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What is Chiropractic?
Chiropractic is a healing science that places emphasis on
maintaining the structural integrity and balance of the body. It is
a natural form of healthcare that relies on a normally functioning
nervous system to control and
coordinate all the functions of the human body. It is the science of
locating and correcting, through Chiropractic Adjustments, nerve
interference, which can cause dysfunction within the body.
Chiropractors have found that if there is pressure along the spine,
it causes dysfunction, pain, and other symptoms, frequently
affecting muscles, joints, blood vessels, organs, and glands. The
goal of Chiropractic Care is to allow your body to heal itself and
to function optimally, without the use of drugs or surgery.
Chiropractic is based on the premise that in order to maintain
health; you must treat the cause not only the symptoms. We consider
all aspects of the patient’s life: family history; work; lifestyle;
environment; exercise programs; and the patient’s physical and
emotional well being.
How can Chiropractic Help Me?
Chiropractic restores joint movement; relieving pain, reducing
susceptibility to injury, and helping to prevent degenerative
diseases such as arthritis and disc disease.
Why is proper functioning of the nervous system so important?
The brain sends signals via the nervous system to various organs,
muscles, and tissues to control and coordinate their proper
function. When there is any type of nerve interference, dysfunction
results. Without correction, disease processes occur. For instance,
when an accident occurs on a highway, traffic is backed up for miles
and people can’t get to their destination quickly and without
irritation. Think of the nervous system as an electrical pathway
transporting signals to and from the brain for proper functioning.
If an accident occurs, disaster happens. Adjusting the vertebrae
restores normal function, removing the irritation to the nerve,
allowing the nervous system to return to its natural state of
wellbeing.
What is a Chiropractic Adjustment?
The intent of a Chiropractic Adjustment is to restore proper motion
to the spine removing irritation to the associated nerves. There are
several adjusting techniques that Doctors of Chiropractic can
utilize in performing safe, specific adjustments. The Chiropractic
Adjustment differs from spinal manipulation performed by physical
therapists and osteopaths due to its specificity. Chiropractors
remove subluxations not merely manipulate of the spine. Chiropractic
is an art and science that takes extensive training and practice to
master.
Is Chiropractic Safe?
YES! Chiropractic is among the safest of the health professions.
Your Doctor of Chiropractic has completed four years of graduate
study. The core curriculum chiropractors receive includes over 4,500
hours of study in anatomy, physiology, pathology, biology,
chemistry, pediatrics, geriatrics, nutrition, diagnosis, and many
hours of training in an internship program similar to a medical
school curriculum.
Is an Adjustment Painful?
Although each patient reacts differently, rarely is the procedure
painful. Many patients report that they feel a sense of relief and
relaxation following an adjustment. It can cause a variety of
reactions from temporary soreness to a sense of euphoria and
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