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Jonathan Charlestin, D.C.

Chiropractor

Dr. Jonathan Charlestin is a Chiropractor practicing in Rocky Hill, CT. Dr. Charlestin specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating conditions associated with the neuromusculoskeletal system, while improving each patients functionality and quality of life. Conditions treated include sciatica, neck pain, and arthritis pain, among many others. Dr. Charlestin seeks to reduce pain and discomfort through manipulation and adjustment of the spine.
5 years Experience
Jonathan Charlestin, D.C.
  • Rocky Hill, CT
  • UB College of Chiropractic
  • Accepting new patients

Is a chiropractor a real doctor?

Yes Chiropractors are real doctors. Although chiropractors are not medical doctors, we have a doctoral degree. Like many another Doctorate professions (podiatrist, optometrist, READ MORE
Yes Chiropractors are real doctors. Although chiropractors are not medical doctors, we have a doctoral degree. Like many another Doctorate professions (podiatrist, optometrist, dentist) we have an undergraduate degree and a doctoral degree.

Is it ok for a chiropractor to crack your spine?

That crack that your are referring to is actually called an "adjustment," and yes, it is normal for your chiropractor to give you an adjustment. We have extensive training in the READ MORE
That crack that your are referring to is actually called an "adjustment," and yes, it is normal for your chiropractor to give you an adjustment. We have extensive training in the manipulation of the spine.

How long does it take for sciatica to go away?

That all depends on the therapy used. There are a variety of ways to treat sciatica. For conservative care, it would take around 6-12 visits.

Can a chiropractor relieve hip pain?

Yes a chiropractor can help with hip pain. We have a variety of techniques to use to help with your problem.

Do chiropractors treat muscle pain?

Yes, chiropractors specialize in musculoskeletal pain treatment.

Can you get paralyzed from a chiropractor?

Chiropractic adjustments have been proven to be extremely safe and effective. There is a very small risk of a few adverse effects from a chiropractic manipulation. It is the chiropractors READ MORE
Chiropractic adjustments have been proven to be extremely safe and effective. There is a very small risk of a few adverse effects from a chiropractic manipulation. It is the chiropractors job to take a detailed history, ruling out red flags and making sure there are no contraindications before treatment.

Should I go to a chiropractor for my neck pain?

Yes! Chiropractic care has been proven to be a great, conservative care for neck pain!

How should you sleep if you have scoliosis?

This question is a hard question to answer because i do not know how severe your scoliosis is. Scoliotic curves are measured by Cobb angles. Depending on the severity of the scoliosis READ MORE
This question is a hard question to answer because i do not know how severe your scoliosis is. Scoliotic curves are measured by Cobb angles. Depending on the severity of the scoliosis your sleeping position may not matter or have a minimal effect.

What are the risks of chiropractic treatment?

As with everything in medicine there are a few risks with chiropractic care. Complications associated with chiropractic care are extremely rare but may include, a herniated disk READ MORE
As with everything in medicine there are a few risks with chiropractic care. Complications associated with chiropractic care are extremely rare but may include, a herniated disk or worsening of an existing herniated disk, post treatment soreness, or a VAD after neck manipulation ( less than a 1/1,000,000).

Should I have a chiropractic adjustment after playing sports?

Yes! Chiropractic adjustments have proven to be extremely effective before or after playing a sport.