ABOUT CHIROPRACTIC
What is Chiropractic?
Chiropractic is…
- A Natural Method of Healing
- Non-surgical
- Non-invasive
- A Drugless Approach To The Treatment Of Patients
Dr. Bruce focuses on spinal health and wellness as the keys to overall health and well being.
Because of the interrelatedness of the body’s various systems, chiropractic theory holds that spinal mechanics, including the vertebrae, corresponding nerves and soft tissues, play a primary role in the health of the whole body.
What Does a Chiropractor Do?
The primary treatment for spinal dysfunction (spinal misalignment or subluxation) is a procedure known as vertebral adjustment, or spinal manipulation. A technique in which the chiropractor skillfully applies pressure to an area of the spine (or other joint) that is not functioning properly or is out of alignment. The procedure is often, but not always, applied manually. The intended result is:
- Reduced Pain
- Reduced Inflammation
- Restored Function to the Injured Area
In addition to spinal manipulation, patients may also receive a treatment plan that uses physiological procedures. Possible Treatment Plan Options include:
- Ultrasound
- Electric Muscle Stimulation
- Controlled Exercised
- Nutritional Counseling
- Other Professional Advice That May Improve Overall Health
Patients progress will be carefully monitored and treatment will be modified to meet the patient’s changing condition. Should it be found that another type of health care would benefit healing, a referral to the appropriate provider will be made.
Is Chiropractic Right For You?
The choice of a health-care provider is a personal one. Research has shown that chiropractors are well educated, make accurate diagnoses, and their patients are highly satisfied with their care. Considerable commonality exists between chiropractic and medical programs. Chiropractic education spends more time in basic and clinical sciences and nutrition, while medical education spends more time in public health. Little time in medical school is devoted to the study of the neuromusculoskeletal system and related health problems, which is a major focus in chiropractic education.
Neck and Back Pain
Millions suffer needlessly from painful stiffness due to improper body posture forcing the spine out of it’s natural curved shape. When the spine has lost its natural curved shape, the discs are compressed and rich lubricating fluid is unable to penetrate. This causes premature aging in the form of stiff dry joints. Chiropractic allows nutrition to these stiff joints to increase movement and improved disc health.
Migraine Headache Migraine Headache Study
The Nelson Migraine Study compared chiropractic spinal manipulation to amitriptyline for the treatment of migraine headache. Researchers have found that spinal manipulation seemed to be as effective as a well-established and efficacious treatment (amitripytline), and on the basis of a benign side effects profile, and should be considered a treatment option for patients with frequent migraine headaches.
An estimated 90% of men and 95% of women had at least one headache a year and about half of headache sufferers fail to seek treatment. This means a large number of those with headaches suffer needlessly or are self-treating with medications, neither of these solutions addresses the cause or causes of the headaches and, therefore, there is no preventions of future pain.
Dr. Bruce can help you take control of your headaches with your participation in:
- Diagnosis
- Treatment
- Prevention
Once she has determined the cause or causes of your headaches, you will know how to avoid them in the future. Follow all recommended changes to lifestyle, such as improvements in diet, nutrition, exercise and posture, and keep all health care appointments.
Child Chiropractic Chiropractic and Kids
Chiropractic treatments for adults is well known. However, some people fail to recognize the potential benefits that children and adolescents can gain from chiropractic. Numerous studies published in the scientific journals suggest that chiropractic care may be a natural management option for children suffering from such common conditions as:
- Headache
- Otitis Media (middle ear infection)
- Colic
- Nocturnal Enuresis (bedwetting)
- Asthma
Chiropractic management of pediatric conditions begins with an extensive physical examination and health history for the patient. While children may receive manipulation, also called adjustments, the techniques used are designed for use on children, they are not “scaled down” versions of manipulative techniques, the pediatric patient may receive physical modalities such as heat or cold applications, massage, or others as appropriate for the management of each case. Your chiropractor can explain treatments and possible benefits.
In cases where chiropractic care is not the most beneficial form of treatment, or when another type of treatment would complement chiropractic care, the appropriate referral will be made. When possible, your chiropractor will also work with the child’s pediatrician to coordinate care.
