Chiropractic Certifications and Degrees
- Selective Functional Movement Assessment-Certified – 2009
- Functional Movement Screen-Certified – 2009
- Spine Research Instituion of San Diego – 2005
- Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician – 2003
- DC Degree, Lifewest Chiropractic College, California – 2000
- MS Degree, Virginia Tech University, Virginia – 1998
BS Degree, Longwood College, Virginia – 1986
Chiropractic Techniques
Diversified
The classic chiropractic technique, developed by D.D. Palmer, DC. Uses specific manual thrusts focused on restoring normal biomechanical function. Has been developed to adjust extremity joints as well.
Activator Methods
Uses the Activator Adjusting Instrument instead of by-hand adjustments to give consistent mechanical low-force, high-speed clicks to the body. Utilizes a leg-length analysis to determine segmental aberration.
Thompson Drop Technique
Uses a precision adjusting table with a weighing mechanism which adds only enough tension to hold the patient in the “up” position before the thrust is given.
Inversion Therapy
A natural form of traction that uses your own body weight and gravity to decompress weight-bearing joints. While performing this strength exercise, the body is rotated and suspended, gravity’s force applies traction, resulting in a customized stretch that elongates the spine, increasing the space between the vertebrae, which relieves the pressure on discs and nerve roots. Less pressure means less back pain. Inversion stretch exercise may be best known as a method to relieve back pain, but it’s also an effective way to stretch and relax muscles, reduce stress and tension and provide healthy movement for ligaments.
- Relieves Back Pain
- Inversion Exercise Reduces Stress
- Stimulates Circulation and Lymph Flow
- Improves Posture
- Reduces Muscle Tension and Stress
- Strengthens Ligaments
- Increases Flexibility
- Increases Range of Movement
- Reduces the Effects of Aging Caused by Gravity
- Achieve Functional Fitness ( a state of flexibility, strength and balance that supports youthful movement and activity )
