FAQ

Naprapathy comes from the Czech word Napravit, meaning to correct and the Greek word pathos meaning suffering.  Naprapathy, also known as Naprpathic Medicine is a natural form of medicine that uses gentle hands-on approach, adjunctive therapies such as cryotherapy, thermotherapy, hydrotherapy, laser therapy, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, etc., along with nutritional counseling and supplements to correct suffering to muscles, tendons, and ligaments caused my Connective Tissue Disorders, life style and diet. 

Both a Naprapath and Chiropractor uses manual medicine to treat the spine and vertebrae, however Naprapathy focuses more on soft tissue manipulation. 

Both a Naprapath and Massage Therapist focus on soft tissue manipulation, however, a Naprapath is doctor, who has a larger scope of practice. S/he can treat the spine and use other modalities such nutritional counseling, supplements and assistive devices to help patients’ bodies get in alignment.

Some common conditions include:

• Back pain
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Fibromyalagia
• Headaches
• Joint pain
• Muscle spasms 
• Neck pain
• Repetitive Motion Syndrome
• Sciatica
• Shoulder pain
• Strains/Sprains 

  Currently naprapathic treatments and massage therapy are covered by insurance.

We currently accept Aetna, Blue Cross, Blue Shield (BCBS), Cigna, Optum Pay VA and United Health Care but check and verify your coverage with your insurance company. 

Talk to your doctor at the VA about your situation and get his or her approval, then talk with your community care network case manager who will send  the referral.  You can expect to receive at least 12 visits.  

Prior to the initial naprapathic or massage  visit you need to make sure your insurance covers the service(s) and have already completed the intake form. During the first visit, we will review your answers, do a pre-assessment, you will receive your treatment, do a brief post-assessment, answer any question you may have and schedule the next visit. 

Prior to the initial wellness coaching  visit you need to make sure you have completed the intake form and assessment. During the first visit, we will make introductions, review the roles, expectations and your answers, followed by our coaching session and developing a treatment plan.