Frequently Asked Questions

What is the history of chiropractic care?

Chiropractors perform manual adjustments to the spine and other joints to help relieve pain and tension. By doing so, better joint alignments and flexibility will occur. At Premier Chiropractic, we also use dry needling therapy, traction therapy, manual therapy, and rehab exercises to help you get back to feeling 100%.

Why should you choose our office?

Unlike many Chiropractors, Dr. Caras utilizes many different treatments to meet your needs, such as Chiropractic, Dry needling, Laser Therapy, and Peptide Therapy. The combination of Chiropractic manipulations along with Dry Needling Therapy on the same day will get you out of pain extremely fast.

What does a chiropractor help?

At Premier Chiropractic in Highlands Ranch, we treat all sorts of ailments. The most common issues we see in our office are neck pain, back pain, shoulder pain, headaches & migraines, sciatica, radiating pain into arms or legs, knee and ankle pain, sports injuries and car accidents & whiplash injuries.

Can I get chiropractic care during pregnancy?

Chiropractic treatment are very safe during pregnancy. In fact, they have been shown to help with all the little aches and pains a woman will encounter during her 9 months of pregnancy.

Do chiropractic adjustments hurt?

The chiropractic treatments we provide are very gentle and safe. Most of our patients report how relaxed they feel during their treatments. When it is done, they usually get up and feel much more flexible with less pain and tension.

What type of education and training do chiropractors have?

Dr. Caras received his pre-med degree from St. Ambrose University in Davenport, IA, and then embarked on his postgraduate education at the prestigious Palmer College of Chiropractic, also in Davenport, IA. After Dr. Caras’ 8 years of higher education, he opened his first Chiropractic office and has been in private practice since 2004, serving and helping the Highlands Ranch area. He has also authored 3 Best-selling books on Health and wellness.

Why should you see a Chiropractor immediately after a car accident?

Seeing a chiropractor immediately after a car accident is crucial to diagnose hidden injuries—such as whiplash or soft tissue damage—that often do not present symptoms immediately due to adrenaline. Early treatment prevents long-term chronic pain, reduces inflammation, restores mobility, and provides essential documentation for insurance claims. Dr. Caras has years of experience dealing with motor vehicle injuries such as whiplash and also dealing with car insurances to get your claims paid properly.

Why does Dr. Caras utilizes Dry Needling at his Highlands Ranch clinic?

Dr. Caras use dry needling to treat musculoskeletal pain and muscle tension by directly targeting myofascial trigger points ("knots") with thin needles. This simple and pain-free technique relaxes muscles, improves range of motion, and reduces inflammation, often providing faster relief than manual chiropractic therapy alone. It acts as a complementary treatment to spinal adjustments and rehabilitation exercises.

Does Dr. Caras treat Sciatica at Premier Chiropractic in Highlands Ranch?

Yes – In Highlands Ranch, CO, Dr. Nick Caras at Premier Chiropractic & Natural Medicine specializes in treating sciatica by addressing the root cause of nerve compression rather than just masking the symptoms. His approach combines traditional chiropractic adjustments with advanced strategies to help patients regain mobility and avoid invasive surgeries.

Does Dr. Caras treat Neck pain, Headaches and migraines?

Dr. Nick Caras at Premier Chiropractic & Natural Medicine provides specialized treatment for neck pain, headaches, and migraines. His approach focuses on identifying structural misalignments in the cervical spine (neck), often caused by trauma, repetitive stress, or poor posture, that compress nerves and trigger chronic pain.