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Honest information about how the spine works, what chiropractic care actually does, and how to think about your own health — from Dr. Chakrian.

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Education4 min read

The Difference Between a Chiropractor and a Physical Therapist

Patients often ask which they should see. The honest answer depends on what’s actually wrong — and both have a role.

June 26, 2026Read
Lower Back4 min read

How to Know If Your Back Pain Needs Imaging

Most back pain does not need an X-ray or MRI. But some does. Here’s how clinicians decide — and what imaging actually tells you.

June 19, 2026Read
Education5 min read

What Chiropractic Care Actually Is — And Isn’t

Most people have a vague idea of what chiropractors do. Some of it’s accurate. A lot of it isn’t. Here’s a straight answer.

June 12, 2026Read
Nerve & Radiculopathy5 min read

Sciatica vs. Piriformis Syndrome: How to Tell the Difference

Both produce pain down the leg. But the source — and the treatment — are completely different. Treating one when you have the other doesn’t work.

June 5, 2026Read
Neck & Posture5 min read

Tech Neck Is Not Just a Posture Problem

Forward head posture is mechanical. The tension headaches, the upper trap tightness, the cervical compression — these are predictable physics. Here’s what’s actually happening to your spine.

May 29, 2026Read
Education4 min read

What Actually Happens During a Chiropractic Adjustment

The sound is memorable. But the pop isn’t the point — and understanding what’s actually happening during an adjustment changes how patients experience their care.

May 22, 2026Read
Lower Back5 min read

Why Your Lower Back Pain Keeps Coming Back

If your back pain goes away for a few weeks and then returns, it’s not bad luck. It’s a sign that the underlying mechanical problem was never actually resolved — only quieted.

May 15, 2026Read

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