Yes. Chiropractic care is generally safe when performed by a licensed chiropractor. Adjustments are tailored to each patient, and side effects are usually mild, such as temporary soreness.

Chiropractic care can help with headaches, migraines, neck and back pain, joint pain (shoulders, elbows, wrists, knees), sciatica, posture-related issues, and even some sports injuries.

Most adjustments are painless, though some patients may feel mild soreness or stiffness for a day or two afterward, similar to the feeling after a workout.

No. Chiropractors treat joints, muscles, and nerves throughout the body, including the shoulders, elbows, wrists, hips, knees, and feet.

Initial visits usually take 30–60 minutes. Follow-up appointments are typically shorter, around 30 minutes.

Not always. X-rays are used only when needed to assess alignment, rule out other conditions, or guide treatment.