West Charleston Chiropractic Dr. Kipling G. Hansen
West Charleston Chiropractic
Dr. Kipling G. Hansen
Call Us at
 (702) 877-6767
6212 W Charleston Blvd #100, Las Vegas NV 89146
FAQ

Chiropractic FAQ in Las Vegas, NV

Questions

Are you accepting NEW PATIENTS?

  • YES, WE ARE ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS - SAME DAY APPOINTMENTS ARE AVAILABLE.
  • NEW PATIENTS ARE SCHEDULED between the hours of 8:00am -10:30am and 1:00pm - 3:30pm PLEASE NOTE THAT WALK-INs are WELCOME, but just might have to wait a little longer and would be able to be seen as long as it falls inbetween our normal set schedule for new patients.
  • Use our website to fill out the forms you need prior to your arrival to our office, then give us a call and schedule your appointment. We are here to serve you and help you on your road to recovery and good health!
Are MOST INSURANCEs ACCEPTED?

YES, Most insurances are accepted.
Please call (702) 877-6767 to verify if we are on your provider list. (If not, why not ask your insurance company to put us on).
Here are a few of the Insurance Plans that we are on: (alphabetically) THERE ARE MORE, JUST NOT LISTED HERE, JUST GIVE US A CALL.
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Clark County Self Funded
  • Clark County Fire Fighters
  • Culinary
  • Las Vegas Fire Fighters

Please note Dr. Hansen is NOT an HMO plan provider

  • Local 12
  • Local 631
  • Medicare
  • Jas - Local 711
  • Sierra Health
  • United Healthcare
Do I need a REFERRAL in order to come in for treatment?

NO REFERRAL is needed for most insurances.

  • We take SAME DAY NEW PATIENT appointments
  • and can get you started on the recovery road to GOOD HEALTH.
  • Just give us a call (702) 877-6767
  • NEW PATIENTS ARE SCHEDULED between the hours of 8:00am -10:30am and 1:00pm - 3:30pm PLEASE NOTE THAT WALK-INs are WELCOME, but just might have to wait a little longer and would be able to be seen as long as it falls inbetween our normal set schedule for new patients.
How much does it COST?

Here are the basic prices:

  • SPINAL MANIPULATION $65.00
  • THERAPIES $40.00
  • LIMITED EXAMINATION $50.00
  • INTERMEDIATE EXAMINATION $100.00


We also honor and offer "The Chiro Health USA Plan" (CHUSA)
(the yearly cost for Chusa is $49)
which once joined makes each visit $40 (which includes the therapies)

How long will the FIRST VISIT TAKE? How long is a REGULAR TREATMENT TAKE?

  • FIRST VISIT - The first visit is usually longer because of the paperwork you will need to fill out and because of the examination . From start to finish the first visit usually takes an hour. You can cut down the length of time by filling out your paperwork ahead of time. We'll be glad to fax it to you, or you can download the forms off this website. You can even fax the forms back (702) 877-6434 or email them back to us at: drhansen6212@yahoo.com and we'll have your chart ready when you arrive at the office.

  • NEW PATIENTS ARE SCHEDULED between the hours of 8:00am -10:30am and 1:00pm - 3:30pm PLEASE NOTE THAT WALK-INs are WELCOME, but just might have to wait a little longer and would be able to be seen as long as it falls inbetween our normal set schedule for new patients.

  • NORMAL OFFICE VISIT - We pride ourselves on our fast and friendly service to our patients. Sometimes a regular visit could take up to 35 minutes, but usually our patient's are in and out of the office in about 20 minutes or less.

  • WE DO TAKE WALK-IN PATIENTS.
What kind of TREATMENTS does the doctor give?

  • A CHIROPRACTIC TREATMENT consists of manipulation of the spinal column and/or extremities to relieve the pressure on the nerves which are causing pain or impairment of normal body functions. A chiropractic adjustment is another word for manipulation.
  • Your nerves are a like a telephone network, transmitting messages and sensations from the brain to all parts of the body. Spinal pressure can cause a variety of ailments. Chiropractic can relieve nervous disorders by spinal adjustment, releasing pressure to permit normal nerve activity.
  • Dr. Hansen is a licensed Doctor of Chiropractic and is licensed to perform chiropractic manipulations and has been in practice for over 30 years and participates continually in Ongoing Education classes.
  • Therapies are often used if needed to speed up the healing process.
What kind of METHODs (TECHNIQUEs) does the doctor use?

Dr. Kipling G. Hansen was trained at Palmer College of Chiropractic and graduated in 1981.

He learned many techniques that he uses and has a working knowledge of many other chiropractic techniques. He takes continuing education classes each year to update his knowledge.

Some of the methods he uses are:
  • Activator Methods
  • Advanced Muscle Palpation
  • Applied Kinesology
  • BEST (Bio-Energetic Synchronization Technique)
  • Concept Therapy Technique
  • Cox Flexion-Distraction
  • Diversified
  • Extremity Technique (Ext)
  • Gonstead Technique
  • Master Energy Dynamics
  • Motion Palpation
  • Muscle Palpation
  • MusculoSkeletal Syncronization and Stabilization Technique
  • Palmer Method Technique
  • Pierce-Stillwagon Technique
  • Sacro-Occipital Technique (SOT)
  • Thompson Terminal Point Technique
  • Toggle Recoil Technique
  • Torque Release Technique
What kind of PHYSICAL THERAPY is performed in the office?

The doctor himself gives a manual chiropractic manipulation to the affected part of the body as needed to correct misalignments.
The doctor uses physical therapy in the office if a patient needs it to assist and promote the healing process. Some of the therapies used consist of:
  • Hot packs
  • Cold packs
  • Electrical muscle stimulation
  • Vibration therapy
  • Neuromuscular re-education equipment
  • Intersegmental traction
What type of SYMPTOMS does the doctor treat?

Dr. Hansen treats a multitude of symptoms (see the Nervous System Chart to see where in the spine these different symptoms are connected with) click here...

Note: There are many more symptoms and conditions that chiropractic can help, just not enough room here to list them. Just give us a call or email if you have a question.

Here is a list of just a few:
  • Allergies
  • Any extremity (arm, leg, elbow, shoulder, ankle, etc.) pain
  • Arthritis
  • Asthma
  • Athletic injuries
  • Auto accidents
  • Back pain (anywhere on the back)
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Cerebal Palsy
  • Child development problems
  • Chronic infections
  • Colic
  • Constipation
  • Cough - hacking
  • Depression
  • Difficulty with body movements
  • Digestive problems
  • Ear infections
  • Epileptic seizures
  • Eye infections
  • Female disorders
  • Fever
  • Flu symptoms
  • Frequent colds
  • Hay fever
  • Headaches, all types, including Migraines
  • Herniated disc
  • High blood pressure
  • Hip pain
  • Hyperactivity
  • Immune system deficiency
  • Indigestion
  • Infertility
  • Injuries as a result of auto accidents
  • Injuries as a result of sport injuries
  • Knee pain
  • Learning disability
  • Leg pain
  • Loss of sleep
  • Low back pain
  • Mid back pain
  • Muscle spasms
  • Neck Pain
  • Nervousness
  • Neuralgia
  • Neuritis
  • Numbness
  • Pain (chronic)
  • Pain running down the legs (sciatica)
  • Parkinson's diseases
  • Pinched nerve
  • Poor Posture
  • Restlessness
  • Sciatica
  • Scoliosis
  • Shoulder pain
  • Sinus problems
  • Sore throat
  • Stress
  • Tendonitis
  • Tight muscles
  • Tingling Sensations
  • T.M.J. Syndrome
  • Upper back pain
  • Whiplash
Will the adjustment HURT?

Different patients have different pain treshholds. Most patients feel an immediate relief once the bone is moved off the nerve that it is pinching.
Many times the patient will have therapies (i.e. ice, heat, or EMS (electrical muscle stimulation) prior to the chiropractic adjustment to loosen up the surrounding muscles to assist in making the adjustment more comfortable.
Do you treat AUTO ACCIDENTS or WORK INJURIES?

  • Yes we do treat victims of Auto accidents. Most patients come in within the first few days of their injury. Please be advised that we also treat patients who were involved in auto accidents months or years previously.
  • We do treat work injuries - however we have to be on your provider list in order to do so.
  • We also treat sports injuries.
  • Or any other type of Traumatic Injury.
Do you work on CHILDREN and the ELDERLY?

WE DO TREAT CHILDREN AND THE ELDERLY.

  • Children have bones and nerves just like adults and can be treated and their symptoms relieved.
  • Babies & Infants can also be treated.
  • Elderly patients can often be helped with their aches and pains.
  • Dr. Hansen has many patients who are infants, children, and the elderly.
How long has the doctor BEEN IN PRACTICE?

  • Dr. Hansen has been in practice here in Las Vegas since 1981.
  • His office is located at 6212 West Charleston - Suite #100, Las Vegas, NV 89146.
  • Dr. Kipling G. Hansen graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa in 1981. He did his internship in Davenport Iowa with Dr. Ronald Frogley. Each year he completes at least 18 hours of continuing education.

About Us

Where are you LOCATED, and is there PARKING?

  • LOCATION - We are conveniently located at 6212 West Charleston #100 between Jones & Torrey Pines across from the West Charleston Library and the College of Southern Nevada. It is a large two story brick building. For a map please click here or on the map and directions button.

  • PARKING - We have plenty of easy access parking located behind the building in our own private parking lot. Just turn right just past the building in the driveway to the back of the building where our front doors are located.
What are your HOURS?

  • OFFICE HOURS: Scheduling of patients from 8am to 11:30am and 1pm to 4:30pm Monday thru Thursday. Our staff is in the office from 7:30am till 5:00pm and will be glad to schedule your appointment.
  • WALK-INs ARE WELCOME
  • SCHEDULED PATIENTS: 8:00am to 11:30am and 1:00pm to 4:30pm Monday through Thursday Note: if you are running late for your appointment, just give us a call, and if the doctor knows you are just stuck in traffic, he will wait for you an extra 10 minutes.
  • NEW PATIENTS ARE SCHEDULED between the hours of 8:00am -10:30am and 1:00pm - 3:30pm PLEASE NOTE THAT WALK-INs are WELCOME, but just might have to wait a little longer  and would be able to be seen as long as it falls inbetween our normal set schedule for new patients.
  • CALL US at (702) 877-6767 to schedule your chiropractic appointment
  • or EMAIL us at drhansen6212@yahoo.com
Do you charge for a CONSULTATION?

CONSULTATIONS ARE FREE. Dr. Hansen will be happy to meet with you and discuss your health issues and determine if your condition is one that can be corrected by chiropractic care. Please call to schedule your FREE consulation (702) 877-6767
Are there any FORMER PATIENTS I can contact about your services?

Dr. Kipling Hansen has treated hundreds of patients over the years. Patients have received relief from their original symptoms and now come in on a monthly basis to receive a maintenance manipulation to help them in excellent health. Most of our patient's heard about us from other patients.

We are not allowed by HIPPA (The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 Privacy Rule) to give out patient's personal information but please refer to our Testimonal page for comments by some of our patients. or Click here to view PATIENT TESTIMONIALS
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