Questions
Before your visit
Short answers before your first visit and after you hold a time. The plan is set in evaluation.
Your appointment
Where is Cary H. Rothenberg?
What are the office hours?
Hours
How do I book?
Choose the evaluation and hold on
Or confirm on WhatsApp.
How do I change or cancel my appointment?
To reschedule or cancel, write us with your name on
Before your first visit
What treatments are there?
Spine and knee evaluation, non-surgical decompression, adjustment, and physiotherapy. Price and session time on each catalog row.
What is non-surgical decompression?
Computerized traction on the disc. Not surgery. Details are in Treatments.
When should I not book here?
Tell us when booking if there is fracture, infection, recent surgery, pregnancy, an implant in the area, or a pacemaker. Do not book here for loss of bladder or bowel control, numbness in the genital or anal area, leg weakness that is getting worse, or pain after a major injury. That is an emergency.
What conditions do you treat?
Lumbar disc herniation, sciatica, chronic low back pain, neck pain and cervical herniation, spinal stenosis or disc degeneration, persistent pain after spine surgery, knee pain, knee osteoarthritis, or a second opinion before knee surgery. Confirmed in evaluation.
How long is each session?
Session time is listed with each treatment. Allow about 10 to 15 minutes for reception and checkout.
How much does it cost?
Price is listed with each treatment.
Can I pay in interest-free monthly installments?
Yes. We accept interest-free monthly payments with Mercado Pago (subject to your card's approval).
How many sessions do I need?
Number and combination are set in consultation.
Should I bring prior studies?
Bring recent imaging studies if you have them.
Is this an alternative to surgery?
There is a conservative herniation plan. It does not replace a surgical indication you already received.
Do you see patients from Houston or the United States?
We see people who travel. The office is in Zapopan. We do not practice in Texas.
About chiropractic care
What is a chiropractor and what do they do?
A chiropractor is a health professional trained in the musculoskeletal system, especially the spine. They assess how your joints and muscles move and, when appropriate, use manual adjustments, exercise and other conservative techniques. If something falls outside their scope, they refer you to a specialist.
Is it normal to feel sore after an adjustment?
Yes, it can happen. Some people notice tenderness, mild stiffness or a little swelling in the treated area, especially after the first sessions. It is usually temporary and feels similar to soreness after exercise you are not used to.
How long does soreness after an adjustment last, and when should I let you know?
It usually lasts from a few hours to a day or two. If the pain is severe, getting worse or lasting longer, or if you notice tingling, weakness, dizziness or any other new symptom, let us know before your next session. For severe symptoms, go to the emergency room.
Does chiropractic care carry any risks?
Like any treatment, yes. The most common are mild, temporary aches; serious complications are rare. That is why the evaluation reviews your history, your studies and any warning signs before deciding which technique fits or whether a referral is needed.
What if an adjustment is done by someone without proper training?
A poorly indicated or poorly performed manipulation can cause pain, swelling or, in rare cases, an injury. It should be done by a professional trained and licensed in chiropractic, after an evaluation that rules out contraindications.
What happens when I finish my plan?
When the plan ends, we review how you are doing and agree on whether follow-up is needed, how often, and which exercises to keep doing at home. Not every case needs maintenance visits; that is decided in consultation.