Dr. Sean Flaherty D.C.
Chiropractor
6615 6TH AVE TACOMA WA, 98406About
Sean Flaherty, DC, is a graduate of Life University and has been a working chiropractor for over 15 years. Dr. Flaherty is the owner of Flat Chiropractic and has clinical interest in the Gonstead methodology which is a technique in chiropractic that prides its approach in scientific exactness. In his spare time, Dr. Flaherty conducts public speaking to colleagues in his community.
Education and Training
Life University
Southern Illinois University BS
Board Certification
National Board of Chiropractic Examiners
Provider Details
Dr. Sean Flaherty D.C.'s Expert Contributions
Is scoliosis preventable?
Some people will have a slight scoliosis that is completely natural because some vertebrae may not be formed the same as the vertebrae above or below it. It is called a hemivertabrae. It could be due to a mis-alignment in the spine. If this is the case the scoliosis can be corrected or at least from getting worse. Seek out a Gonstead chiropractor. READ MORE
Can't turn head right after alignment
Go back right away and tell him something didn't go right the last time. If he cannot fix it then find a different doc. I would seek out a Gonstead chiropractor. READ MORE
Pain years after spinal fusion surgery
It definitely could be. READ MORE
Sharp, shooting pain in my right leg
That sounds like sciatica and usually from pressure on a nerve at the L5 area of the spine but could be sacral or pelvic mis-alignment too. READ MORE
Do chiropractors offer free consultations?
Every chiropractor runs their business differently so some will offer that. Most will talk with you at no charge to see if your condition is something chiropractic could help with. READ MORE
Is fertility reduced with spina bifida?
I doubt it. READ MORE
Should I see a chiro after a car accident?
I would seek out a Gonstead chiropractor as soon as you can. They will be successful in locating the issue in the spine still causing you difficulty. All the best. READ MORE
I had back surgery. Should I see a chiropractor or avoid it?
Find a Gonstead chiropractor. They can see if there are other areas of you spine that may be contributing to the pain where you had surgery. If they can't help you they will tell you up front. All the best. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Local Public Speaking -
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- Nature Conservancy
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