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Chiropractic DefinitionChiropractic is based on the concept that the human body has an innate self-healing ability and seeks homeostasis, or balance. According to general chiropractic theory, the nervous system plays an important role in maintaining homeostasis-and hence health. But "subluxations" (misalignments of bones within joints) or "fixations " ( abnormalities of motion) interfere with the flow of nervous impulses and diminish the body's ability to stay healthy. Through manipulation ( is movement of short amplitude and high velocity that moves the joint beyond where patient's muscles could move the joint by themselves but short of ligament rupture) of the bones and their associated muscles and joints, particularly the spine, chiropractors work to correct these misalignments, thereby improving the function of the neuromusculoskeletal system and restoring homeostasis. Practitioners use a holistic approach to health, which is appreciated by most patients. The goal is not merely to relieve the present ailment, but to analyze the cause and recommend appropriate changes of lifestyle to prevent the problem from recurring again. They believe in a risk/benefit analysis before use of any intervention. The odds of an adverse outcome are extremely low. Today's chiropractors are divided into two major camps. On one side are the straights-traditional chiropractors who believe that subluxations are at the root of disease and that manipulation is the best treatment. On the other side are the so-called mixers, whose approach represents a mix of traditional and progressive techniques. Chiropractors have developed and refined a variety of manual therapies, particularly those known as high velocity and short amplitude. A number of systems have been developed and refined and may be used in a chiropractic session. These include: Activator technique, applied kinesiology, diversified technique, flexion-distraction technique, Gonstead technique, sacro-Occipital Technique, Thompson terminal technique. Chiropractic PurposeChiropractic treatment carries none of the risks of surgical or pharmacological treatment. Chiropractic has proven in several studies to be less expensive than many more traditional routes such as outpatient physical therapy. Relief from some neuromuscular problems is immediate, although a series of treatments is likely to be required to maintain the improvement. Spinal manipulation is an excellent option for acute lower back pain, and may also relieve neck pain as well as other musculoskeletal pain. Although most back pain will subside eventually with no treatment at all, chiropractic treatment can significantly shorten the time it takes to get relief. Some types of headache can also be successfully treated by chiropractic. It has become well-accepted treatment for acute pain and problems of the spine, including lower back pain and whiplash, ear infections, dysmenorrhea, infant colic, migraine headaches, and other conditions. Click here for the help page to schedule your appointment now.Click here to go to the next Therapy page Click to go back, to the list of alternative medicine therapies page |