FAQs

Frequently asked questions

  • Chiropractic care focuses on the relationship between the spine and the nervous system, understanding that any misalignment or dysfunction can lead to a wide range of health issues.

    Through gentle spinal adjustments, chiropractors restore balance and proper alignment to the body, helping to alleviate pain, improve mobility, and enhance overall well-being. Our techniques are safe, non-invasive, and drug-free, making chiropractic care suitable for patients of all ages, from infants to seniors.

    Whether you're suffering from chronic back pain, migraines, sports injuries, or seeking preventive care, we’re here to support your journey towards optimal health.

    Don't let pain or discomfort limit your life any longer. Experience the transformative benefits of chiropractic care at Golden Spine Chiropractic.

  • Experience Natural Healing with Chiropractic Adjustments. These non-invasive, drug-free techniques restore alignment to your musculoskeletal system. Skilled chiropractors use hands or instruments to apply controlled, gentle force to spine or joints. Targeting misalignments, known as subluxations, improves joint mobility, reduces inflammation, and enhances your body's natural ability to heal.Misalignments disrupt nerve signals, causing back pain, headaches, and digestive issues. Chiropractic adjustments realign the spine, relieving pressure on nerves and promoting optimal nervous system function. Whether seeking relief from chronic pain, recovering from injury, or optimizing overall well-being, chiropractic adjustments provide a safe and effective solution.

  • The sound that you hear when getting an adjustment is called a cavitation. There is air trapped within a space called the joint capsule. The more air that is in the joint and the faster the joint gets adjusted then the louder the sound. You don’t have to have the sound to have an effective adjustment.

  • At Golden Spine Chiropractic, your safety is our top priority. Chiropractors are highly trained to assess your needs and provide effective, drug-free treatments. We use modern techniques and equipment to understand your condition and create a personalized plan. Unlike other treatments, chiropractic care treats the root cause without risks or side effects. Our gentle and precise approach ensures your comfort. We value open communication and prioritize your well-being. Experience transformative care in a welcoming environment. Trust us for safe and effective treatment tailored to you.

  • Chiropractors are important in combining holistic healing with medical knowledge. They are qualified doctors who treat various muscle and bone problems, going beyond being called "back doctors." Chiropractors go through extensive education, including getting a bachelor's degree and studying chiropractic for four years. This includes learning about the body, how it works, movement, x-rays, and nutrition. They also get practical experience by working with experienced chiropractors. What makes chiropractors stand out is how they approach healthcare. They focus on finding and treating the main cause of muscle and bone issues, rather than just the symptoms. They understand that the different parts of the body are connected, and they fix problems with the spine, called subluxations, to restore the proper function of the nervous system and help the body heal naturally. Read more about this on the blog here.

  • Neck pain

    Mid back pain

    Low Back pain

    Shoulder pain

    Pain in the legs

    Sciatic pain 

    Rib pain

    TMJ pain

    Knee pain

    Foot pain

    Ankle pain

    Headache

    Migraines

    Cervicogenic headaches

    Neck restrictions 

    Low Back restrictions

  • X-rays are used to diagnose and treat certain conditions in Chiropractic care. They're not always necessary for everyone. Some chiropractic offices may insist on x-rays during your first visit to push you into a long treatment plan with no scientific backing. At Golden Spine Chiropractic, we order x-rays based on your health history or recent accidents, on a case-by-case basis.

  • At Golden Spine Chiropractic, we believe in providing the highest quality care to our patients. While many healthcare providers accept insurance, we have made a conscientious decision to operate as a cash-based practice.

    Why, you may wonder?

    First and foremost, choosing not to accept insurance allows us to focus solely on you, our valued patient. By eliminating the burden of insurance paperwork and processing, we can devote our full attention to delivering exceptional chiropractic care and personalized treatment plans.

    Secondly, this approach affords us the freedom to prioritize your specific needs. Instead of being bound by insurance restrictions and limitations, we are able to dedicate ample time to each appointment, ensuring comprehensive evaluations and tailored treatment plans that address your unique concerns.

    Furthermore, opting out of insurance networks allows us to maintain competitive pricing and flexibility in our services. We believe that your well-being should not be compromised by rigid insurance policies and limited coverage options. By offering affordable rates and transparent pricing, we strive to make quality chiropractic care accessible to all.

    By choosing Golden Spine Chiropractic, you are choosing a practice committed to delivering exceptional care without the constraints of insurance.

    *We can provide you with an itemized super bill that you can use to submit to your insurance for reimbursement. Ask us for more information if that is something you need. We also accept HSA and FSA cards.

  • No, you don’t need a referral from anyone.

  • At Golden Spine Chiropractic, we prioritize your care. We listen to you, address your needs, and provide excellent treatment. Your comfort is crucial during your visit. Dr. Alex takes the time to understand your concerns, examine you, diagnose your condition, and explain what's happening. Dr. Alex communicates clearly about his procedures before performing them. All of these things amount to what we believe to be the golden standard of care.

    Golden Spine Chiropractic also has another meaning to it. Dr. Alex and his wife Emily have had Golden Retriever dogs in their family for many years. Golden retrievers are loyal, friendly, family oriented and they love people. These are all qualities that are synonymous with the care we hope to provide to those that come to Golden Spine Chiropractic. 

  • This will vary greatly on a variety of factors. Dr. Alex will help assess what the best frequency of visits should be for your care. It might start off more frequent in the beginning and taper down to maintenance care. It will really depend on your body, what your goals are and how much pain you are experiencing.

    Dr. Alex is not limited by insurance regulated treatment plans that often dictate frequency of care and services provided. So you will get care specific to your individual needs and never be forced into cookie cutter care.

  • 91 S. Broad St. E Angier, NC 27501 (In downtown Angier, to the right of Thanks A Latte - located inside the newly renovated Cher Suites (Brick building)

  • If you are a new patient (never been seen at Golden Spine Chiropractic) you can set up a new patient visit by visiting our patient portal (Here). You can also call (919) 980-9693 or email info@goldenspinechiro.com to get set up. Once scheduled, you will be emailed your new patient paperwork to fill out before your first appointment.

    If you are an established patient you can also book online on the portal, set up your next appointment at the end of your appointments, or you can call or text to schedule as well.

  • If you signed up for a new patient visit and didn’t receive an email with your new patient paperwork, please check your spam or “others” folders in your email and see if it got filtered out.

    If you can’t find it then please reach out and we will make sure you get the paperwork.

  • You can park anywhere in the downtown Angier area. The parking lot for the depot is close by and paved, there are many parking spots along Broad Street, there is also a new parking lot behind Thanks A Latte that has a number of spots. Additionally there is a dirt lot directly across the street that you are also allowed to park in if you prefer.

  • When you approach the front doors at the Cher Suites, you will notice a keypad to the right of the doors.

    Click on the keypad and bring up the directory and find #7 Golden Spine Chiropractic. Choose this option and then select Call. This will ring to Dr. Alex’s phone and he will be able to buzz you into the waiting area (You will hear the door click when he buzzes you in and it should also tell you on the screen that you have been buzzed in)

    Take a seat in the waiting room and Dr. Alex will be up to greet you shortly.

    (You can also text Dr. Alex at 919-980-9693 and let him know you arrived if you prefer not to use the keypad and he will still be able to buzz you in. Whatever you prefer.

  • Read about what to expect on your first visit with Golden Spine Chiropractic on our blog here.

  • New patient visits are an hour long.

    Regular chiropractic adjustment appointments are 20 minutes long.

    Chiropractic adjustments with Graston Therapy are 30 minutes long.

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