Chiropractic care is like building a house. Certain things have to happen in a particular order for everything to stand strong and work correctly. Your body has to go through a particular plan of care in order to repair itself correctly and fully. PHASE 1: RELIEF CARE - the first objective is to help you feel better. Depending on the severity of your problem, it is typical to need care 2-3 times per week for 4-12 weeks. PHASE 2: CORRECTIVE / RESTORATIVE CARE - During the corrective care phase, muscles and other tissues are allowed to heal more completely, thereby helping prevent injury. It is typical to need care 4-8 times per month for 6-24 months, depending on your overall health and the severity of your problem. PHASE 3: WELLNESS CARE - Once your body has fully healed, it is important to come in for periodic adjustments to avoid problems in the future. Usually, this only requires a quick visit to the chiropractor 1-4 times per month, based on your lifestyle and goals.