Q: Is chiropractic safe?
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Q: Will the treatment hurt?
A: Chiropractic adjustments are very safe and rarely cause any discomfort; individuals of all ages enjoy the treatment and the feeling of relaxation that follows. However, each individual is different and pain thresholds do vary. Therefore, Dr. Cyriacks will evaluate each person on a case by case basis and apply treatment accordingly. If there is a chance that the treatment will cause some minor pain he will tell you in advance and discuss your concerns. The doctor is proficient in a number of different ways to adjust the spine, and will choose the technique that results in the least amount of discomfort for you if that is your concern.
Q: Do I have to take my clothes off?
A: The examination and subsequent re-examinations do require the skin on the back be exposed for instrumentation and initial observation; pants and undergarments will remain on and a medical gown open in the back will be worn. After the instrumentation portion of the exam is complete the patient may get dressed. However, if you feel uncomfortable for any reason at all you may leave your shirt on, and the instrumentation portion of the exam will not be performed. All chiropractic adjustments are given while you are fully clothed. It is recommended, however, that you do wear comfortable clothing that is loose fitting during your appointments due to the physical nature of the treatments.
Q: What is that “cracking” noise heard during an adjustment?
A: That noise is called a cavitation. It is simply the release of gasses that are dissolved in the synovial fluid that is in every joint. That fluid nourishes the joint and provides lubrication for it. When a joint is taken through its full range of normal motion, using a distractive force like a chiropractic adjustment, the joint surfaces separate from each other undergoing the process of cavitation. A negative pressure is created in the intra-articular fluid forming a gas bubble. The gas escapes occasionally, making a slight popping sound. A similar phenomenon occurs when a bottle of champagne is opened; the cork is removed and the gas escapes, making the infamous “pop.” The joint sound is not harmful. It is not even a sign that the adjustment has taken place, only that the joint has been taken through its full range of motion. Dr. Cyriacks is proficient in a number of techniques that involve no “popping” or “cracking” at all. If the sound makes you a little queasy or you are uneasy about having your neck “cracked” just let the doctor know because you are not alone. Alternative methods for adjusting the spine can be discussed.
Q: Do I HAVE to get “cracked?”
A: No. Dr. Cyriacks is proficient in Palmer Specific Upper Cervical Toggle Recoil to adjust the cervical spine. This adjustment is focused at the C1, C2 area of the upper neck just beneath the skull. The technique relies on speed, precise vectors, and a drop headpiece. There is no cracking of the neck at all with this form of adjustment. Because the brain stem passes through this delicate area of the spine every tissue, gland, organ, muscle and body function is affected by irritation at this area. When the subluxation is reduced and pressure is taken off of the brain stem everything becomes more connected to the source of true health and your body’s innate ability to be well. This leads to a greater life expression. The power that made the body heals the body.
When the spine below the Atlas and Axis needs to be addressed an adjustment will often times result in a cavitation. However, there are several effective ways to mobilize these fixations in your spine that do not involve being “cracked.” Discuss this concern with Dr. Cyriacks during your consultation and he will go over the alternative treatments for removing the Vertebral Subluxation, such as S.O.T. and Activator with you.
Q: Is chiropractic safe for children?
A: Yes. In fact due to the risks associated with current medical treatment it is very common for children to be adjusted. The treatments are very gentle. Notably, children usually respond very quickly to the correction and rarely need a lot of care. A primary cause of the vertebral subluxation in children is the birth process; a lot of pressure and rotary force is applied to the neck of the newborn as it passes through the birth canal, or exits the incision during a C-Section. This is when chiropractors believe that the first subluxation occurs, reducing the child’s expression of life before she takes her first breath. It is Dr. Cyriacks’ professional opinion that all newborns should be checked for subluxation immediately after delivery.
A December 2018 study in the Journal of Neurodevelopmental Disorders by Mark D. Shen links altered Cerebral Spinal Fluid circulation and flow to Autism as well as other neurodegenerative diseases. https://rdcu.be/bXjzv (cited article)
Dr. Cyriacks, thinking like a chiropractor, sees a connection between altered CSF flow as well as the inability to clear toxic metabolites in the CSF to the upper cervical subluxation.
In addition to birth trauma just think about how many times a child will fall as they learn to walk…or think about how many times a toddler hits their head as they learn to master their bodies. Many mothers in our practice have noticed a connection between their children getting adjusted and a decrease in colds, or irritability. While others have reported that after adjustments their children breathe easier, poop more frequently, are less colicky or sleep through the night. Keep in mind that those are the results that can be observed after the child has been adjusted. There are also the unobserved results and benefits of turning the child’s life back on soon after birth. It will allow them to develop without nervous system interference, and express their full potential as the Creator intended.
Dr. Cyriacks has three children of his own that he has adjusted since the day they were born.
Q: What will happen during my first visit?
A: When you arrive at the Teaneck office you will be greeted, and given a set of forms to fill out. Then you will be taken into the treatment room with Dr. Cyriacks where you will discuss your case, and history at length. It is at this time that he will decide if your condition is a chiropractic case, or whether a referral to a specialist would be more appropriate. If your case would benefit from chiropractic care he will conduct a thorough physical exam on you, focusing on the Vertebral Subluxation Complex and associated biomechanical dysfunction. An orientation will be provided as chiropractic is one of the most misunderstood healing philosophies in the world. You will then schedule your next visit for a report of findings, and first adjustment. The doctor will review your history and exam findings and decide on the appropriate treatment recommendations for you. However, if there are positive findings that indicate the possibility of a deeper problem Dr. Cyriacks will require further studies such as x-ray, MRI, CT scans, or blood work. Occasionally after examination the determination is made to refer to another specialist. A follow-up visit will be scheduled until the information needed is received, and you will be given instructions on how to make yourself more comfortable until you return.
Q: Does the doctor take x-rays in the office?
A: X-rays are not taken in the office. However, Dr. Cyriacks works closely with a few excellent local imaging centers and labs who are staffed with highly trained medical doctors, and technicians. They provide the doctor with the X-Ray views needed in order to make a precise correction to the Vertebral Subluxation Complex.
Accurate reports of their findings are usually provided to Dr. Cyriacks within 48 hours. For emergencies and trauma cases a “wet read” can be obtained so that Dr. Cyriacks has the information necessary to begin treatment, or refer out to the appropriate specialist within minutes of the films being taken. These imaging centers and labs also accept most insurance plans.
Q: Are chiropractors really doctors?
A: Yes. The degree one receives upon graduation from chiropractic college is a D.C. which stands for Doctor of Chiropractic. The degree one receives upon graduation from medical college is an M.D. which stands for Medical Doctor, and similarly a Doctor of Osteopathy has a D.O. The core education of different doctors is quite similar actually. Medical doctors then go on to specialize for several years where a majority of chiropractors do not. The word “doctor” traditionally means “learned one” Dr. Cyriacks has a bachelor’s degree in Biology with a concentration in Chemistry, as well as a Doctor of Chiropractic degree which was awarded with honors in 1992.
Q: Are chiropractors educated?
A: The education of chiropractors is intense. After college a candidate will apply to a chiropractic college. There are only a few accredited chiropractic colleges worldwide so competition is incredible. Once enrolled, the student is immersed in an intensive program heavily weighted in anatomy, neurology, and biomechanics, but include courses in everything from pediatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, histology, biochemistry, psychology, radiology, ethics and philosophy. The formal education of a chiropractor is completed over a course of 3 1/3 years taken in trimesters. There are 3 trimesters in one academic year, as compared to the traditional semester in which there are two per academic year. What this means is that a student will have a course load of 30-35 hours (credits) per trimester, as compared to the average 15 credit hours per semester. There are no summer vacations, or spring breaks for students on a trimester schedule. A two week break between trimesters is the standard. If done on a semester schedule, a chiropractor’s education would take approximately 5 years to complete. Once the formal education is completed the chiropractic student will enter into the clinical phase of their education where they can apply all they have learned. This phase lasts approximately one year. Their clinical skills are monitored and refined by a team of licensed professionals, including chiropractors, medical doctors, nurses, physical therapists, and PhDs. Throughout their education, in addition to their normal overwhelming course load, the students must pass a series of rigorous National Board Exams. These exams are cumulative and there are 4 of them. Without passing grades on these exams the students are unable to continue on. Upon graduation from chiropractic college, and receiving their Doctor of Chiropractic degree, the new chiropractor must now pass licensing exams in each state that they wish to practice. Once in practice in a particular state the chiropractor must take continuing education courses in order to maintain their license. In New Jersey a chiropractor needs 30 hours of continuing education classes per license renewal.
Q: How much will it cost?
A: The fees are as follows:
Initial consultation and exam $95
Spinal adjustments $65
Well Check $25
Children 12 yrs & under $25
Q: How long will it take to start feeling better?
A: Correcting the vertebral subluxation and reconnecting your body to the source of life, removing nerve system interference, and allowing your innate intelligence to function as it was designed ALWAYS works. You will be healthier, more connected to the source of life, and have the best chance of replicating your body in health when you are holding your adjustment, allowing Universal Organization to flow freely through the body.
Q: Can I get adjusted if I have no pain?
A: Yes. In fact, after over 30 years in practice a majority of the patients seeking care at our office are here for Dr. Cyriacks to check them for subluxations, and remove them when they’re found. Most subluxations in the early stages have no signs or symptoms at all. It is wise to not allow the life force to be decreased for too long without a correction.
Q: Is payment due when I am first treated, or do you bill me?
A. Payment is due when services are rendered. Also, if you need a receipt for tax purposes please write a check in order to provide proof of payment.
Q: Does the office accept insurance on assignment?
A: No. Payment is due the day that care is given. If financial hardship is a concern please speak with the doctor or staff so we can make arrangements with you that will not prohibit you from seeking care at our office
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