Chiropractic Care

Chiropractic is about helping people live healthier, fuller lives naturally. While typically thought of as treatment for the spine, chiropractic care actually focus more on the nervous system, the "master control" system of the body. Simply stated, chiropractic focuses on the relationship between structure (primarily the spine) and function (controlled by the nervous systems) and how that relationship affects the preservation and restoration of health. 

The nervous system is a communication pathway made up of the brain, spinal cord, and all the body’s nerves. When the nervous system is operating properly, our bodies are designed to be self-regulating, self-healing organisms. Every cell, tissue, and organ is in constant communication with the brain, conveying its current status. If an organ is in distress, the brain communicates back to the body how to react to that distress in order to return the body to normal.

All of this communication between the brain and the body occurs through the sets of nerves which exit between each vertebrae. If the lines of communication on any of these nerves is interfered with or cut off, problems arise--including chronic pain, premature joint degeneration, and overall decreased health and quality of life. 

Accidents, tension, over-exertion, toxins, and injuries to the spine can cause misalignment of the vertebrae that places pressure on the delicate nerve roots. These displacements of the spinal bones, known as vertebral subluxations, cause stress to the nerves of the spinal cord and can result in malfunctions in tissues and organs throughout the body. Even slight misalignments in the spine may alter the regular transmission of nerve impulses, preventing the afflicted portion of the body from responding with its full inherent capacity. (For more information on subluxations, click here.)

The science of chiropractic care use painless, manual adjustments to the vertebral column to correct alignment problems and remove pressure and irritation on the spinal nerves. Once the spine and nervous system’s integrity has been restored, the body’s own natural healing power can then return the individual to health.  Chiropractic is the largest natural healthcare discipline in the world and emphasizes the innate intelligence and inherent recuperative power of the body to heal itself without the use of drugs or surgery.  

     Some common conditions that can benefit from chiropractic care:

• Low back pain

• Neck or shoulder pain 

• Headaches brought on with tension or stress

• Auto accident injury

• Knee or ankle pain 

• Any Sports or Work injuries

• Carpal Tunnel symptoms from repetitive motions (ie: typing at computer)

• Pain between shoulder blades

• Difficulty sitting, bending and lifting

• Problems sleeping due to neck or back pain

• Inability to perform daily activities due to muscle or joint pain

• Recurring joint pain, stiffness or swelling

• Sprains and strains

• Scoliosis

• Sciatica

• Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMJ)

• Tendonitis

• Stress management and relaxation
  

    If you are wondering if we can treat your health concern, please ask!