A: Chiropractic care is a natural, hands-on healthcare approach focusing on the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal issues, especially those related to the spine, joints, and nervous system.

A: Chiropractors use specific adjustments and soft tissue techniques to restore joint mobility, reduce nerve irritation, and support the body’s natural healing process — helping to relieve pain, improve function, and prevent future issues.

A: Most adjustments are gentle and painless. Some patients may feel a release, mild soreness, or hear a "pop," which is simply gas releasing from the joint — similar to cracking your knuckles.

A: This depends on your condition, goals, and how your body responds to care. Some feel relief after one session, while most benefit from ongoing care for long-term correction and maintenance.

A: That sound is called a cavitation — a release of gas (oxygen, nitrogen, CO2) from a joint when it moves. It’s harmless and often relieves pressure.

A: Yes — when performed by a prenatal-certified chiropractor (like Dr. Raisa Cipriano at Unwind Chiropractic LA). Specialized techniques and tables accommodate your growing belly while safely supporting your changing body.

A: Prenatal chiropractic can help reduce back, pelvic, and hip pain, improve sleep, support optimal baby positioning, and ease common pregnancy-related discomforts.

A: Absolutely! Postpartum chiropractic care supports recovery from labor and delivery, restores pelvic alignment, relieves tension from feeding and carrying your baby, and helps manage lingering aches and pains.

A: Yes — we assess posture, muscle imbalances, and spinal alignment, then customize a corrective care plan including adjustments, ergonomic advice, and exercises to improve posture and reduce pain.

A: Not at all. While back pain is common, we also help with neck pain, headaches, sciatica, joint issues, and muscle tension. It’s also great for improving flexibility, mobility, and overall wellness.

A: We’re a cash-based practice, but we can provide a superbill (medical receipt) for you to submit to your insurance for possible reimbursement.

A: Yes! Chiropractic isn’t just for pain relief — it’s a proactive way to keep your nervous system and body moving well and prevent issues before they start.

A: Unless advised otherwise, you can typically exercise the same day, but listen to your body. Some people prefer lighter movements like stretching, walking, or yoga post-adjustment.

A: For the vast majority of patients, mild soreness or achiness around the area treated (similar to how you might feel after a good workout), fatigue or tiredness as your body adjusts to new alignment, and/or headaches (especially after upper neck adjustments, though rare).

A: Chiropractic care is both safe and beneficial. Most side effects are mild, brief, and part of your body’s natural healing process.