What is your office's COVID-19 policy?

By Governor Walz’ executive order 20-81, masking is required in public-facing indoor spaces and businesses for persons older than 5.
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Patients will be screened before their appointment for risk of COVID-19 exposure, please expect an emailed survey within 24 hours of your scheduled appointment. Patients will be scheduled away from each other to allow for extra cleaning and to prevent contact between patients. If you have any questions, please reach out by calling the office number or email at info@startingblockchiro.com.

What is the popping sound during the adjustment?

The sound during an adjustment occurs from the changes of pressure in a joint when a new motion is introduced. The change in pressure disperses the gases in the joint-in about 20 minutes the gases gather back together. This dispersion of gases in the joint that causes the sound does not cause arthritis. The goal of an adjustment is to create motion in a joint that is not moving or not moving correctly and can help reduce inflammation in the local area that can irritate the nerves.

I feel sore after my appointment, is that normal?

If this is your first visit to a chiropractor or you have a long-standing injury: yes. Our bodies develop abnormal movement patterns in an attempt to spare an injured area of our body. When you address the problem, the muscles that were previously taking a break are being used again and can feel sore. The soreness that you can expect, feels like what you would experience when just starting to workout at the gym or when you change your routine in your exercise program. Treatment at the clinic often involves exercises and muscle treatment, which can increase soreness, but is expected.

I'm pregnant, can I still be treated?

Yes, being treated while pregnant is safe. During pregnancy, the ligaments in a woman's body become relaxed and highly mobile. At our clinic we have a table that can create space and support for a pregnant woman to lay face down on the table- ladies treated love the opportunity to lay in a position other than their side, especially as they're closer to full term. All adjustments are tailored to meet the patient's needs. Dr. Reisnour spent two of her internships working specifically with children and pregnant moms.

If I see a chiropractor once, do I have to see a chiropractor for life?

Our goal at StartingBlock Chiropractic is to get you well and on your way so you can do the things you love. Patients notice they can move much smoother after receiving chiropractic treatment. They are better able to recognize when they are not moving well or when they have a new injury and they often seek out their chiropractor who has helped them in the past. Most patients, after finishing their treatment, choose to return for wellness care once a month, every 3 months, or whatever their preference- it's a personal choice.

An ethical chiropractor will give you an expected estimate of visits, 6-12 depending on how complicated, to complete your treatment.

Do I really need to do the exercises/stretches/drills?

No, you don't have to do them- but we highly recommend you do! We wouldn't give you something to do unless we knew it would benefit you. Doing the exercises/stretches/or drills will speed your progress and help you complete treatment for your complaint faster and help prevent injury in the future. The drills help retrain your brain to perform movement properly, exercises are designed to increase strength or stability, and stretches help increase mobility and increase stability; the reason for having you perform exercises, stretches, or drills is completely dependent upon your case. We want to increase your independence and help you live happier.

Do you accept insurance?

We are not in-network with insurance companies. Insurance companies dictate how providers can treat you and what services they can provide you. Many insurance companies will not reimburse providers for the services they provide that help patients get better- thereby dictating your treatment without the training that your healthcare providers receive to be experts in their field. Not accepting insurance cuts down on time and wages spent negotiating for coverage and reimbursement and more time focused caring for the patient and providing quality care. FSA and HSA cards are accepted at our clinic; we recommend calling your insurance to make sure chiropractic is a covered expense. We can also provide an itemized statement of your visit, called a "superbill", which you can submit to your insurance company if you have out-of-network benefits for reimbursement.