CHIROPRACTIC

Expert Chiropractic Treatment in Savage, MN

Chiropractic care focuses on your spine and the dynamic effect your spine’s condition will have on your health. Your spine runs from your head to your tailbone. Along that path, nerves are exiting the spine and traveling to your fingers, toes and all your functioning parts. The spine is made up of bones called vertebra and discs, which are soft spacers that separate the vertebra. The bones and discs are held together and function correctly when you have healthy muscles, ligaments, and joints. If any aspect of your spine is unhealthy or injured, you will more than likely have a health complaint.

Chiropractic Treatment — Savage, MN — Hidden Valley Chiropractic:Michael E. Novak, D.C.

At Hidden Valley Chiropractic, we are experts in treating your spine and the health complaints that result from minor to major injuries or degenerative changes that progressively alter the physical functioning of your spine.

Dr. Novak primarily performs manual adjustments. He is also trained and efficient in the utilization of an activator and drop table. There are times when manual adjustments are not appropriate with certain conditions. Dr. Novak understands and respects that there are patients that simply prefer adjustment methods other than manual.

Auto Injuries

An auto accident can run your whole life off the road -- and the damage done to your car is the least of your problems. The forces encountered in even a low-speed "fender bender" can throw your body out of alignment, causing severe injuries to your neck, back, and other areas. Auto accident injuries require prompt attention before they have a chance to heal improperly, causing you even more pain and loss of function.

Workers Compensation

An injured worker might requires lengthy chiropractic treatment. we will request authorization from your employer (and the insurance company) before continuing treatment.

It may actually be easier now to seek chiropractic care than it was only a few years ago. In 2018, the Industrial Commission adopted a set of rules designed to address the growing reliance on opioids to treat pain. In addition to medication, we will consider other ways to treat pain including chiropractic treatment, acupuncture, massage, biofeedback, and functional restoration treatment programs.

Neck and Back Pain

The neck’s susceptibility to injury is due in part to biomechanics. Activities and events that affect cervical biomechanics include extended sitting, repetitive movement, accidents, falls and blows to the body or head, normal aging, and everyday wear and tear. Neck pain can be very bothersome, and it can have a variety of causes. Let Dr. Novak help!

DOT and Commercial Licenses

DOT and Commercial Dr. Michael Novak is on the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration requires specialized training and testing for the certification that Dr. Novak has completed. Do not wait until the last minute to obtain or renew your commercial driver’s license. vers License