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Common
Questions and Answers
Our
office is committed to patient education. Patients who fully understand
their condition and the doctor's recommendations get well faster.
What is Chiropractic?
Chiropractic is a natural method of health care based
on the scientific fact that the body is a self-regulating, self-healing
organism. These functions are controlled by the brain, spinal cord
and all the nerves of the body. Chiropractic is the science, art
and philosophy of finding and correcting vertebral subluxations
to normalize nerve flow from the brain to the body. Chiropractic
focuses on correcting the cause of physical problems (vertebral
subluxations) rather than just treating the symptoms. By correcting
subluxations, the body is better functioning and better able to
heal itself.
How Does Chiropractic Work?
Chiropractic works by restoring your body's inborn
ability to be healthy. When under the proper control of your nervous
system, all the cells, tissues and organs of your body are designed
to resist disease and ill health. The Chiropractic approach to better
health is to locate and remove interference (subluxations)
to your nervous system. The goal of the chiropractor is to remove
interference that may be impairing body function and normal health.
With improved spinal function, there is often improved nervous system
function. A healthy spine and healthy lifestyle is the key to optimal
health.
What is a Subluxation?
Subluxation is a misalignment of the vertebrae
causing irritation to the nervous system. Your nervous system controls,
co-ordinates and integrates all the functions of the body of the
tissue and cells that make up your body. Any irritation to the nervous
system in your body can have devastating effects on you health.
What is an Adjustment?
A chiropractic adjustment is the art of using specific
force in a precise direction, applied to a joint that is subluxated
or "locked up" and is not moving properly. This adds motion
to the joint, helping the bones return to a more normal position
and motion. The purpose of this safe and natural procedure is improved
spinal function, improved nerve function and improved health. There
are many different ways to adjust the spine. Adjustments are tailored
to each patient's age, condition and spinal problems. As chiropractors
we chose what adjustment techniques work best for the individual
patients.
Does an Adjustment Hurt?
No. Absolutely not! If you hurt our office would
not be full patients and their children! However, do appreciate
that when you are getting adjusted, you are affecting the function
of your body. It is similar to when you first start and exercise
program to improve the strength and function of your experience
discomfort as your body reaches levels of improved health.
Is
Chiropractic Safe?
Yes! Chiropractic has an excellent safety record.
It is the result of a conservative approach of health that avoids
invasive procedures or addictive drugs. Chiropractic care is much
safe than surgery, muscle relaxants or even common aspirin.
Why
Do Children Need Chiropractic Care?
Even the smallest of spines get subluxations
and can benefit from chiropractic care. Since spinal trauma can
occur at birth, many parents get their newborns checked for vertebral
subluxations shortly after birth. Subluxations can interfere with
a child's growth and development. A growing body needs to have full
and free nerve conduction to all tissues of the body to reach its
full potential. Learning to walk or ride a bike can cause spinal
problems. Many childhood health complaints like "growing pains"
can be traced back to the spine. Health problems that emerge in
adulthood could often have been prevented with earlier chiropractic
care.
Most parents report that their children really enjoy their chiropractic
adjustment. Our "chiro-kids" parents often report that
their children are healthier than other children and have stronger
immune systems! Please see our section on Helping Children for further
information.
If
I Go To a Chiropractor, Do I Have To Go For The Rest of My Life?
No! You don't have to do anything. Most people who
experience the full benefits of chiropractic continue to get checked
and adjusted regularly because they enjoy the elevated level of
health. They enjoy feeling more balanced less stressed and more
energetic as a result of regular chiropractic care. Chiropractic
is not addictive however, good health is! Regular spinal checkups
fit in with a healthy, wellness lifestyle.
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