As healthcare professionals we sometimes use terminology or refer to established processes and procedures in our daily work that may not be familiar to you. If there are any questions about the information on our website that you would like to know more about, please feel free to email Dr. Jason Bongi at: dr.bongi@AtlantaSpineAndSport.com
- What if I'm not an athlete, can I still be treated?
Absolutely. Dr. Jason Bongi's expertise and experience in working with professional athletes simply makes us that much better at helping all other people with their physical problems. Whether you are an elite athlete, or a domestic, industrial or weekend athlete, we have the tools to help you get better FAST!
- How long before I start feeling results?
That depends. We take into consideration that every body is different. That is why we don't "cookbook" our care plans. Results vary from patient to patient however our goal is always the least amount of treatment in the shortest amount of time.
- How much is this going to cost me?
Being an In-Network provider with most major Insurance plans, Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare & Blue Cross/Blue Shield, your out-of-pocket costs will be less than going to a provider outside your network. Although Healthcare is changing, we work with you and your insurance company to get most of our services covered within your network.
- What if my symptoms get worse?
This is very common. Sometimes the bodily response shows an increase in your symptoms before feeling better. It is similar to exercising for the first time. Your muscles are sore from performing work they are not used to. In our case, we're working to make physical and biomechanical changes from the way your body is presenting to us at the time of your initial visit. Our goal is to reset your current pattern into a more stable, balanced one.
- How will the adjustment help me?
Chiropractic adjustments help to balance your body from a mechanical standpoint as well as a neurological one. Our bodies are a system of pulleys and levers. When one area is off balance, it triggers compensation in other areas. Dr. Bongi treats the underlying problem, which can alleviate painful symptoms and more importantly, helps the body function properly and heal itself.
- Does an adjustment have to make a noise to be effective?
No. While it's true that patients often hear a "pop" during an adjustment, it's not related to the treatment's effectiveness. Instead, the explanation lies in a lubricant called synovial fluid that can be found in every joint. Shifting the joint with an adjustment into proper motion and alignment releases the built up pressure that has resulted from the joint being subluxated. The cracking noise is caused by a shifting of the fluid and gases which causes the cracking noise.
- Is it true that chiropractors do not prescribe medication or perform surgery?
True. Chiropractors don't prescribe medication or perform invasive procedures. The body has the ability to heal itself, and therefore focus on providing it with the right elements for self-restoration. This makes chiropractic one of the safest of all treatments.