary for an adjustment to be effective. The sound comes from a change in pressure within the joint, not bones cracking or being “put back into place.”

Chiropractic care can include much more than adjustments. Depending on your condition, examination findings, and goals, care at Scripps Chiropractic & Functional Medicine may incorporate soft-tissue techniques, cupping, instrument-assisted soft-tissue mobilization (IASTM), therapeutic exercise and rehabilitation, spinal or knee decompression, and SoftWave Therapy. Therapeutic massage may also be coordinated with one of our massage therapists.

Chiropractors are licensed healthcare professionals who earn a Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.) degree and complete extensive education in subjects including anatomy, physiology, neuroscience, pathology, biomechanics, diagnostic imaging, physical examination, and the evaluation and management of musculoskeletal conditions.

Their education includes classroom and clinical training, followed by national board examinations and state licensing requirements. Chiropractors are trained to evaluate patients, determine when chiropractic care may be appropriate, and recognize when referral or additional medical evaluation may be necessary.

Chiropractic care is generally considered safe for most patients when performed by a licensed chiropractor. At Scripps Chiropractic & Functional Medicine, new patients receive a health history and physical examination before treatment so our doctors can identify potential risk factors and determine whether chiropractic care is appropriate.

If additional information is needed, your chiropractor may recommend diagnostic imaging, further evaluation, or referral to another healthcare provider before beginning treatment.

Scripps Chiropractic & Functional Medicine is an out-of-network provider, meaning we are not directly contracted with insurance companies. Some insurance plans include out-of-network chiropractic benefits that may reimburse a portion of your care.

Coverage varies by plan, and self-pay options are also available. If you’re unsure about your benefits, our team can help you understand your payment options.

A chiropractic adjustment is a specific, controlled technique in which a chiropractor applies gentle force to a joint to improve its motion and function. Adjustments are tailored to each patient based on their examination, symptoms, and individual needs.

You may hear a popping or cracking sound during an adjustment, but this does not happen every time and is not necessary for the treatment to be effective. The sound comes from a change in pressure within the joint, not from bones cracking or being “put back into place.”