Chiropractic is the science, art and philosophy of locating and correcting vertebral subluxations through gentle and specific chiropractic adjustments, allowing your body to function at its best.
An adjustment is a gentle thrust delivered by hand or instrument. The purpose of an adjustment is to correct the spinal subluxations therefore stopping the nerve interference in your body.
A subluxation is a misalignment of one or more of your spinal vertebrae, which cause interference or pressure to nerve structures such as, a nerve root or spinal cord. When your nervous system is interfered with, your body’s natural ability to heal itself and function at its optimum potential becomes impaired.
No. Chiropractic adjustments actually feel good. Once you begin receiving your adjustments, you will look forward to having them. When you allow the vertebrae in your spine to return to its proper position, you will notice less tension and stress.
Yes, It is proven that chiropractic care is one of the safest forms of healthcare.
That sound is not your spine ‘cracking’ or popping like most people think. That sound is created by gases, in this case nitrogen rushing in to fill the partial vacuum created when the joints are slightly separated. Not all chiropractic adjusting techniques produce this noise. Some adjusting techniques use little force and thus produce no noise at all.
The stresses and strains of everyday living such as desk work, lifting, housework, yard work, etc can cause spinal problems, in addition to falls, car accidents, and sporting activities.
Not always. It is not uncommon to have a subluxation for a period of time before any symptoms appear. This is one reason it is important to have periodic spinal checkups. Regular checkups are always a good idea for promoting general health and well-being.
Symptoms such as back or neck pain, headaches, pain in the shoulders, stiffness of the back or neck, numbness or tingling in the hands or feet, and nervousness are some of the most common signs of subluxations. Most people will have a subluxation for some time before noticing symptoms.
No, but chiropractic care is successful for a wide variety of health problems, many which are not usually considered back problems, because of improved nervous system function.
