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Chiropractic is a branch of the healing arts
based upon the understanding that good health depends, in
part, upon a normally functioning nervous system (especially
the spine, and the nerves extending from the spine to all
parts of the body). "Chiropractic" comes from the
Greek word chiropraktikos, meaning "effective treatment
by hand." Chiropractic stresses the idea that the cause
of many disease processes begins with the body's inability
to adapt to its environment. It looks to address these diseases
not by the use of drugs and chemicals, but by locating and
adjusting a musculoskeletal area of the body which is functioning
improperly.
What conditions benefit
from chiropractic care?
Although chiropractic is used most frequently
to relieve low back pain, studies have found it to be affective
for a variety of conditions, such as migraine headaches, neck
and shoulder pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, fibromyalgia, bed
wetting, asthma, PMS, colds, flu, fatigue, allergies, indigestion,
constipation, and infantile colic.ˆtop
Does Chiropractic hurt?
Under normal circumstances, adjustments
don't hurt. The patient may experience a minor amount of discomfort
during the adjustment, which lasts only seconds.ˆtop
Is Chiropractic safe?
Chiropractic adjustments or manipulations
are extremely safe. The risk factor is estimated to be in
excess of one million to one. ˆtop
What kind of education
and training do doctors of chiropractic have?
Chiropractors receive an education that emphasizes
neuromuscular diagnosis and treatment. Preparation for the
practice of chiropractic is concentrated on three areas of
learning; basic training in the biological and health sciences
(anatomy, physiology, histology, biochemistry, clinical and
radiological diagnosis); specialized training in the chiropractic
discipline (theoretical studies, practice, diagnosis and applications);
and extensive clinical training.ˆtop
Have any studies been
published showing what chiropractic is effective for?
Several studies have documented the effectiveness
of chiropractic in relieving back pain. More recent studies
have shown chiropractic to be effective in treating infantile
colic and migraine headaches.ˆtop
What can I expect
on my first visit?
The first thing chiropractor will do is ask
you about the health complaints about which you are chiefly
concerned. The DC will also ask about your family history,
dietary habits, other care you may have had (chiropractic,
osteopathic, medical, etc.), your job, and other questions
designed to help determine the nature of your illness and
the best way to go about treating the problem.
A physical examination will be performed in
accordance with your DC's clinical judgment, which may include
x-rays, laboratory analysis and other diagnostic procedures.
In addition, a careful spinal examination and analysis will
be performed to detect any structural abnormalities which
may be affecting or causing your condition. All of these elements
are important components of your total health profile, and
vital to the doctor of chiropractic in evaluating your problem.ˆtop
What other services
do you offer besides chiropractic?
Our practice offers a variety of alternative
health treatments, including DTS
Decompression, Acupuncture, Medical Doctor, Physical and Occupational
Therapy, Massage/Myofacial Release, State of the Art Diagnostics,
Stress Management, Detoxification and Nutrition and Weight
Loss consulting.ˆtop
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