Frequently Asked Questions in Portland OR

Chiropractic is a natural form of healthcare that was discovered in 1895 by Dr. David Palmer. It is based on the premise of allowing the Innate Force of the body flow unrestricted to restore our health and allow us to Thrive. It typically involves gentle manipulation of the joints of the body either manually or with instrumentation.

In our office, we treat a very wide array of conditions: Musculoskeletal pain, Headaches, Concussion rehabilitation, Functional Neurology, Allergies, Immune system challenges, Vertigo, Migraine Headaches, Arthritis, Hypothyroid, Brain Fog, Balance, Weight Loss, Body Contouring, Ear Aches, Heart Burn.

The application of specific instrumentation or Hands on gentle manipulation to the joints of either the spine, head, arms or legs to restore normal, optimal motion and movement.

Yes when performed by a Licensed Chiropractic Physician.

The number of treatments are unique to each patient based on their condition. We usually start with an initial 6 visits to begin the healing process and evaluate your response to the care provided. At that point, we can decide on the best frequency and duration needed for you to achieve your goals.

Initially most people will experience a relief of pain or symptoms. The true benefits beyond pain relief are increased energy, stamina, strength, coordination and a sense of Well Being.

As with any health care procedure there are certain complications which may arise during a chiropractic adjustment. These complications may include sprain/strain, dislocation, fracture, disc injury and cerebral-vascular accidents. These complications are extremely rare occurrences.

Generally no, however if the soft tissues are in spasm or under tension, there can be some pain associated. Usually the doctor is careful to assess and release the tension prior to the adjustment.

My approach with you will be to investigate the underlying cause of your symptoms to achieve the best possible outcome. I don’t promise a cure, but we often see miracles with our patients.

We reserve additional time for the initial examination and the first follow-up visit. Regular office visits are scheduled for 20 minutes.

Chiropractic Physicians achieve Doctorate Level education. Dr. Knecht has continued with yearly post-graduate education in Functional Neurology and Medicine.

Yes and it is recommended for most pregnancies to alleviate the pain from laxity in the ligaments and joints due to the increased levels of the hormone Relaxin.

The short answer is No. There is a misperception for some people because many cases require a series of office visits to correct the underlying condition.

There is much debate in the research communities regarding the source of the “crack sound” with a manual adjustment with the hands of the doctor. The most plausible likely cause of the sound is the energy released from the fluid in the joint converting from liquid to gas and back to liquid again during the manipulation.

Most Chiropractic Physicians would recommend against self-manipulation because the wrong angle might damage tissues like nerves and blood vessels.

Most Health Insurance companies are now offering Chiropractic Benefits as part of their plans.

Yes, research studies frequently reveal that Chiropractic results in significant pain reduction compared to other types of therapy.

Yes, that is a very common symptom that a Chiropractic Physician treats on a daily basis.

Yes and we often are successful in treating the many types of headaches, especially Migraine, Post-concussive, and Tension headaches.

We find that Chiropractic and Physical Therapy complement each other in helping our patients achieve their health goals.

Yes, we work with athletes on a weekly basis and they often report both pain relief and improved balance and coordination in their sport after receiving Chiropractic Care.

Yes, in fact Chiropractic manipulations are designed to restore normal alignment of the spine and joints of the body.

During a Chiropractic Adjustment, we are addressing the underlying nerve flow, biomechanics, alignment, blood supply, soft tissue restrictions of the joint.

Yes, we modify our protocols for children to safely achieve the same outcomes as the adults.