Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Trusted Chiropractor in Hampstead, NH
MacFarland Chiropractic has been serving the greater Hampstead area for over a decade, dedicated to providing natural corrective care that promotes optimal health. Our practice focuses on identifying and addressing the root causes of health issues through chiropractic adjustments rather than merely treating symptoms. We utilize a range of proven techniques including Palmer Package, Diversified, Thompson Drop, and Activator methods to correct spinal and joint subluxations. Our mission is to create a healthier community by restoring the body's innate healing capabilities through precise, gentle adjustments. With a strong emphasis on family values, we treat every patient as part of our extended family, ensuring personalized care tailored to individual needs.Our team combines extensive education from institutions like Palmer College of Chiropractic with deep local roots to deliver expert care. We maintain transparent communication with patients about treatment plans, diagnostic findings, and health goals. Our facility offers convenient hours and easy accessibility for patients seeking both acute and long-term wellness solutions. We accept major insurance providers while maintaining affordable out-of-pocket rates for those preferring direct payment. By focusing on spinal screenings, comprehensive examinations, and targeted adjustments, we help patients achieve improved mobility, reduced pain, and enhanced overall well-being.
Services
Spinal Screenings
Chiropractic Examinations
Adjustments
Palmer Technique
Activator Method
Pediatric Care
Posture Analysis
X-ray Diagnostics
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- 10 years of dedicated service to the Hampstead community
- Doctorate-trained chiropractor with multiple adjusting technique certifications
- Comprehensive diagnostic process including posture analysis and range-of-motion testing
- Accepts major insurance providers while maintaining affordable self-pay rates
- Family-centered approach treating patients as extended family members
Services
Spinal Screenings
Our comprehensive spinal screenings identify subluxations through physical examination and palpation. This diagnostic process determines if chiropractic care can address your specific health concerns. Screenings help establish whether further examination or specialist referral is needed for optimal treatment outcomes.
Chiropractic Examinations
Detailed examinations combine case history, orthopedic testing, posture analysis, and range-of-motion assessments. We may order X-rays when necessary to create personalized treatment plans based on precise diagnostic findings and prognosis.
Chiropractic Adjustments
Our adjustments correct spinal and joint misalignments using multiple techniques including Diversified, Thompson Drop, and Activator methods. These safe, gentle corrections improve nerve function, range of motion, and natural healing capabilities.
Palmer Technique
This specialized technique focuses on precise spinal adjustments targeting vertebral subluxations. Developed by chiropractic pioneers, it emphasizes accurate correction of nerve interference through controlled manual adjustments.
Pediatric Chiropractic
Gentle chiropractic care for children addresses developmental concerns and promotes healthy growth. Our techniques adapt to young patients' needs, supporting proper spinal alignment and nervous system function from infancy through adolescence.
People
Dr. Craig MacFarland
Doctor of Chiropractic
A Hampstead native, Dr. MacFarland earned his chiropractic doctorate from Palmer College after studying therapeutic recreation at UNH. He employs multiple adjustment techniques to serve patients of all ages.
Questions
What chiropractic techniques do you use?
We utilize Palmer Package, Diversified, Thompson Drop, Cox Flexion/Distraction, Activator, and pediatric techniques tailored to each patient's needs.
Do you accept health insurance?
Yes, we accept Anthem/BCBS, Harvard Pilgrim, and Cigna insurance plans while maintaining affordable rates for self-pay patients.
What happens during a first visit?
Initial visits include spinal screening, comprehensive examination, and diagnostic testing to create personalized treatment plans addressing your specific health goals.
Are chiropractic adjustments safe?
Yes, our adjustments are safe, gentle, and effective for patients of all ages when performed by our trained chiropractor.
How long are appointments?
Initial consultations typically take 45-60 minutes, while follow-up adjustments usually require 15-30 minutes based on individual treatment plans.
What conditions do you treat?
We address various musculoskeletal issues including back pain, neck pain, headaches, and posture problems through subluxation correction and wellness care.
