Illumin8 Chiropractic | McKinney

I saw a FB ad for a free scan to get to the bottom of neck/ back pain so I setup an appointment. Everyone at the office was very friendly but it turns out the “free” scan was only a picture that would not be enough to get to the bottom of things . If I wanted to get a better idea, I needed to pay $150 for another scan .So even though I felt the advertising was bait and switch , I paid . I then got another scan and was setup for an appointment to come back . At the next appointment I was told where the issues were and offered a 6 month treatment plan that was near $5000. I guess what irked me besides the huge price tag for 6 months of chiropractic care is that it needed to be paid upfront or if I couldn’t afford it, I could get a Care credit card . This situation puts all the risk on the patient . What if the treatment didn’t work ? I didn’t think it was worth the risk as I had just came from another chiropractor that was more affordable but sadly made my pain worse . As mentioned everyone was super nice but the marketing practices coupled by the huge fees and need to commit thousands upfront for potential help raised a lot of red flags for me . My opinion is if the care is so good , a patient should have the ability to pay as they go and have the option to adjust or stop treatment should it not work out .

We love the staff at ILLumin8.❤️ They are such a blessing to us. They truely care about people and are always accommodating to our schedule. Since going here I've been feeling so much better with my back and neck. I am so grateful for Dr. Cardin and Sterling the receptionist. They are like family to me and my daughter. I highly recommend coming here. You won't be disappointed. 😊💗

No doubt when you walk into this office- you will feel like family! The providers and staff are so warm & welcoming! They listen and they care! Most importantly - they are great at what they do! I’ve always been hesitant to see a chiropractor- but I truly feel better and am thankful for Illumin8!

Time for an HONEST review of my experience so far. I came in with horrendous pain. It was constant & I couldn't get any meaningful relief from the pain. I couldn't sleep, had headaches most days, constantly tired from the pain using up all my energy, neck movements were very mindful to prevent any sudden pains and migraines. I couldn't even keep my hair up in a bun or ponytail for more than 5-10 mins without pain and discomfort setting in. I did PT for 8 months, went to a neurologist, went to 2 different orthopedic/sports medicine specialists, had MRIs, EMG, X-rays and blood work. I felt like all my issues were stemming from a Cervical to Lumbar back injury I had 2.5 years ago. But the specialists didn't agree. The one "problem" they found was described as something I was born with and couldn't do much about. I was tired of all the back and forth, not having answers and being given treatment options that "might work but not sure." There were never any herniated discs, never any serious structural issues that could explain my symptoms. I walked into Illumin8 one day after Instagram listened to my conversation with a friend (😂) and gave me a targeted ad for a free thermal imaging scan. I took it as a sign that I should just go. This for me was a last ditch effort because I was terrified of chiropractic adjustments- I have seen the horrors of a bad adjustment. When I walked in, I was greeted by Sterling & Kaley's beautiful welcoming spirits. They very kindly and thoroughly explained the thermal imaging scans, EMG and how things will proceed from here. Dr. Cardin has been so patient and kind with me and my fear of having adjustments. He explained things step by step and made sure I knew EXACTLY what he was going to do and sounds the table would make so I can relax to have a successful adjustment! He has a very gentle presence and is knowledgeable about chiropractic care- confident and competent. He truly treats the patient as a member of the care team, which is how it should be. I was shocked when he said he is confident that he could help me. I couldn't believe my ears- it was the first time in 2.5 years any provider could provide any confidence. As a caregiver myself, I hold high expectations for the care I receive and the staff at Illumin8 has been so kind and genuinely helpful. You can tell they actually care about patient outcomes and it's a nice change to see and experience that. I will say- it's expensive. You have to be ready to drop a pretty penny. Insurance didn't really cover much (I wish it covered more but they warned me it probably won't). I decided to see this as an investment to myself. They tried to work with me and help with the pricing. I do wish this kind of care was more affordable and accessible for others. They could help so many people! So far it has been well worth it. They develop a care plan for your problems. Mine is a 6 month plan. I'm a few weeks in- I have a long way to go still BUT I can walk with minimal to no pain, I can finally sleep through the night, I can turn my head without sparking a migraine, I haven't had a headache in at least 3 weeks, I had my hair in a bun/ponytail for 3 HOURS STRAIGHT before taking it back down! I'm really looking forward to what the rest of this time will do for me. This place has been one of my biggest blessings of the year. Thank you for helping me heal 💖

If you are looking for an amazing chiropractor—especially during pregnancy—I cannot recommend Illumin8 enough! I started care about halfway through my pregnancy, and it kept me pain-free the entire time. Not only did it help me physically, but it also did so much for my peace of mind. Everyone in the office is incredibly warm, reassuring, and highly knowledgeable about pregnancy. Anytime I had a question, they were right there to ease my mind. I truly credit Illumin8 for helping me have such a healthy, easy pregnancy where I could stay active, keep working out, and feel my best every day.