Highlands Family Chiropractic
Highlands Family Chiropractic is a chiropractic care center on S University Blvd in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, led by Dr. Andrew Hicks. Dr. Hicks became the practice's third owner in 2015 and has provided natural care for over a decade, basing his approach on locating the source of a patient's problem and then working to correct it. He is joined by associate Dr. Charlotte Harris. The team describes its care as evidence-based, drawing on more than 300 publications so that treatments stay grounded in published research, and the practice states that its care plans have a beginning and an end rather than an open-ended schedule. A first visit begins with a conversation about health history and goals, followed by a physical exam covering posture, range of motion, and orthopedic and neurological testing, plus digital X-rays if Dr. Hicks determines they are needed. Most first visits run about 30 to 45 minutes and many patients receive their first adjustment the same day. After the assessment the chiropractors build a customized plan for pain relief, improved mobility, or overall wellness. Treatments include chiropractic adjustments, Chiropractic BioPhysics and corrective care aimed at restoring the spine's natural curves and posture, dry needling, the Graston Technique, shockwave therapy, non-surgical spinal decompression, scoliosis care, and nutrition and weight loss counseling. The practice also handles auto injury and personal injury care, from minor fender benders through high-impact collisions, and notes that Colorado auto insurance Medical Payments coverage often applies. Patients of every age are welcome, from infants and children through working professionals, active seniors, and veterans, and the practice says Veterans Choice or VA Community Care programs may cover chiropractic services depending on benefits. No referral is required to see a chiropractor in Colorado, and the team can help verify insurance benefits before a visit. New patients can start with a $49 New Patient Special covering the consultation, exam, and first adjustment, or book a free 15-minute consultation first.
Services
Chiropractic care
Personalized chiropractic care for diverse health conditions, promoting an effective approach to well-being.
Chiropractic BioPhysics
A research-based, structural approach that focuses on restoring the spine's natural curves and posture over time, combining specific adjustments with traction, exercises, and postural retraining, and tracking progress with X-rays.
Corrective care
Corrective care plans that realign the spine and address the root cause of concerns rather than masking symptoms.
Dry needling
A modern therapy targeting specific trigger points to release tension and alleviate pain associated with musculoskeletal issues.
Graston technique
An instrument-assisted soft tissue therapy offered alongside adjustments.
Why choose us?
Location & hours
9425 S University Blvd, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126, USA
FAQs
What happens during a first visit?
Your first visit starts with a conversation about your health history and goals, followed by a physical exam covering posture, range of motion, and orthopedic and neurological testing, plus digital X-rays if Dr. Andrew Hicks determines they are needed. Most first visits run about 30 to 45 minutes and many patients receive their first adjustment the same day.
What is the $49 New Patient Special?
The $49 New Patient Special is for cash-paying patients and includes an initial consultation, a comprehensive orthopedic and neurological exam, and your first adjustment. X-rays are not included. Details on pricing and good faith estimates are on the practice's Good Faith Estimate page.
Do I need a referral to see a chiropractor?
No. In Colorado you can see a chiropractor directly without a referral from your primary care doctor. Some insurance plans have their own requirements for coverage, so the team can help verify your benefits before your visit. You can also book a free 15-minute consultation to talk things through first.
What treatments are offered besides adjustments?
Beyond spinal adjustments the practice offers dry needling, the Graston Technique, shockwave therapy, non-surgical spinal decompression, and nutrition and weight loss counseling, along with Chiropractic BioPhysics and corrective care for longer-term structural goals. Dr. Hicks recommends the combination that fits your condition and goals.
What is Chiropractic BioPhysics?
Chiropractic BioPhysics is a research-based, structural approach that goes beyond standard adjustments to focus on restoring the spine's natural curves and posture over time. It typically combines specific adjustments with traction, exercises, and postural retraining, and tracks progress with X-rays. Traditional adjustments tend to focus on short-term relief, while CBP is geared toward longer-term structural change.
Can chiropractic care help after a car accident?
It is a good idea to get evaluated soon after any accident, even a minor one, since injuries like whiplash do not always show symptoms right away. The practice specializes in musculoskeletal recovery from minor fender benders through high-impact collisions. In Colorado, auto insurance Medical Payments coverage often applies to chiropractic care related to the accident.
Will I need to keep coming back forever?
No. The practice states that chiropractic is not habit-forming. Once your initial plan is complete, many patients move to occasional maintenance visits or stop altogether depending on their goals. Care plans are built around what you need rather than an open-ended schedule.
When is the office open?
The office is open Monday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., Wednesday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., and Friday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. It is closed Saturday and Sunday.