Conditions We Help With

These are the conditions we help with at Hanson Chiropractic Center in Edmond, OK. Chiropractic care doesn't treat these conditions, and we won't tell you otherwise. What we offer is gentle care for the aches, tension, and stiffness which come along with them, always alongside your doctor. So pick the page closest to your situation and read how we fit into your care. If you don't see your concern, call us. We're glad to talk through your concern.

What we mean by conditions we help with

First, some concerns start in a joint or a muscle, and we treat those. Our Conditions We Treat page covers them. But other concerns start somewhere else and show up in your back, neck, or shoulders. For those, we say help with, because your doctor or another professional leads your care.

We're one friendly stop on your list. You keep your doctor, your medications, and your plan, and we never ask you to change any of them. Instead, we look at the physical side, like tight muscles, stiff joints, and posture, and we ease what we find.

Conditions we help with: stress, sleep, fatigue, and digestion

These four concerns often travel with neck, shoulder, and back strain, so most of our patients arrive with a physical complaint first.

Stress and muscle tension

Stress settles into your neck, shoulders, and jaw. Our stress and muscle tension page explains how gentle adjustments and massage ease the tight muscles stress leaves behind. The National Institute of Mental Health lists headaches, body pain, tension, and lost sleep among the physical effects of stress.

Insomnia and sleep problems

Because a stiff neck or a sore back makes good sleep hard to find, read about insomnia and sleep problems, including pillow and position tips, and when to bring your doctor in.

Fatigue and body aches

Pain and tension drain your energy. Also, our page on fatigue and body aches explains why a medical checkup comes first and how easing pain helps you move and rest with less effort.

Digestive discomfort and back pain

Posture, tight ribs, and a stiff mid-back often come along with stomach discomfort. So see how we look at digestive discomfort and back pain, and which symptoms need a physician first.

Allergies, mood, and blood pressure

Each of these belongs with your physician, so these pages carry extra care and clear warning signs. We don't promise changes in your allergies, your mood, or your numbers.

Allergies and asthma

Because coughing, sneezing, and a tight chest strain the muscles around your ribs and shoulders, our allergies and asthma page covers gentle care for this strain. Your physician leads your treatment.

Depression and chronic pain

Because pain and low spirits feed each other, read about depression and chronic pain, where we fit, and the crisis numbers to call if you need help right away.

High blood pressure and neck tension

The CDC says high blood pressure usually causes no warning signs, so your doctor's checks matter. Our page on high blood pressure and neck tension explains how we work around your doctor's plan.

Care for babies and children

Little ones need a gentle touch and a pediatrician in the loop. Both of these pages start with your pediatrician and make no promise of results.

Baby colic

Because hours of crying wear out the whole house, read about baby colic, how our chiropractors use a light touch, and the signs which need a doctor right away.

Child bedwetting

Most children outgrow bedwetting, so your pediatrician comes first. Then our page on child bedwetting covers tips for home and what a gentle first visit looks like.

How we care alongside your doctor

First, every plan starts with an exam and a conversation about your health and the care you already have. Then we choose from gentle chiropractic adjustments, massage therapy, and Class IV laser therapy, based on what we find. We explain each step in plain language, and results vary from person to person.

With your written permission, we're glad to share notes with your physician. We welcome patients from Edmond, North Oklahoma City, Deer Creek, and nearby communities. Fill out your new patient paperwork ahead of time, meet us on our team page, or take a look inside on our center tour.

When to see a doctor right away

Get medical care right away for chest pain, trouble breathing, a sudden severe headache, or weakness on one side of your body. Call 911 for severe symptoms. If you ever think about harming yourself, call or text 988 at any hour. For a baby with a fever of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or higher before three months, call your pediatrician or go to the emergency room.

Questions about the conditions we help with

What is the difference between conditions you treat and conditions you help with?

We treat muscle and joint problems, like back pain, neck pain, and tendon pain. For the conditions on this page, your doctor leads your care. We offer gentle care for the aches and tension which come along, and we explain exactly where we fit on each page.

Do you treat depression, high blood pressure, or allergies?

No. We don't treat those conditions, and we don't promise changes in your mood, your numbers, or your symptoms. We help with the neck pain, back pain, and muscle strain many patients carry along with them.

Should I see my doctor first?

Yes for most of these concerns, and always for a baby or child. A checkup rules out other causes, and your doctor stays in charge of your treatment. Once you have the all-clear, we're glad to see you.

What happens at the first visit?

First, we ask about your symptoms, your health history, and the care you already have. Then we examine your neck, back, and posture. Before you leave, we explain what we found and what we recommend. Fill out your new patient paperwork ahead of time to save a few minutes.

Which page should I read first?

Start with the page closest to what hurts or what keeps you up. If you're unsure, call us at (405) 341-0494 and describe your day. We point you to the right page, and to the right provider when we aren't the best fit.

This page gives general information and does not replace advice from your physician. Individual results vary.