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Sprint PNS Now Covered by Aetna — What It Means for Chronic Pain Patients Procedures

Sprint PNS Now Covered by Aetna — What It Means for Chronic Pain Patients

Aetna began covering Sprint Peripheral Nerve Stimulation in March 2026. Dr. Knopp explains who qualifies, what the procedure involves, and how to find out if you're a candidate.

What Is Pelvic Obliquity — And Why Your Back Pain Might Start in Your Pelvis OMT

What Is Pelvic Obliquity — And Why Your Back Pain Might Start in Your Pelvis

Many cases of back, hip, and SI joint pain stem from a misaligned pelvis. Dr. Knopp explains how pelvic obliquity creates compression where it shouldn't exist.

The DO Difference: What Osteopathic Physicians See That Others Miss Education

The DO Difference: What Osteopathic Physicians See That Others Miss

Most patients don't know what a DO is — or why it matters. Here's how osteopathic training changes the way Dr. Knopp evaluates and treats pain.

What to Expect at Your First OMT Visit Patient Guide

What to Expect at Your First OMT Visit

Your first visit is $450 and nothing like a typical doctor's appointment. Here's what happens, how long it takes, and what Dr. Knopp is evaluating.

OMT vs. Chiropractic: Understanding the Difference Education

OMT vs. Chiropractic: Understanding the Difference

Both involve hands-on spinal treatment. But the training, philosophy, and scope are fundamentally different. Here's what you need to know.