WATCH OUT FOR TECH NECK! HAPPY HALLOWEEN! Tech neck is the silent assassin hired by your smartphone. Every TikTok you watch drops another bowling ball’s worth of stress on your cervical curve—60 pounds at a 60-degree tilt, baby(yes, that’s true). Your neck muscles are now unionizing, picketing with cramps and sending you postcards that say, “We quit.” Enter the chiropractor, part wizard, part human bubble wrap, who’ll karate-chop your vertebrae back into formation faster than

Good news, everyone! The North Carolina Department of Transportation has announced that the Olive Chapel Road closure in Apex, NC — which began way back in August  — is set to last until the end of January . That’s right, only three more months of scenic detours, confusing GPS reroutes, and practicing your deep-breathing exercises every time you hit “calculate new route”, and get stuck in traffic. 🧘‍♂️ Getting tired of the road closure? We are too! For those that are new her

They Take AND Bill You Insruance If you are going to a chiropractor, it’s best to make sure they are in-network with your health insurance company. Seeing an in-network chiropractor gives you access to reduced rates due to contracts between the chiropractor and the insurance companies they accept.  In rare cases, this can be a disadvantage, but generally, it’s one of the biggest benefits of having health insurance. While some insurance companies create difficult hoops to jum

Phone a Friend or Check Online! The best way to find a chiropractor is to ask your friends.  They can tell you about their experience and what to expect. If they had a bad experience, they’ll certainly let you know. On the other hand, if they had a good experience, they can point you in the right direction. At Performance Family Chiropractic, the majority of our patients come to us through internal referrals—friends or family of current patients. While we do spend money on ma

Communicating and Caring About Your Health(More than just an adjustment) Going to a chiropractor is about more than just getting adjusted. The value you receive from your chiropractic visits should go beyond the adjustment itself. A quality chiropractor has extensive knowledge of health and wellness and can help answer questions you may have about these topics. A chiropractor who truly has your best interests at heart will take the time to listen and address your concerns—thi

Treatment plans, informed consent, and no aggressive sales pitch Healthcare is a business—whether we like it or not—but healthcare providers, including chiropractors, must always put their patients first. When a patient comes in for treatment, an exam is performed to determine their condition, and a treatment plan  is recommended that is appropriate for that condition. When seeing a chiropractor, you should be given a plan that includes a specific re-exam date in the future.

Continuing the countdown!!! #9 Many patients like to joke about getting a “pop” from their chiropractor — and while many chiropractors will joke back, deep down we know (or at least hope) we’re doing more than just cracking knuckles. This perception often comes from the brief encounters many patients have had with their chiropractors. In many cases, a quick adjustment can still be beneficial, but there’s often much more that can be done to help with their condition. A key com

Choosing a chiropractor can be difficult—just like choosing any professional. You often have no idea what to expect until you meet them,...