Jonas Chiropractic - The Athlete's Choice
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What makes Jonas Chiropractic unique?

    At Jonas Chiropractic, Dr. Holly & Steven Jonas combine over 30 years of experience as chiropractors and athletes. A combination of intensive postgraduate education combined with their own years involved in athletics enables them to be unique and specific in their approach to athletic and traumatic injuries.

  2. What techniques do the doctors use?

    ART (Active Release Technique), Cox technique, Grostic Soft Tissue technique, Activator and Diversified adjusting, and kinesiotaping.

  3. What type of injuries and ailments are seen at Jonas Chiropractic?

    Neck and back pain, headaches, shoulder problems, leg and knee pain as well as shin splints, plantar fascitiis and tennis and golfers elbow, wrist injuries and carpal tunnel syndrome.

  4. How is payment arranged at Jonas Chiropractic?

    Many insurance companies are accepted as full or partial payment including no-fault and workers compensation.

  5. What is ART (Active Release Technique)?

    ART is a soft tissue technique which separates, releases and stretches the connective tissue adhesions, restores vascular and lymph circulation, and increases your range of motion, flexibility and strength.

  6. Why does ART work so well with athletes?

    Because ART deals with muscle & ligament dysfunction which leads loss of flexibility, strength and range of motion which are all essential in athletic activities.

  7. Is ART useful for non-athletic injuries?

    Any type of repetitive stress or overuse injury or traumatic injury such as auto accidents or work related injuries involving soft tissues will respond to ART.

  8. What is gait analysis and how is it performed?

    At Jonas Chiropractic one’s gait is analyzed through real time video recording. We are able to break down the gait cycle and determine the cause of improper gait in walking and running and recommend corrective exercise and treatment.

  9. What is dynamic stretching?

    This type of stretching is taught to athletes at Jonas Chiropractic, it differs from static stretching and essential in injury prevention.

  10. What is Active Recovery?

    It is a non-invasive treatment system used at Jonas Chiropractic to treat acute and chronic injuries. This use of chiropractic, various soft tissue techniques, and kinesiotaping promotes proper rehabilitation and healing.

  11. Are children and teens patients at Jonas Chiropractic?

    Yes, they go through the same injury pattern as adults while doing sports. They respond very well to the techniques utilized at Jonas Chiropractic.

  12. What is the first visit like at Jonas Chiropractic?

    The first will include a consultation, complete examination including Functional Movement Screen and treatment based on the examination.

  13. Are corrective exercises recommended at Jonas Chiropractic?

    Yes, We teach our patients corrective exercises, which are designed just for them. These exercises can be performed in the comfort of their own home.

  14. What is ART treatment like?

    Every ART treatment is actually a combination of examination and treatment. Drs. Jonas use their hands to evaluate the texture, tightness and movement of muscles, fascia, tendons, ligaments and nerves. Combining precisely directed tension with very specific patient movements is how we treat abnormal tissue.

Our Philosophy

Correct the cause of your pain. If you are a runner, we must take into account your gait, an ice skater, your core and ankle stability, a volleyball player, your ability to absorb the pressure of high velocity jumping, a horseback rider, the strength in your adductors and how they balance with their opposing muscles. We begin by understanding what you do.

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