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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April Newsletter: How Your Chiropractor Can Help with a Rotator Cuff Injury
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Chiropractic treatment might be the answer to your rotator cuff pain.
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April Newsletter: How Therapeutic Exercises Can Help You Heal
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Wish you could heal faster? Therapeutic exercises from your chiropractor could help.
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March Newsletter: Chiropractic Care for Neuropathy
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Do you have neuropathy? Chiropractic could have the answer to your pain.
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March Newsletter: Chiropractic Care for Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (Runner's Knee)
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Struggling with runner's knee pain? Chiropractic care can ease your kneecap pain.
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February Newsletter: Chiropractic Care for Fibromyalgia
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Chiropractic care might be the answer to your fibromyalgia pain.
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February Newsletter: How Your Chiropractor Can Help with Degenerative Disc Disease
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Struggling with back or neck pain due to degenerative disc disease? A visit to the chiropractor could relieve your pain.
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January Newsletter: The Role the Feet Play in the Kinetic Chain of the Body
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Got back pain? Your feet could be to blame.
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January Newsletter: Natural Pain Relief: How Chiropractic Can Help Your Back Pain
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Not sure what to do about back pain? Give your chiropractor a call.
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December Newsletter: How Wearing High-Heeled Shoes Can Lead to Scoliosis
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Could wearing high heels lead to a painful back condition?
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December Newsletter: Chiropractic Care for Hip Pain
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Got nagging hip pain? Chiropractic care could help.
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November Newsletter: Tips for Chiropractic Adjustment Aftercare
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Do you know how to take care of your body after a chiropractic adjustment?
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November Newsletter: How Chiropractic Care Can Help Runners
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Frustrated by running injuries or pain? Chiropractic care can help.
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October Newsletter: Can Chiropractic Care Help with Digestive Disorders?
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Could chiropractic care offer the solution to your digestive problems?
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October Newsletter: Chiropractic Care to Improve Workplace Ergonomics
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Could chiropractic care and ergonomics be the keys to easing your work-related aches and pains?
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September Newsletter: Chiropractic Care for Tendinitis
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Not sure what to do about tendinitis pain? Call your chiropractor!
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September Newsletter: How Your Chiropractor Can Help with Chronic Pain
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Tired of living with chronic pain? Find out if chiropractic car can help.
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