Chiropractic FAQs
Chiropractic FAQs – The LiveWell Centre
Chiropractic FAQs – The LiveWell Centre (Kingston, Ontario)
What is a chiropractor?
A chiropractor is a regulated healthcare professional trained to diagnose and treat conditions related to the spine, joints, muscles, and nervous system. At The LiveWell Centre in Kingston, our chiropractors focus on improving movement, reducing pain, and helping patients stay active through evidence-based, hands-on care.
What does a chiropractor do?
Our chiropractors assess how your body is moving, identify joint restrictions or areas of irritation, and provide treatment such as spinal and joint mobilization, soft-tissue therapy, and movement guidance. Care is always tailored to your condition, lifestyle, and goals.
What do chiropractors treat?
Chiropractors at The LiveWell Centre commonly treat back pain, neck pain, headaches, sciatica, joint pain, sports injuries, and work-related musculoskeletal injuries.
What is the difference between a chiropractor and an osteopath?
Both professions focus on musculoskeletal health, but chiropractors in Ontario are regulated healthcare providers with standardized doctoral-level education and licensing. Chiropractic care places a strong emphasis on spine and joint biomechanics and evidence-informed treatment.
What is chiropractic medicine?
Chiropractic care is a conservative form of healthcare that focuses on diagnosing and managing movement-related conditions without medication or surgery.
Can a chiropractor help with sciatica?
Yes. Chiropractic care can help relieve sciatica by improving spinal movement, reducing nerve irritation, and addressing mechanical factors contributing to symptoms.
Can a chiropractor help with back pain?
Yes. Back pain is one of the most common conditions treated at our Kingston clinic. Chiropractic care focuses on restoring mobility, reducing pain, and preventing recurrence.
Is a chiropractor a doctor?
Chiropractors are not medical doctors, but they are licensed primary healthcare professionals, with the responsibility and ability to communicate a diagnosis, in line with their extensive university education and clinical training.
What should I wear when seeing a chiropractor?
Wear comfortable clothing that allows easy movement. Athletic or casual wear works well.
Do chiropractors treat sports injuries?
Yes. Our chiropractors regularly treat sports and exercise-related injuries and work closely with our physiotherapy team when appropriate.
How much does a chiropractor cost?
Chiropractic fees vary depending on the type of visit. Most extended health insurance plans cover chiropractic care. Our initial examination is $85 ($45 for a student) and any follow-up appointment or treatment is $46 ($37 for a student).
Are chiropractors safe?
Yes. Chiropractic care is safe when provided by a licensed professional. All treatments are tailored to your health history and comfort level.