Question 1

What makes Upper Cervical chiropractic different from traditional chiropractic?

Accepted Answer

Upper Cervical chiropractic focuses specifically on the relationship between the top two vertebrae (the atlas and axis) and the brainstem. Adjustments are calculated with millimeter precision using specialized objective assessments and delivered with a gentle touch. There is no twisting, cracking, or popping of the spine.

Question 2

Is prenatal chiropractic care safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Yes, prenatal chiropractic is exceptionally gentle and safe. Our clinic utilizes ICPA Webster Certified care, which employs specialized supportive pelvic positioning and gentle pelvic adjustments to relieve sacral stress and intrauterine tension without applying pressure to the abdomen.

Question 3

What should I expect during my first visit to Flowstate NYC?

Accepted Answer

Your first visit includes a detailed consultation regarding your health history, a neuro-postural assessment, digital infrared thermographic scans, and specialized upper cervical postural analysis. We do not guess with your nervous system—every finding is measured before any adjustment is made.

Question 4

Do you take insurance?

Accepted Answer

We are an out-of-network provider so that we can deliver the highest standard of individualized, uncompromised precision care. We provide detailed itemized superbills which you can submit directly to your insurance provider for potential out-of-network reimbursement.

Question 5

How many visits are typically required to stabilize an Upper Cervical correction?

Accepted Answer

Our primary clinical objective is "holding is healing." Unlike traditional clinics requiring 3 visits per week for months, Upper Cervical care focuses on getting the alignment to lock and hold. Most patients begin with an evaluation phase of 1–2 holding checks per week for the first 4 weeks, with visits spacing out rapidly to monthly wellness checks as the cervical ligaments strengthen.

Question 6

Will my neck be cracked or twisted during an adjustment?

Accepted Answer

Never. FlowState NYC utilizes precision Upper Cervical chiropractic care, which is completely non-rotational. There is zero twisting, cracking, or aggressive popping of the spine. The correction is delivered with gentle, specific contact while you rest comfortably.

Question 7

What is Paraspinal Infrared Thermography and why is it performed on every visit?

Accepted Answer

Paraspinal thermography is an objective, computerized scan using Tytron infrared sensors that measures heat differentials along your spine. Because temperature symmetry reflects autonomic nervous system balance, the scan tells Dr. Goodman with mathematical certainty whether your nerve system is clear or if an adjustment is needed on that day.

Question 8

Can children and infants safely receive chiropractic care?

Accepted Answer

Yes, absolutely. Pediatric adjustments are exceptionally gentle—the amount of pressure used is comparable to checking the ripeness of a tomato. Dr. Goodman is ICPA trained and provides specialized pediatric care to address birth strain, colic, torticollis, nursing difficulties, and postural development.

Question 9

How do Superbills work for out-of-network insurance reimbursement?

Accepted Answer

We are an out-of-network clinic to ensure our clinical decisions are dictated solely by your health needs rather than insurance company restrictions. Following each visit, our system automatically provides an itemized Superbill with diagnostic ICD-10 and CPT codes that you can submit directly to your carrier or HSA/FSA for reimbursement.

Question 10

What should I wear to my initial consultation and examination?

Accepted Answer

We recommend comfortable, loose-fitting clothing such as athletic wear, t-shirts, or leggings. Please avoid heavy metal jewelry, hairpins, or shirts with thick plastic collars, as these can interfere with paraspinal thermography sensors and neurological evaluation.

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