Chiropractic care in Washington, PA
Chiropractic care at Getzik Family Chiropractic, a chiropractic and non-surgical spine clinic in Washington, Pennsylvania, uses adjustments to restore movement to joints that are stiff or restricted. It treats back pain, neck pain, headaches and stiffness. The new patient special is $49 and includes a consultation, an examination, x-rays and your first adjustment. Call us at (724) 222-2074.
Key facts
- Treats back pain, neck pain, headaches, sciatica and stiffness.
- The new patient special is $49, regular price $270.
- Includes a consultation, examination, x-rays and your first adjustment.
- Manual, low-force and instrument-assisted techniques are available.
- Care for adults, children and during pregnancy.
- Call us at (724) 222-2074 to check availability.
What a chiropractic adjustment actually does
A joint that is not moving freely makes the joints around it work harder and can irritate nearby nerves. An adjustment applies a controlled, specific force to that joint to restore its normal movement. With movement restored, the surrounding muscles and nerves settle. The adjustment is precise and quick, and it is matched to your size, age and comfort.
What we treat with chiropractic care
We use chiropractic care for the problems below, each linking to its condition page where one exists.
- Back pain
- Neck pain
- Headaches and migraines
- Sciatica
- Joint pain
- Posture problems
- Sports injuries
- Work injuries and stiffness
How your first visit works
Your first visit takes about 45 minutes and has four steps. First, a consultation with Dr. Getzik about your pain and history. Second, a comprehensive examination. Third, x-rays where the examination points to a problem imaging will change the plan for. Fourth, a clear report of what we found and what we recommend. See your first visit in detail.
The techniques we use
We use manual adjustment, where the adjustment is delivered by hand, as the standard approach. For older patients, children and anyone nervous about manual work, we also use low-force and instrument-assisted options that deliver the same goal with less force. Nothing happens without being explained first. You can choose the approach you are comfortable with.
Chiropractic care for your whole family
We provide pediatric chiropractic for children using gentle, low-force techniques suited to their size. We provide prenatal chiropractic using techniques adapted for pregnancy. We make no claims about conditions unrelated to the spine. The approach is always matched to the person in front of us, and everything is explained before it begins.
What chiropractic care costs here
The new patient special is $49, against a regular price of $270. It includes a new patient consultation, a comprehensive examination, a full set of chiropractic x-rays and one chiropractic adjustment. The cash rate for an ongoing adjustment is $65. We work with most major medical plans and Medicare, and CareCredit is available to spread the cost. See our pricing and insurance page for the full breakdown.
Chiropractic care compared to other approaches to back pain
| Option | What it involves | Typical recovery | Risks | What it costs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chiropractic adjustment | A controlled force applied to a joint to restore movement | No downtime, you leave the same day | Low risk, mild soreness common for a day | $49 new patient special, regular price $270 |
| Pain medication | Drugs that reduce the pain signal | No recovery, taken as needed | Does not address the cause, side effects possible | Varies by drug and insurance |
| Physical therapy | Guided exercise and manual care | Weeks of visits | Low risk, depends on consistency | Varies by plan |
| Rest and waiting | Reducing activity and waiting for it to pass | Days to weeks | Can let a problem become chronic | No direct cost, but lost time |