Chiropractors understand that one of the main causes of pain and disease is the misalignment and abnormal motion of the vertebrae in the spinal column called a subluxation. Chiropractic works by removing these subluxations in the spine, thereby relieving pressure and irritation on the nerves, restoring joint mobility, and returning the body back to a state of normal function.
Numerous studies have demonstrated that chiropractic care is one of the most effective treatments for back pain, neck pain, headaches, whiplash, sports injuries and many other types of musculoskeletal problems. It has even been shown to be effective in reducing high blood pressure, decreasing the frequency of childhood ear infections, and improving the symptoms of asthma. More and more scientific research is demonstrating the tremendous detrimental impact that subluxation have on the tissue of the body. In order to be truly healthy, it is vital that your nervous system be functioning free of interference from subluxations. Chiropractors are the only health professionals trained in the detection, location, and correction of the vertebral subluxation complex through chiropractic care.
The chiropractic adjustment is a quick thrust applied to a vertebra for the purpose of correcting its position, movement or both. Adjustments are often accompanied by an audible release of gas that sounds like a 'crack.' The sound sometimes shocks people a little bit the first couple times they get adjusted, but the sensation is usually relieving. Occasionally, minor discomfort is experienced, especially if the surrounding muscles are in spasm or the patient tenses up during the chiropractic procedure. There are times when the audible 'cracking' does not occur. This is often due to either significant muscle tightness or that the patient may be having a hard time relaxing during their adjustments.
In this section, you will find articles on chiropractic's history, how wellness and medical care differ, and what exactly is an "adjustment" is and how it's used in an chiropractor's office.
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Neck Pain: Chiropractic Can Help
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Newsletter Library, Back, Body & Joint Pain
Who hasn't had neck pain at one time or another? What's more, many of us have experienced on-going neck troubles at some point during our lives. Looking at human anatomy, it's no wonder pain strikes us so often in this vulnerable area. While the neck structure gives us an amazing range of movement with
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The Bottom Line on the Bird Flu
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Newsletter Library, Illness Prevention
It’s
hard to turn on the television or listen to the radio without hearing about
the dangers of an impending pandemic of the Avian Flu (often called the ‘bird
flu’). Day after day, the media interview expert after expert who
claim that the bird flu is going to cause massive
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Get Healthy, Stay Healthy in the New Year
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So, it's a New Year, which traditionally means it's time for a fresh start.
This year, why not make a resolution to improve your health? It's time
to start the self-improvement plans we've been putting off for so long.
Following these ten tips will increase your chances of living longer
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Soccer Kids Need Protection
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Newsletter Library, Kid's Health
Ever since 1984, the year soccer passed baseball as the most popular team
sport in the United States, participation in this sport has skyrocketed.
With increasing numbers of children running and kicking their way down
soccer fields across America, doctors of chiropractic are urging
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Keeping Athletic Kids Healthy & Fit
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Newsletter Library, Kid's Health
In today's age of health and fitness, more and more kids are involved
in sporting activities. Although being part of a football, soccer or Little
League team is an important rite of passage for many kids, parents and
their children could be overlooking the importance of proper nutrition
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Today's Fashion Can Be Tomorrow's Pain
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Newsletter Library, Injury Rehab & Prevention
Looking your best might not always be the best thing for you. Today's
society is extremely fashion and style conscious. Unfortunately, clothing
designers and stylists aim to please by creating unique looks that might
not always be practical or even comfortable.
The look of the season
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Travel Can Be a Pain In Your Back
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Traveling can be rough on the body. Whether you are traveling alone on businessor on your way to a sunny resort with your family, long hours in a caror an airplane can leave you stressed, tired, stiff and sore."Prolonged sitting can wreak havoc on your body," says Dr. Scott Bautch, immediate past president
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Prepare for Winter Sports Activities
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Newsletter Library, Exercise & Fitness
When snow, ice and frigid weather blast into town, watch out, says the
American Chiropractic Association (ACA). Winter recreational activities
and chores can pose problems for the outdoor enthusiast whose body is not
in condition. Winter sports like skating, skiing and sledding can
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Surviving the Holidays
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The day after Thanksgiving is a milestone of sorts in America. It reminds
us of just how quickly the year has gone by— and how close we are
to the holiday season. This realization— coupled with the fabulous
sales at major department stores and malls everywhere— helps make
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Don't Let Housework Be a Pain in Your Back
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Newsletter Library, Back, Body & Joint Pain
Household
chores can be a pain in the sacroiliac. Unless you're careful, routine
activities around the home— washing dishes, vacuuming, even talking
on the phone— can strain your back, including the sacroiliac area
near the tailbone, and result in debilitating discomfort.
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