Frequently Asked Questions

No referral is required. You can book directly online at any time or call the office during business hours. Same-week and often same-day appointments are usually available.

Your first visit includes a thorough consultation and examination. Dr. Demsky will review your health history, discuss your symptoms and goals, and perform a physical assessment. Treatment is tailored to your specific condition — nothing is one-size-fits-all.

Every new patient also receives an individualized condition report, with steps you can take to help yourself, how we can help you, and a tailored home exercise program.

Plan to arrive a few minutes early to complete intake paperwork. Your first visit is scheduled for about 45 minutes.

Online booking is available 24/7 at demskychiropractic.janeapp.com. You can also call or text the office at (330) 366-6161.

Demsky Chiropractic is a self-pay practice, payable by cash, card, HSA, or FSA. During our transition out of insurance, we continue accepting Medical Mutual, Anthem, and United Healthcare for patients already established in our care — new patients on these plans should call to confirm current status before booking. Self-pay pricing is transparent and often more affordable than a private insurance copay once deductibles and network limits are considered. See our pricing page for exact rates.

We also bill the following directly:

• Traditional Medicare Part B (red, white & blue card — not Medicare supplements)
• Workers’ Compensation
• Auto Accident and Med Pay claims

Yes. Every patient can choose self-pay, regardless of insurance status. Pricing is straightforward and discussed upfront, before you commit to a plan of care. Call or text 330-366-6161 for details.

A new patient visit is $79 and includes a full history, exam, first adjustment, and any helpful therapies. Follow-up visits are $35 for an adjustment only or $45 for an adjustment plus therapies. Self-pay rates are often about the same as a typical insurance copay, without claims or prior authorizations.

Yes, memberships are optional. Adjustment-only plans are $59.99 per month (2 visits), $109.99 per month (4 visits), or $999 per year for unlimited visits. Wellness plans with adjustment plus therapies are $79.99 per month (2 visits), $144.99 per month (4 visits), or $1,299.99 per year for unlimited visits. Extra visits on monthly plans are billed at the standard per-visit rate. Paying per visit is always available.

We found that our self-pay rates are often comparable to, or lower than, what many patients pay through insurance once copays and today’s high deductibles are factored in.

Stepping away from insurance also allows us to make ethical, individualized decisions about your care. Your treatment plan is based on your condition and your goals, not on what an insurance company will approve or how many visits it allows.

Yes. We treat whiplash, back pain, and soft tissue injuries after car accidents and bill Auto Accident and Med Pay claims directly, so care can begin while your claim is processed. See our auto accident page for what to bring.

Yes. We bill Ohio workers' compensation claims directly for work-related injuries. Bring your claim number and employer information to your first visit. See our workers' comp page for details.

Nine evidence-based treatments are available, all tailored to your condition and goals:

• Chiropractic Adjustments — spinal manipulation to restore alignment and relieve nerve pressure
• Flexion Distraction — gentle decompression for disc herniations and sciatica
• Cold Laser Therapy — light-based therapy to reduce inflammation and promote healing
• Spinal Decompression — traction-based relief for compressed discs
• Ultrasound Therapy — deep tissue treatment for muscle and soft tissue injuries
• Custom Orthotics — individually fitted foot supports
• Activator Tool — instrument-assisted, low-force adjusting
• Intersegmental Traction — roller table treatment for spinal mobility
• Electrical Stimulation (E-Stim) — electrical muscle stimulation for pain and recovery

See the Services page for full details on each treatment.

Yes. Chiropractic care is one of the most widely researched and practiced forms of conservative musculoskeletal care. Dr. Demsky uses evidence-based techniques and evaluates each patient individually before recommending any treatment. Patients who prefer a lower-force approach can opt for instrument-assisted adjusting (the Activator Tool) instead of manual manipulation.

The practice sees a wide range of patients, including:

• Self-pay patients
• Auto accident and personal injury patients
• Sports injury and athletic performance patients
• Workers’ compensation cases
• Patients seeking maintenance and wellness care

Dr. Ryan Demsky is a Doctor of Chiropractic who grew up in the Boardman area. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science / Kinesiology from Youngstown State University in 2021, and his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from D’Youville University in Buffalo, NY in 2025. He also holds board certification in physiotherapy. He is a Certified Exercise Physiologist through the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM-EP) and is currently pursuing a post-doctoral Diplomate of the International Academy of Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine (DIANM), with a focus on orthopedics.

His clinical training included rotations at private chiropractic offices, the D’Youville Hageman School Clinic, Thrive Rehab and Wellness Center, and the University at Buffalo Neurosurgery Center.

See the About page for his full background.

The office is located at 725 Boardman-Canfield Rd Suite A1, Youngstown, OH 44512. Use the entrance nearest to Route 224.

• Monday, Thursday — 8:00 AM–12:00 PM & 1:00–5:00 PM
• Tuesday — 8:00 AM–3:00 PM
• Wednesday — 9:00 AM–1:00 PM & 2:30–6:00 PM
• Friday — 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
• Saturday — By appointment
• Sunday — Closed

Demsky Chiropractic sees patients from Boardman, Canfield, Youngstown, Poland, Austintown, and Struthers, Ohio, and the surrounding Mahoning Valley. The office is based in Boardman. See the Areas We Serve page for details on each location.