Frequently Asked Questions

Advanced BioStructural Correction (ABC) is a chiropractic technique developed to address the structural root causes of pain, poor posture, and reduced mobility. Unlike traditional chiropractic adjustments that focus on realigning individual vertebrae, ABC works by identifying and correcting bones that have shifted in directions the body cannot self-correct — specifically, bones that have moved forward in the body.

When bones shift forward, the body is forced to compensate by tightening muscles and altering posture to prevent you from falling forward. Over time, these compensations stack up, leading to chronic pain, hunching, spinal degeneration, and a wide range of symptoms throughout the body. ABC systematically unwinds these layers of compensation, session by session, restoring your body to its natural upright alignment.

One of the most remarkable things about ABC is that results are often visible immediately after the first session. Patients frequently notice improved posture, easier breathing, reduced pain, and a sense of their body “unwinding” as layers of tension release. Over a course of care, many patients experience dramatic improvements in conditions they had accepted as permanent — from back and neck pain to headaches, sciatica, shoulder problems, and more.

At SpringBack Chiropractic, Dr. Bain is specially trained and highly experienced in ABC technique. He has seen this approach help patients who had tried everything else without lasting results. If you are ready to experience what a truly structural approach to chiropractic care can do, call us at (623) 294-6564 or book your first visit.

The cost of chiropractic care in Surprise, AZ varies depending on the type of services, the complexity of your condition, and whether you are using insurance or paying out of pocket. At SpringBack Chiropractic, we believe that quality, root-cause chiropractic care should be accessible, and we work with patients to find a payment path that fits their situation.

A typical initial consultation and exam is priced differently from follow-up adjustment visits, and specialized services such as Nutrition Response Testing, Emotion Code, Cold Laser Therapy, and Endonasal Correction may have separate fees. During your first visit, Dr. Bain will discuss all costs transparently before any services are rendered so there are never any surprises.

Many of our patients find that investing in structural chiropractic care actually reduces their overall healthcare spending over time — fewer medications, fewer specialist visits, and less time lost to chronic pain. We encourage you to think of care at SpringBack Chiropractic as an investment in your long-term health, not just a short-term fix.

To get specific pricing information or to learn about our current new-patient specials, call us at (623) 294-6564 or schedule a consultation. Our team is happy to walk you through your options and help you understand the value of what we offer before you commit to anything.

SpringBack Chiropractic works with many major insurance plans to help make chiropractic care affordable for patients in Surprise and the surrounding West Valley. We recommend calling our office at (623) 294-6564 to confirm whether your specific plan is accepted and to understand what your benefits cover before your first visit.

It is important to know that some of our most impactful services — including Nutrition Response Testing, Emotion Code, Body Code, Belief Code, and certain specialized techniques — may not be covered by standard health insurance plans, as these are considered holistic or functional health services. However, many patients find these services to be among the most valuable parts of their care.

For services not covered by insurance, we offer flexible payment options and can work with you to structure a care plan that aligns with your budget. We also accept HSA and FSA cards for eligible chiropractic services.

We will always provide a clear breakdown of any costs before treatment begins, so you can make fully informed decisions about your care. To verify your benefits or ask about payment options, give us a call at (623) 294-6564 or book your consultation.

Your first visit to SpringBack Chiropractic is designed to give Dr. Bain a thorough understanding of your health history, your current concerns, and your goals — so he can build a care plan that is right for you.

What happens during your first appointment:

1. Health intake — You will complete a health history form covering your current symptoms, past injuries, surgeries, medications, and lifestyle factors. This gives us important context before your exam.

2. Consultation — Dr. Bain will sit down with you to discuss your concerns in detail. He takes time to actually listen — this is not a rushed five-minute office visit.

3. Structural assessment — Dr. Bain will evaluate your posture, spinal alignment, and structural compensations using the ABC framework. He will identify which bones are out of position and in what direction.

4. Additional assessments (if indicated) — Depending on your concerns, the first visit may also include Nutrition Response Testing, which uses applied kinesiology to identify nutritional deficiencies, organ stress, or food sensitivities.

5. Your first adjustment — In most cases, Dr. Bain will perform your first ABC adjustment during the initial visit. Many patients feel a noticeable difference immediately.

6. Care plan discussion — Before you leave, Dr. Bain will explain what he found and outline a recommended care plan, including how many visits you may need and what to expect over time.

Plan for your first visit to take approximately 45 to 60 minutes. Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing. To schedule, call (623) 294-6564 or book online.

The number of chiropractic visits you will need depends on several factors: how long you have had the problem, the severity of your structural issues, your age, your overall health, and how well your body responds to care.

At SpringBack Chiropractic, we do not use a one-size-fits-all visit protocol. Dr. Bain evaluates each patient individually and recommends only the care that is clinically warranted. Here is a general framework for how care typically progresses:

Initial relief phase — Most new patients see us two to three times per week for the first few weeks. During this phase, the goal is to stabilize your structure, reduce pain and inflammation, and begin unwinding the compensations that have built up over time.

Corrective phase — As your body responds and holds its corrections longer, visits typically reduce to once or twice per week. This phase focuses on completing the structural changes and addressing underlying health factors.

Wellness phase — Many patients choose to continue with periodic maintenance care (once or twice per month) once they have achieved their health goals. Regular check-ups help prevent re-injury and keep your structure aligned as you maintain an active life.

Some patients with acute, uncomplicated problems improve in just a handful of visits. Others with long-standing, complex issues may benefit from a longer course of care. Dr. Bain will be straightforward with you about what he expects and will regularly reassess your progress. You are always in control of your care decisions.

Ready to get started? Call (623) 294-6564 or book your first visit.

Yes. Chiropractic care is one of the safest forms of healthcare available for musculoskeletal conditions. It is a non-invasive, drug-free approach with an excellent safety record compared to surgery and long-term medication use.

Serious adverse events from chiropractic adjustments are extremely rare. The most common side effect is temporary muscle soreness after an adjustment — similar to the soreness you might feel after starting a new exercise. This typically resolves within 24 to 48 hours.

At SpringBack Chiropractic, Dr. Bain conducts a thorough health history and structural assessment before beginning any care. This evaluation allows him to identify any contraindications and tailor the approach to your specific situation. The ABC technique used at SpringBack is particularly precise — it only adjusts bones that need to be corrected, and only in the direction the body can accept.

Specialized services like Cold Laser Therapy are completely non-invasive with no known side effects. Nutrition Response Testing and Emotion Code are gentle, non-manipulative assessments that carry essentially no physical risk.

If you have specific health concerns — such as osteoporosis, recent fractures, or a history of spinal surgery — please mention these during your intake. Dr. Bain will discuss any special considerations and modify your care as needed to ensure your safety.

Chiropractic care is also safe and effective for children, pregnant women, and older adults when performed by a qualified practitioner. If you have questions about whether chiropractic is right for you, call us at (623) 294-6564 and we will be happy to discuss your situation.

The Emotion Code is an energy healing technique developed by Dr. Bradley Nelson, designed to identify and release “trapped emotions” — negative emotional energies from past experiences that become lodged in the body’s energy field. According to this system, trapped emotions can disrupt the body’s natural energy flow, contributing to physical pain, chronic conditions, anxiety, and emotional blocks.

At SpringBack Chiropractic, Dr. Bain is trained and certified in the Emotion Code, as well as the related Body Code and Belief Code systems, which expand on this work to address a wider range of energetic imbalances.

How does a session work?

Emotion Code sessions use muscle testing (applied kinesiology) as a form of biofeedback. Dr. Bain will ask your body yes/no questions while applying gentle pressure to your arm to gauge the muscle’s response. This process helps identify which trapped emotions are present and where they may be contributing to your symptoms.

Once identified, trapped emotions are released using a simple technique involving a magnet drawn along the governing meridian of the body (the spine). Many patients report feeling an immediate sense of lightness, relief, or emotional release during or after the session.

What conditions can it help?

Patients seek Emotion Code work for a wide range of concerns, including chronic pain that does not respond to physical treatments, anxiety, grief, relationship difficulties, low energy, and even some physical conditions that have an emotional component.

The Emotion Code is gentle, non-invasive, and can be performed in person or remotely. To learn more or schedule a session, call (623) 294-6564 or book online.

Nutrition Response Testing (NRT) is a non-invasive system of analyzing the body to determine the underlying causes of poor health — and what nutritional support the body needs to restore and maintain optimal function. It was developed by Dr. Freddie Ulan and is based on the principle that the body has an innate intelligence that can communicate its needs when properly assessed.

At SpringBack Chiropractic, Dr. Bain uses NRT to help patients who are dealing with chronic fatigue, digestive issues, hormonal imbalances, immune dysfunction, food sensitivities, weight challenges, and other complex health concerns that conventional medicine has not been able to resolve.

How does Nutrition Response Testing work?

The testing uses applied kinesiology — muscle response testing — as a feedback mechanism. Dr. Bain will place his hand or a nutritional supplement over specific reflex points on your body while gently testing the strength of your arm. A strong muscle response indicates a healthy organ or system; a weak response suggests an area of stress or nutritional deficiency.

This process allows Dr. Bain to map out which organs and systems are under stress, identify whether the stressors include heavy metals, food sensitivities, environmental toxins, immune challenges, or nutritional deficiencies, and determine exactly which whole-food-based nutritional supplements your body needs to correct those imbalances.

What can I expect from NRT?

Most patients receive a personalized nutritional protocol based on their test results. Many report significant improvements in energy, digestion, sleep, mood, and pain levels as they follow their customized supplement plan. Unlike guesswork-based supplementation, NRT targets your body’s specific needs at this point in time — and protocols are updated as your health improves.

To find out if Nutrition Response Testing is right for you, call (623) 294-6564 or schedule a consultation at SpringBack Chiropractic.

Cold laser therapy — also called low-level laser therapy (LLLT) or photobiomodulation — is a non-invasive treatment that uses specific wavelengths of light to stimulate healing at the cellular level. Unlike surgical lasers, cold lasers do not generate heat and do not cut or damage tissue. Instead, they deliver light energy that is absorbed by the cells, triggering a cascade of biological responses that reduce inflammation, accelerate tissue repair, and relieve pain.

At SpringBack Chiropractic, Dr. Bain incorporates cold laser therapy as a complementary tool to enhance chiropractic adjustments and support the body’s natural healing process.

What conditions does cold laser therapy treat?

Cold laser therapy has been studied and used clinically for a wide range of conditions, including:

• Acute and chronic back pain
• Neck pain and whiplash injuries
• Shoulder, knee, and joint pain
• Muscle strains and sprains
• Tendinitis and bursitis
• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• Neuropathy and nerve pain
• Wound healing and soft tissue injuries
• Headaches and migraines

What does a cold laser treatment feel like?

Cold laser therapy is completely painless and takes only a few minutes per area treated. Most patients feel nothing during the session, though some notice a mild warming sensation. There is no downtime, no side effects, and no recovery period needed.

Many patients see significant improvements in pain and function after just a few sessions. Cold laser therapy is often combined with chiropractic adjustments at SpringBack Chiropractic for faster, more complete results.

To learn whether cold laser therapy is right for your condition, call (623) 294-6564 or book an appointment.

Endonasal correction — also known as endonasal cranial correction, Bilateral Nasal Specific (BNS) technique, or nasal balloon technique — is a specialized procedure that gently adjusts the bones of the cranium (skull) from the inside out by briefly inflating a small balloon inside the nasal passages. This technique targets the sphenoid bone, a central bone of the skull that articulates with many other cranial bones and influences the entire structure of the head and upper spine.

When cranial bones become misaligned or compressed — often from head trauma, birth stress, jaw problems, or chronic structural imbalances — it can contribute to a surprising range of symptoms. Endonasal correction helps restore proper cranial motion and alignment.

What conditions can endonasal correction help?

At SpringBack Chiropractic, Dr. Bain has used endonasal correction to help patients with:

• Vertigo and dizziness
• Chronic headaches and migraines
• Sinus congestion and breathing difficulties
• Sleep apnea
• Traumatic brain injury sequelae
• Head pressure and brain fog
• TMJ dysfunction
• Post-concussion syndrome
• Facial pain and asymmetry

What does the procedure feel like?

The procedure is brief — each inflation lasts only a fraction of a second. Most patients describe a feeling of pressure and then a sensation of the sinuses and skull “opening up.” Some patients notice immediate improvements in breathing, head pressure, and clarity. A mild sensation of congestion or pressure in the sinuses may follow for a few hours.

Endonasal correction is a safe, effective, and often dramatic intervention for the right patients. To find out if it is appropriate for your condition, call (623) 294-6564 or schedule a consultation.

Yes — chiropractic care can be highly effective for certain types of vertigo, particularly when the underlying cause is related to the cervical spine (neck), cranial bone misalignment, or upper cervical joint dysfunction.

Vertigo is the sensation that you or the world around you is spinning or moving. It can be debilitating, making it difficult to drive, work, or even stand without holding onto something. While the most common cause is Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV), many cases of vertigo have a cervicogenic (neck-related) or cranial component that chiropractic care can directly address.

How can chiropractic help vertigo?

• Cervical spine adjustments — Misalignments in the upper cervical spine (particularly C1 and C2) can disrupt the proprioceptive signals sent to the brain about head position, contributing to dizziness and vertigo. Correcting these misalignments often provides significant relief.

• Endonasal correction — At SpringBack Chiropractic, Dr. Bain has helped numerous patients with vertigo using the endonasal correction technique, which adjusts the cranial bones including the sphenoid. This can have a profound effect on vestibular function and balance.

• ABC structural correction — By addressing overall spinal alignment and postural compensations, ABC technique reduces mechanical stress on the nervous system and vestibular pathways.

One of our patients, Robert M., reported that his months-long vertigo completely resolved after a few sessions of endonasal correction and adjustments at SpringBack Chiropractic — when nothing in traditional medicine had helped.

If you are suffering from vertigo in the Surprise area, we encourage you to call (623) 294-6564 or book a consultation to find out whether chiropractic care is right for your situation.

Yes. Sciatica is one of the most common conditions that chiropractic care successfully addresses. At SpringBack Chiropractic, Dr. Bain has helped many patients in Surprise and across the West Valley find lasting relief from sciatica — without surgery or long-term reliance on pain medication.

What is sciatica?

Sciatica refers to pain that travels along the path of the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back through the hips and buttocks and down each leg. It typically affects one side of the body and can cause sharp, shooting pain, burning sensations, numbness, tingling, or muscle weakness in the leg and foot. The pain can range from mild to severe and may be constant or intermittent.

Sciatica is most commonly caused by a herniated disc, bone spur, or structural compression of the nerve root in the lower lumbar spine (L4-S1). It can also result from piriformis syndrome, where the piriformis muscle in the buttock irritates or compresses the sciatic nerve.

How does chiropractic treat sciatica?

The goal of chiropractic care for sciatica is to identify and correct the structural cause of nerve compression — not just manage the pain.

• ABC adjustments — Dr. Bain’s Advanced BioStructural Correction approach identifies the specific bones causing nerve impingement and corrects them precisely, often producing immediate relief of sciatic symptoms.

• Decompression techniques — Targeted adjustments create space between vertebrae, reducing pressure on the disc and nerve root.

• Postural correction — Correcting the compensatory patterns that put chronic stress on the lumbar spine prevents recurrence.

Most patients with sciatica begin to see improvement within a few visits. Chronic or severe cases may take longer, but the goal is always full correction — not just symptom management. Call (623) 294-6564 or schedule your visit to get started.

Chiropractors and physical therapists both treat musculoskeletal conditions, but their training, philosophy, and methods are quite different. Understanding the distinction can help you choose the right care for your situation.

Chiropractors (D.C.)

Chiropractors are doctoral-level clinicians who complete four years of chiropractic college following undergraduate education, totaling approximately 8 years of study. Chiropractic care focuses primarily on the diagnosis and correction of spinal and structural misalignments, with the philosophy that proper alignment of the spine and nervous system is foundational to overall health.

Chiropractic adjustments restore proper joint motion, reduce nerve interference, and allow the body to function and heal as it was designed to. Advanced techniques like ABC go further, systematically correcting structural compensations that cause chronic pain and postural decline.

At SpringBack Chiropractic, chiropractic is also integrated with holistic services like Nutrition Response Testing and Emotion Code, addressing the physical, nutritional, and energetic dimensions of health simultaneously.

Physical Therapists (P.T.)

Physical therapists hold a doctorate in physical therapy (D.P.T.) and specialize in rehabilitating injuries and improving movement through exercise, stretching, manual therapy, and modalities like ultrasound. Physical therapy excels at post-surgical rehabilitation, retraining movement patterns, and strengthening muscles around an injured area.

When to choose chiropractic:

• Chronic or recurrent back and neck pain
• Posture problems and structural imbalances
• Headaches, migraines, and vertigo
• Sciatica and nerve pain
• Conditions not responding to exercise-based approaches
• Whole-body, root-cause health concerns

When both work together:

For many patients, chiropractic and physical therapy are complementary. Chiropractic corrects the structural foundation; physical therapy builds strength and stability around it.

To learn how SpringBack Chiropractic can help your specific condition, call (623) 294-6564 or book a consultation.

Yes. SpringBack Chiropractic welcomes patients of all ages, including infants, children, and teenagers. In fact, Dr. Bain believes that one of the most powerful times to begin chiropractic care is during childhood, when the spine is still developing and structural corrections have a compounding positive effect over a lifetime.

Why do children need chiropractic care?

Children’s spines can sustain stress from a surprisingly early age. The birth process itself — especially with interventions like forceps, vacuum extraction, or C-section — can cause misalignments in the upper cervical spine that go undetected for years. As children grow, falls, sports injuries, heavy backpacks, screen posture, and normal childhood activity can all contribute to spinal stress.

Children do not always express this as pain. Instead, they may exhibit:

• Frequent ear infections or immune challenges
• Colic, reflux, or digestive issues in infants
• Sleep disturbances
• Behavioral issues or difficulty concentrating
• Postural changes or uneven shoulder/hip height
• Headaches

Is chiropractic safe for children?

Absolutely. Pediatric chiropractic adjustments are very gentle — significantly lighter than those performed on adults. Dr. Bain adjusts his technique to be appropriate for each child’s age and size. The pressure used for an infant adjustment is comparable to the pressure you would use to check the ripeness of a tomato.

At SpringBack Chiropractic, we love working with young patients and seeing the long-term health benefits that early structural correction provides. To schedule an appointment for your child, call (623) 294-6564 or book online.

SpringBack Chiropractic is located in Surprise, Arizona and proudly serves patients from throughout the West Valley. Our central location makes us easily accessible to residents from a wide range of nearby communities.

We regularly see patients from:

• Surprise, AZ — Our home community. We are a trusted local chiropractor for Surprise families and individuals.
• Peoria, AZ — Just east of Surprise, many Peoria residents make the short drive for Dr. Bain’s specialized care.
• Glendale, AZ — Patients from Glendale find that the results at SpringBack Chiropractic are worth the trip.
• Goodyear, AZ — Goodyear residents seeking ABC chiropractic and natural health services visit us regularly.
• Sun City West, AZ — Many of our patients from Sun City West benefit from Dr. Bain’s gentle, effective approach for age-related spinal concerns.
• Sun City, AZ — Sun City residents appreciate the comprehensive, whole-health care available at SpringBack Chiropractic.
• El Mirage, AZ — Patients from El Mirage are right next door to our Surprise clinic.
• Buckeye, AZ — Buckeye residents seeking specialized chiropractic care, Nutrition Response Testing, or Emotion Code travel to see Dr. Bain.
• Litchfield Park, AZ — SpringBack Chiropractic is a convenient destination for Litchfield Park families looking for root-cause health care.
• Waddell, AZ — Waddell patients are welcome and many have become long-term members of the SpringBack community.

If you are in the greater West Valley Phoenix metro area and looking for advanced chiropractic care, natural health services, or a chiropractor who takes the time to address the root causes of your health challenges — SpringBack Chiropractic is here for you.

Call us at (623) 294-6564 or book your appointment online. We look forward to serving you.