Will the treatment hurt?
Chiropractic care is very safe. Occasionally, when there are sore and inflamed muscles and ligaments, there is some minor discomfort, which does not last long. Most of the time adjustments are painless and feel good.
How much time do I need to schedule for visits?
On your first visit you will be in the office roughly 1 ½ hours. Subsequent visits will take approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour depending on the level of care needed.
Will my visits be covered by insurance?
While most insurances cover chiropractic, we encourage you to contact your insurance company to verify your insurance benefits before your initial appointment. Upon entry to our clinic, we will call your insurance company for the specific chiropractic benefits that are utilized in your treatment.
What is the training for a chiropractic physician?
After undergraduate training, a 5-year chiropractic program must be completed before a doctorate in chiropractic is received. Throughout the education program, emphasis is placed on specific chiropractic adjusting. Course work, which is very similar to that of medical school, includes Gross Anatomy, Physiology, Pathology and Biochemistry. The last two years focus training in physical and imaging diagnosis, physical therapy, nutrition and exercise rehabilitation. Finally, an internship program is completed before graduation. Prior to licensing in Tennessee, your chiropractor must complete rigorous National Board Exams Parts 1-4.
Do chiropractors prescribe drugs or surgery?
No, chiropractic physicians do not dispense drugs or perform surgery. We rely on natural methods to help the body heal itself. However, we understand that there is a point where medication and surgery are needed.
What conditions do chiropractors treat?
Dr. Tigges treats a variety of neuromusculoskeletal conditions in adults, teenagers and children. He also treats many patients who have previously gone through back surgery. Click on Common Conditions to find out more.
How does chiropractic work?
Improper motion or positioning of the bones in the spine can irritate the surrounding joints, muscles and ligaments. This can cause joint fixation, swelling and spasming of these structures. Chiropractors restore proper biomechanics allowing the body to heal itself.
What is an adjustment?
An adjustment is a specific, safe and controlled thrust restoring motion to a fixated joint. The doctors are trained in a variety of techniques, including traditional osseous adjusting and low force adjusting that are safe on children and geriatrics. Many people feel calm and relaxed after an adjustment.
Are chiropractic adjustments safe?
Yes, adjustments are remarkably safe. The doctors are trained in a large variety of techniques, from low force to high velocity low amplitude techniques.
How long until I feel better?
Most people feel some relief after their first visit and substantial relief after 6-8 visits. Chronic or severe cases usually take longer to respond.
Why should I choose your office?
We like to think there are just too many reasons to put into writing.
One of the most common compliments our Doctor and staff receive from patients who have been to other chiropractors, physical therapists, or medical doctors, is that we are different and go beyond the standard adjusting techniques and help correct the problem. Whether it is muscular training, demonstrating before and after correction on x-rays, etc., many patients have never experienced putting many specialties of treatment all together under one roof.
We believe that treatment should combine modern technology and traditional, hands-on care. It should be an ongoing partnership between you and us so that you can recover from pain and be healthy for life. Our care goes beyond generic injury or pain remedies. We create customized treatments and rehabilitation plans that are also designed to help you maintain overall good health. And we help keep pain from coming back by teaching you how you can avoid injury in the future. Our specialty is helping bodies perform at their healthy best. Whether you need intensive rehabilitation after an auto accident or personal injury, quick recovery from a work or sports injury, or ongoing treatment for a lingering condition, we'll do everything we can to get you back to your active life and keep you there.
Essential care for many conditions....
Don't just think chiropractic care is for spines! You will be impressed when we put chiropractic together with spine and joint rehabilitation.
We have helped do-it-yourselfers whose backs went out working in the garden and weekend warriors whose jump shots jumped ship years ago. Our patients also include children, teenage athletes, seniors, and office workers who need relief from the effects of sitting day after day, week after week. So whether your pain comes from typing on a keyboard or hiking to the top of a mountain, you'll find effective treatment for:
- Chronic back and neck pain
- Persistent headaches and migraines
- Auto, job and sports injuries
- Sciatica and leg pain
- Shoulder disorders
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Whiplash
- Arthritis pain
- Numbness and tingling
- Fibromyalgia
- Stress
- Hand and wrist pain (Carpal Tunnel Syndrome)
Multiple therapies and effective treatment for lasting relief...
Our multifaceted approach to pain relief and health maintenance allows us to customize your care for your specific pain treatment and lifestyle needs.
Multiple techniques..
Our Doctor is skilled in many adjusting techniques thus enabling him to modify his technique according to the needs of the patient. From children to senior citizens, our doctor is able to gently and effectively provide the benefits of chiropractic care.
Low-frequency electrical current blocks nerves that cause pain, reduces inflammation and muscle spasm. Repeated use can bring long-term freedom from pain and discomfort. Ultrasound provides safe deep tissue heat to aid in rapid healing of injured tissue.
Do we have physical therapy?
Our comprehensive care for injury and pain includes helping you recover mobility and muscle strength through rehabilitative exercise. Most spinal rehabilitation does not require extensive and expensive equipment. We provide one-on-one, hands on training for the elite athlete or someone who has never exercised.
Chronic and difficult cases...
Dr. Tigges sees and treats cases that others might deem too difficult. That's because he has the experience, training and commitment to give you appropriate care and lasting relief. We continually receive unresponsive to standard care referrals from other professionals.
Working with you for long-term results...
Our Doctor doesn’t just treat your pain. He shows you how to keep it from coming back, because our goal isn't just to help you find pain relief for now, it's to ensure your good health for a lifetime. Our one-on-one personalized care will provide you with the knowledge to prevent pain from recurring and show you how to make healthy living a way of life.
Making your relief convenient and affordable...
Our patient's are always exclaiming how easy and convenient it is for them to get the relief they want. Here are some of the reasons why:
• On-time appointments
• Same-day appointments
• Insurance accepted and filed, including Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Cigna, United Health Care, Aetna, PHCS, Medicare, Workers' Comp, Auto Accident Injuries, and many more
• Mastercard, Visa, and Discover welcome
• Payment plans available
• Handicap-accessible
Consultation...
Should you have any questions, please call our office at 615-452-1575 for a consultation, or e-mail us at our website. We look forward to meeting you.
Our caring makes the difference...
When you need help for pain, injury, headaches, or stress, you deserve more than a simple adjustment. Our Doctor and helpful, caring staff go much further, offering you personalized attention, respect, and understanding. You also get a unique, family-like environment where you can feel comfortable, relaxed, and confident that you're getting quality care that's designed just for you.
I have had back/neck/shoulder, etc. surgery, can I still see a Chiropractor?
Absolutely! In fact, that is probably who you should be seeing. Chiropractic combined with knowledgeable rehabilitation is critical to not only helping the body to repair after surgery, but in many cases making the area even stronger than before.