When you come into a chiropractic office, your main goal is usually simple: you want to feel better. Whether you’re dealing with back pain, neck pain, headaches, or another issue, you want relief—and you want it fast. But before starting adjustments, there’s a critical step that often gets overlooked in some offices: taking x-rays.
At CORE Chiropractic, we believe x-rays are essential. In fact, we don’t start care without them. Why? Because without x-rays, your chiropractor is essentially guessing. With x-rays, we know exactly what’s going on with your spine and how to help you safely and effectively.
In the video below, I explain why x-rays are so important before beginning chiropractic care.
1. X-Rays Show Potential Dangers
One of the biggest risks of adjusting without x-rays is missing something serious. Issues like fractures, degeneration, disc problems, or even congenital conditions can’t always be detected just by looking at posture or feeling the spine.
Without x-rays, a chiropractor may unknowingly adjust an area that shouldn’t be moved at all, which can create setbacks instead of progress. By taking x-rays first, we can rule out red flags and ensure it’s safe to begin care.
2. X-Rays Reveal How Bad the Problem Is
Pain doesn’t always tell the whole story. Two people might come in with the same complaint—say, low back pain—but the cause of their problem could be completely different. One may have a mild misalignment, while the other has advanced arthritis or disc degeneration.
X-rays allow us to see the severity of the problem. That way, we can give you a realistic idea of what it will take to correct it, how long it may take, and what results you can expect. Without this information, both you and your chiropractor are left in the dark.
3. X-Rays Guide Our Adjustments
At CORE Chiropractic, x-rays aren’t just a safety step—they’re the blueprint for your care. Every adjustment we do is guided by what we see on your films. This allows us to be precise, gentle, and effective.
Instead of applying the same approach to everyone, we tailor your care plan to your unique spine. That means better results, faster progress, and greater confidence that we’re addressing the real cause of your problem—not just the symptoms.
Why We Never Skip X-Rays
Skipping x-rays might save time on the front end, but it comes at a cost. Without them, you risk receiving care that’s incomplete, less effective, or even unsafe. With them, you and your chiropractor both have clarity about your condition and a plan that’s built on facts, not assumptions.
👉 In the video below, I walk you through exactly why x-rays are such an important first step in chiropractic care and how we use them to guide every adjustment at CORE Chiropractic. Watch now to see why this step makes all the difference.