D.D. Palmer, the founder of Chiropractic, is quoted as saying, "Health needs no help only no interference". With this understanding, Chiropractors know that as our health deteriorates we should remove that interference and allow the body's healing ability to act. Chiropractors do not treat disease nor do they treat symptoms.
Chiropractors remove interference and provide the proper conditions for health and wellness. So what do Chiropractors advocate as the proper conditions for health? We provide advice on nutrition and encourage patients to avoid chemical toxins so that cells of the body can function optimally. Visiting a Chiropractor is the first step towards good posture and an integral part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Chiropractors remove interference and provide the proper conditions for health and wellness. So what do Chiropractors advocate as the proper conditions for health? We provide advice on nutrition and encourage patients to avoid chemical toxins so that cells of the body can function optimally. Visiting a Chiropractor is the first step towards good posture and an integral part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
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I have never understood the controversy surrounding Chiropractic; it is such a simple philosophy. Broken down into its most basic tenets, Chiropractic assumes that we are a "self healing" meant to have perfect health. When our health diminishes it is because of interference with our "self healing" ability.
Many patients with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome may actually have Double Crush Syndrome. This is a term meaning that the nerve is being pinched in the wrist and in the neck. Double Crush Syndrome often stems from Forward Head Posture, which is when the head is out of line with the body. Treatment of the wrist alone does not offer complete relief.
Often when speaking to patients regarding common soft tissue injuries, like tendonitis and plantar fasciitis, they have been given very few options as to what can be done about the problem. Repetitive use will usually cause the build up of scar tissue in the injured area. The Graston Technique(R) is a way of breaking down this scar tissue.
What a nice surprise it was to have a local obstetrician personally call me to refer a patient of his. He explained she was in pain and was reluctant to take pain medication. I saw her the same day and within a short time she was pain-free. For the remainder of her pregnancy, we saw her every two weeks to maintain good alignment and movement.
Graston is a new technique for treating Temporal Mandibular Joint (TMJ) jaw disorders. This is a treatment using small tools specifically designed for the small muscles of the jaw. Using these tools helps to create movement and symmetry of the jaw muscles. We may be able to help! I am writing this article because twice in the same day, I've had two women come to see me with jaw (TMJ) pain after giving birth.
