Your questions, answered.

Initial visits are 30–60 minutes depending on the complexity of your case. Follow-up visits are typically 30 minutes — long enough to include a full adjustment, soft tissue work, and corrective exercises, not just a quick crack and out the door.

A 30-minute session ensures every component is done thoroughly, which means better long-term results and fewer visits overall.

Wear comfortable, flexible clothing — similar to what you'd wear to a workout or yoga class. You'll be moving through assessments and exercises, so avoid jeans, dresses, or anything restrictive. Athletic shorts and a t-shirt are ideal.

We understand life gets busy. We ask for at least 24 hours notice to reschedule so we can accommodate other patients. A cancellation policy is in effect for late cancellations and no-shows.

Consistency between visits matters for your results — the more regular your care, the faster you'll progress.

Everyone from competitive runners and lifters to desk workers, busy parents, kids, and grandparents. If you're looking to move better, live stronger, and thrive daily — you're in the right place.

Yes. We treat infants, children, growing teens, and student athletes. Treatment is always age-appropriate, gentle, and focused on healthy development, movement milestones, and sports performance. Parents are always welcome to stay in the room.

An adjustment restores proper joint motion and nervous system function. It's not just about "cracking backs" — it's about improving how you move, reducing tension, and allowing your body to adapt and perform at its best.

When a joint loses its normal range of motion, the surrounding muscles compensate and tighten, and nerve signals get disrupted. An adjustment resets that — which is why people often feel immediate relief in areas beyond just where the adjustment was applied.

Chiropractic care is very safe when delivered by a trained provider. Most people feel relief and improved mobility right away. Some patients experience mild soreness for 24–48 hours, similar to how you might feel after a good workout — this is normal and typically resolves quickly.

All techniques are adjusted based on your comfort level and what's most appropriate for your body and condition.

Adjustments are one part of a full spectrum of care. Depending on your assessment, your visit may include:

• Soft tissue therapy — Active Release Technique (ART®), cupping, IASTM
• Movement screening — SFMA to identify the root cause of your dysfunction
• Corrective exercises — targeted rehab to reinforce what the adjustment starts
• Recovery tools — percussion therapy, compression, functional taping

Every session is built around what your body needs that day, not a fixed protocol.

We can absolutely focus primarily on adjustments if that's your preference. That said, the 30-minute model exists because combining adjustments with soft tissue work and corrective exercises produces better, longer-lasting results — meaning fewer visits and less recurring pain over time.

Think of the adjustment as resetting the joint and the soft tissue and rehab work as locking that reset in place. Without the supporting work, the joint often returns to its dysfunctional pattern more quickly. If you are unsure we can always start with a 15-20min visit.

Yes — sciatica is one of the most common conditions we treat. True sciatica involves compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve, but many cases that feel like sciatica are actually referred pain from tight hip or glute muscles, or from a restricted SI joint.

We use the SFMA to identify which is actually driving your symptoms — because the treatment for true nerve compression is different from the treatment for muscular referral. Getting that right from the start is the difference between quick relief and months of spinning your wheels.

Dry needling is a technique that uses thin monofilament needles to release trigger points — areas of deep muscle tension that restrict movement and refer pain to other areas of the body. Unlike acupuncture, which is based on energy meridians, dry needling is rooted in Western anatomy and neuroscience.

Dr. Austin is currently completing his dry needling certification and will be offering this service at ADAPT soon. If you're interested in being notified when it becomes available, reach out through the contact page.

Not at all. The goal is to get you out of pain, back to doing what you love, and give you the tools to stay there. Some patients come in for a specific issue and are done in a few visits. Others choose to maintain regular care as part of their overall health and performance routine — that's a personal choice, not a requirement.

We'll never recommend more visits than your body actually needs.

Yes. We are in-network with most major insurance plans including Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross of Idaho, VA TriWest, Aetna, Premera, PacificSource, First Choice Health Network, Mountain Co-op Plans, and Surest (UnitedHealthcare).

We are not currently in-network with Medicare or Medicaid. If you're unsure whether your plan is covered, call or text the office and we'll verify your benefits before your first visit — no surprises.

Yes — we accept both Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) cards directly as payment. Chiropractic care, soft tissue therapy, and rehab services are all eligible expenses under most HSA and FSA plans.

Yes — membership plans are available for patients who prefer predictable monthly pricing over billing insurance. Plans start at $99/month and include a set number of visits plus access to recovery services.

Membership details and pricing are available on the Coverage page. If you have questions about whether a membership or insurance billing makes more sense for your situation, just ask — we'll help you figure out what works best.

Call or text us at (208) 298-9169 with your insurance card handy. We'll verify your benefits — including your deductible, copay, and visit limits — before your first appointment so you know exactly what to expect.

You can also check your plan's online member portal, which typically shows chiropractic benefits under "specialty care" or "musculoskeletal."

We don't just adjust — we assess, address, and progress. Every session blends hands-on care (adjustments, soft tissue therapy, corrective exercises) with personalized movement strategies built from a real movement assessment, not a generic protocol.

As a solo provider, Dr. Austin knows every patient by name and by history. There are no handoffs, no rotating providers, no starting over every visit. You get the same set of trained eyes on your case every single time.

Dr. Austin is a solo practitioner — when you call, he may be in treatment with a patient and unable to step away. Please leave a voicemail or send a text to (208) 298-9169 and he'll get back to you as quickly as possible.

The fastest way to get on the schedule without waiting for a callback is through online booking — available 24/7.

ADAPT Spine + Sport is located at 2145 N Main Street, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814 — in the Riverstone area. Street parking is available directly in front of the building.

Monday – Wednesday: 8am – 5:30pm
Thursday: 1pm – 6pm
Friday: 8am – 2pm
Saturday – Sunday: Closed

Hours are subject to change around holidays. Check the booking system for real-time availability.