Business Details
Your Trusted Chiropractor in Silver Spring, MD
Altacare Chiropractic & Rehabilitation has dedicated itself to providing comprehensive chiropractic and rehabilitative healthcare services to residents of Silver Spring and surrounding communities. Our practice combines traditional chiropractic adjustments with physical therapy modalities to address chronic pain, sports injuries, auto accident injuries, and other musculoskeletal conditions. With a focus on personalized treatment plans, we utilize diversified techniques including SOT, Activator, and Thompson drop methods to restore joint mobility and spinal alignment. Our team employs therapeutic ultrasound, electrical muscle stimulation, and rehabilitative exercises to enhance healing and improve patient outcomes. We prioritize patient education and preventive care, emphasizing natural healing approaches without unnecessary supplements or products.Our convenient downtown location and evening hours accommodate busy schedules while maintaining a peaceful, patient-centered environment. Dr. Shane Cradic brings specialized expertise in chiropractic neurology and injury treatment, supported by post-graduate education in sports and auto accident injuries. We maintain active collaborations with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care solutions. Our commitment to quality has earned consistent positive feedback from patients and professional referrals from fellow practitioners. This dedication to excellence continues to establish us as a trusted resource for chiropractic care in the DC metropolitan area.
Services
Chiropractic Care
Back Pain Treatment
Neck Pain Treatment
Auto Injury Treatment
Sports Injury Treatment
Sciatica Treatment
Shoulder Treatment
Therapeutic Ultrasound
Electrical Muscle Stimulation
Rehabilitative Exercises
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized treatment plans combining chiropractic care with physical therapy modalities
- Our doctor holds advanced training in chiropractic neurology and injury-specific treatments
- We utilize multiple adjustment techniques including SOT, Activator, and Thompson drop methods
- Our practice maintains evening hours to accommodate working professionals' schedules
- We focus on natural healing without aggressive product sales or unnecessary supplements
Associations and certifications
- National Board of Chiropractic Examiners
What people say
Best Chiropractor I've seen
Significant improvement in pain
Peaceful relaxing environment
Doesn't try to sell supplements
Established accurate diagnosis
Services
Chiropractic Care
Our chiropractic care focuses on restoring proper joint mobility and spinal alignment through manual adjustments. We use diversified techniques to address musculoskeletal imbalances affecting the nervous system. Patients receive customized treatment plans combining spinal manipulation with complementary therapies for optimal healing outcomes.
Auto Injury Treatment
Specialized treatment for auto accident injuries addresses whiplash, spinal misalignments, and soft tissue damage. Our protocols combine chiropractic adjustments with therapeutic ultrasound to reduce inflammation and accelerate recovery. We document injuries thoroughly for insurance purposes while focusing on restoring functional mobility.
Therapeutic Ultrasound
Therapeutic ultrasound uses high-frequency sound waves to penetrate deep tissues, breaking down scar tissue and increasing blood flow. This modality effectively treats chronic conditions and acute injuries by reducing muscle spasms and promoting cellular healing. Sessions typically last 5-10 minutes as part of comprehensive treatment plans.
Electrical Muscle Stimulation
Electrical muscle stimulation delivers targeted impulses to relax tense muscles and stimulate endorphin production. This non-invasive treatment effectively manages both acute and chronic pain by interrupting pain signals to the brain. We integrate EMS with manual therapies for enhanced pain relief outcomes.
Rehabilitative Exercises
Customized rehabilitative exercise programs use resistance bands, balance boards, and exercise balls to improve strength and flexibility. Our low-tech approach focuses on functional movements that patients can continue at home. These exercises complement manual adjustments to maintain long-term musculoskeletal health.
People
Dr. Shane Cradic
Chiropractor
Dr. Shane Cradic, a Maryland native, earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Life University. Certified by the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners, he specializes in treating sports injuries, auto accidents, and neurological conditions. With post-graduate training in chiropractic neurology, he brings over 15 years of combined experience to Silver Spring patients.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We treat back pain, neck pain, headaches, sports injuries, auto accident injuries, sciatica, and shoulder pain using chiropractic adjustments and physical therapy modalities.
What chiropractic techniques do you use?
We employ diversified adjustments, SOT, Activator, Thompson drop techniques, and myofascial release to address spinal misalignments and musculoskeletal imbalances.
Do you accept insurance?
Please contact our office directly to verify current insurance acceptance policies and payment options for chiropractic care services.
What should I expect during my first visit?
Your initial visit includes a comprehensive assessment, spinal examination, and discussion of your health history to create a personalized treatment plan.
Are evening appointments available?
Yes, we offer evening appointments Monday-Thursday until 7:00 PM to accommodate working professionals' schedules.
How long are treatment sessions?
Initial consultations last 45-60 minutes, while follow-up adjustment sessions typically require 15-30 minutes depending on treatment complexity.
