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Chiropractic is the branch of the healing arts that deals with structure and function. Chiropractors have found that if there is pressure along the spine, irritating and interfering with the nerve, it will cause pain. This will likely affect muscles, joints, blood vessels, and even organs and glands.
It is the chiropractor’s job to determine if such a problem exists and if it can be relieved. Advanced technology and extensive diagnostic training assure the chiropractic physician - and you - that the findings are valid and the prognosis is reliable. If your chiropractor cannot find the cause of your problem, he or she will probably refer you to another specialist.
Statistics reveal that 85 percent of the patients treated with chiropractic care became symptom-free or showed improvement. It is possible that some conditions may have progressed to the point where the body’s natural recuperative powers have become ineffective. Chiropractic care can help maintain or restore your health.
Will It Hurt?
In the early days of chiropractic, practitioners used methods that were “firm.” While they were effective, they were often considered uncomfortable. Today’s modern chiropractor is so gentle that there should be no discomfort with any treatment.
Usually the most discomfort comes from getting on the examination table. The treatment itself is normally a very pleasant experience. Of course, if a patient is experiencing muscle spasm, any movement or pressure at all may be uncomfortable.
The doctor of chiropractic collects a complete history, examines the patient, and performs tests to determine how to treat the problem painlessly. Therefore, pain is unlikely when the precise treatment is given.
Why the Spine?
The spine is the body’s “switchboard.” Just as the trunk and branches of a tree transfer nutrients to leaves, the spine transfers nerves and nerve impulses to all parts of the body.
The human body is the most intricate mechanism known in the world. It is a series of systems, each more complex than any system ever devised by man. And all of the systems are related to the spine. Your chiropractor is a specialist in their interrelationship.
Many people think in terms of today, i.e., “Today I developed a heart attack. Today I developed a stomach ulcer. My kidneys stopped doing their job. Today I developed a migraine. Today I have tingling and numbness.”
The chiropractor knows that it is possible that any of your present medical problems could have been caused by a long-forgotten fall or accident, which may have caused nerves to be pinched. Even the twisting and turning of a baby’s neck during birth can have far-reaching effects on the baby’s health even into adulthood.
When you experience a health problem, a fall, or any other accident, your chiropractor may be able to restore normal function immediately by corrective manipulation of your spine.
The Road to Vibrant Health Is Chiropractic
Good health is not an accident. Good nutrition, moderate exercise, plenty of water, and proper rest are necessary for your body to reach its maximum healing ability and maintain good health. Chiropractic care enhances your body’s own natural ability to repair itself.
Chiropractic are treats the cause of the problems, not just the symptoms. Medication merely masks the symptoms and does nothing to cure the underlying problem. Pain is the way your body tells you something is wrong. With chiropractic care, your pain and discomfort should end, with no side effects. Your chiropractor can help! Start feeling better - call us today at (972) 681-8321 for an appointment!
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