Research has proven that in order to change posture, many different techniques need to be appropriately applied;

"Because mechanical loading of the neuromusculoskeletal tissues plays a vital role in influencing proper growth and repair, chiropractic rehabilitative care should focus on the normalization/minimization of aberrant stresses and strains acting on spinal tissues.

Manipulation alone cannot restore body postures or improve an altered sagittal spinal curve.

Therefore, postural chiropractic adjustments, active exercises and stretches, resting spinal blocking procedures, extension traction and ergonomic education are deemed necessary for maximal spinal rehabilitation.
(J Manipulative Physiol Ther 1998; 21:37Ñ50).

Therefore, all of these procedures are routinely used to assist the patient in regaining and then maintaining their normal structure and ultimately their function.

What kinds of things do chiropractors treat?
A: Many people associate chiropractic care with pain in the neck and low back.  Although we are very successful at helping people get out of pain in ANY body part, chiropractic is much more.  Many people are surprised to learn that the first adjustment ever given caused the patient to regain his hearing!!  Since every body part receives a message from a nerve, adjustments can literally affect every cell, organ, and tissue.  More importantly our goal is to make sure the WHOLE body is working properly and cohesively.
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How is chiropractic biophysics © (CBP©) different from other chiropractic techniques?
A: Chiropractic BioPhysics © (CBP©) is the most researched and published chiropractic technique.  It addition to traditional adjustments, CBP doctors strive to change posture and help remodel the spine to as near normal as possible which allows our body to function at its best for the long term.
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Does chiropractic treatment hurt?
A: No, not generally. There are certainly times when correction of a posture is uncomfortable, much like working out, or performing a strenuous task of which you are unaccustomed. However every effort is made to work within your tolerance, to make as much change as possible, in as short a time as possible, with minimal discomfort. Many times, patients have had an abnormal posture for many years. When this is the case, the muscles, ligaments, and joints are accustomed to their current position. Changing that position is important, and at times uncomfortable. However again I stress, never in such a way as to be intolerable to the patient.
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Why should I care about my posture?
A: Your posture is an outward representation of how your spine is built. Research into what makes a body healthy has demonstrated without a doubt that normal posture is essential for your body to function optimally. The majority of the afflictions which plague mankind have as their root, abnormal structure. That little ditty we all learned as children "the foot bone is connected to the leg bone is connected to the thigh bone, is connected to the pelvic bone..." is so true. By making certain your posture is as good as possible, you ultimately enable your body to be as healthy as possible, and even avoid many if not all of the problems associated with an aging spine.
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When should someone have their spine examined?
A: I am asked this question quite often by patients who attend my Spinal Care Class. The answer is quite simple. As soon as possible after birth.

This answer occasionally startles people because they think if they do not have pain, why should they be examined?

If this philosophy was applied to dental evaluations and treatment, the condition of your teeth would be quite nasty. You could have multiple cavities, and possibly gum disease before you ever had any symptoms. What a shame! Why not be proactive and find out early if you have a spinal problem, and then correct it or improve it as much as possible. You then have the option of maintaining a better quality of life, and enjoying optimum health.
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Why do some people go to chiropractors over and over again? Someone told me once you go, you have to go forever.
A: Ultimately, your health is your own business. Many people in the last 10-15 years have discovered that ultimately, your health is your responsibility, and no one else's. Therefore, by learning the fundamental truth that "structure determines function" they desire to have their structure as normal and healthy as possible. Once your posture is corrected, you may require (and often do) occasional check ups to insure you remain aligned normally. This is not such a foreign concept. Think the people you know who have had their teeth aligned. More often than not, a "retainer" is required to maintain the new and healthy position of the teeth.

Ultimately, you decide what you want out of chiropractic care in my office. If you simply want to get rid of your pain without drugs or surgery, and as soon as you feel better, be done with your care, you may certainly choose this option (called "Patch Care"). However if you want to be as structurally sound as possible, you may choose to correct or improve your spine as much as is possible ("Fix Care") and then periodically be checked to be sure you are as good as can be ("Wellness or Maintenance Care").

Please contact me to discuss your options for better health...naturally!

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