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Madison Ridge Chiropractic

1096 Erikson Drive

Rexburg, ID 83440 US

208-656-3205

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Chiropractic doctors practice natural, drugless, non-invasive health care and rely on the body's ability to self-heal. Sounds ideal, but just how does it work?

We look at the whole picture

Like other health-care providers, we follow a standard routine to gain information about the patient. We consult, review the case history, conduct a physical examination, and we may request laboratory analyses and/or x-rays. Unlike other health-care providers, however, chiropractic physicians also conduct a careful analysis of the patient's structure and pay particular attention to the spine. We also ask you about your life- Do you eat well? Exercise at all? How do you deal with stress? Do you have children? What do you do for work? And so on.

We seek the origin of the problem

Using this information, a diagnosis is made. Included in the diagnosis is the probable reason for your pain or discomfort. It is important to note that chiropractors seek the origin of the illness in order to eliminate it-we do not simply treat the symptoms.  If your roof is leaking, do you simply catch the drips in a bucket for years on end, or do you repair the roof to prevent it from leaking? Similarly, if the migraine headache you've had all week is being caused by misaligned vertebra and an irritated nerve, do you continue to take pain killers indefinitely, or do you realign the vertebra to prevent the pain? You get the picture.

We fix the origin of the problem

Chiropractors have a term for misalignments: subluxations. A vertebral subluxation is a misalignment of the bones that protect the spinal cord. It's a leak in the roof. Or a kink in the wiring of your nervous system.  The severity of the subluxation can vary, and there are a number of potential contributing factors that can be physical, emotional, mental, or chemical. The subluxation can be caused by any number of incidents, from birth trauma to an auto accident to simple repetition or over-use.

In this section, you will find articles on the mechanics of chiropractic care, its effects, and misconceptions. 

  • Myths & Facts
    Category: About Chiropractic Care, How Does it Work

    Myth #1 - Chiropractors are not real doctors. A chiropractic college grants a D.C. or Doctorate of Chiropractic degree. Chiropractors are licensed as health care providers in every U.S. state and dozens of countries around the world. While the competition for acceptance in chiropractic school is not

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  • Chiropractic Objective
    Category: About Chiropractic Care, How Does it Work

    What truly differentiates doctors of chiropractic from any other healthcare professionals is the fact that chiropractors are the only professionals who are trained to diagnose and treat what are called spinal subluxations. The word "subluxation" comes from the Latin words meaning "somewhat or slight"

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  • Effects of Chiropractic Care
    Category: About Chiropractic Care, How Does it Work

    Wellness requires you to be a proactive agent for your body. You need to treat it well and not wait until you hurt before you decide to take care of it. As we've said before health is not merely the absence of disease any more than wealth is an absence of poverty. Let's remember health is not simply

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    • Auto Accident Injuries
    • Back and Shoulder Pain
    • Body Pain
    • Chronic Disease Relief
    • Conditions Affecting Women
    • Headaches
    • Herniated Discs
    • Improved Health
    • Pediatric Ailments
    • Repetitive Use Injuries
    • Respiratory Function
  • About Chiropractic Care
    • What is Chiropractic
    • How Does it Work
    • Who is Chiropractic For
    • Vertebral Subluxation
    • Wellness Resources
  • Chiropractic Techniques
  • Chiropractic Therapies
  • Life is Motion
  • Healthy Thinking
    • Get Positive
    • Relaxation Techniques
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  • "I went in for a new patient visit today and I was very impressed. I have been around chiropractic offices and have worked for a chiropractor before but I really enjoyed my experience at Madison Ridge Chiropractic today! Dr. White is a great and the staff was very nice and professional!"
    Laura E.
  • "I have been fighting knee trouble for a long time. I finally went in and saw Dr. Nye. He has helped to the point that my knee pain is all but gone when I run. I have been very happy with the results!"
    Tiffany E.
  • "As always, I had a great experience with Madison Ridge staff and doctors today! It feels so good to feel good again. 😁👍"
    Sharee B.
  • "Dr. Nye is fantastic, he has been really great about working with my messed up neck. The staff is wonderful and professional. I tell everyone to come here."
    Jessica S.
  • "Dr. Nye has been the absolute best chiropractor I’ve ever had. He helped adjust me and fix several issues that had been nagging me for months in just two visits. I would recommend Madison Ridge over anywhere I have ever been!"
    Aaron M.
  • "I have been to Dr. White and to Dr. Nye. Both men are very good at what they do, and both care very much about making sure you get better. Both are very personable."
    Diana F.
  • "I’ve been going to Dr. White for over 10 years. He’s so careful with me and always takes away my pain."
    Jeanne N.
  • "Dr. White is who my husband and I see, and he is an amazing person. His adjustments are awesome, I leave feeling great, and he always makes sure that we are okay, even calling after hours to check soreness of muscles. We both love it here!
    the atmosphere as well is wonderful, not stressful, but rather calming and welcoming."
    Savannah W.
  • "Always come home feeling "put back together!""
    Terri C.
  • "Dr Nye and staff are amazing! I was in major pain after an auto accident. Dr Nye solved it. I won’t go anywhere else! In fact all of my family see him when in need."
    Lindee K.
  • "Great office to work with!! All the staff is wonderful!! They have helped me through a pregnancy and past!! Always a joy to work with!!"
    Clerissa F.
  • "Dr. Nye remembers his patients, cares about them, and really helps them. He offers more than just chiropractic care. He has an entire rehabilitation room for rolling out muscles and exercising them. He does a little massage therapy, ultrasound therapy, and electro therapy. He knows his stuff and takes time to address all concerns and questions."
    Annalee H.
  • "Dr. White is amazing. He listens to my concerns and consults with me on the treatment he feels is the best for my situation. He has helped me feel much better with my shoulder pain."
    Bonnie R.
  • "I don't have insurance and they worked with me for affordable visits. The office is clean, bright and friendly. I am very pleased with my treatment and recovery! Just a couple of weeks of therapy using the Graston Technique and I am impressed. Highly recommend them!"
    Chauntel A. | Rexburg, ID

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