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Chiropractic is a branch of the healing arts that is concerned with the health of the spine and nervous system and their roles in maintaining the health of the whole body. Chiropractic philosophy consists of the understanding that the body contains an innate or inborn intelligence that organizes, repairs, and maintains the body via the nervous system. Chiropractors affect the nervous system through the use of adjusting techniques that consist of stimulation or manipulating the articulations of the spine and other joints of the body. Staying true to the understanding of the body's innate intelligence, chiropractors refrain from the use of drugs or surgery in their efforts to heal the body. In addition to adjusting the spine and extremities chiropractors are also concerned with the nutritional and emotional needs of their patients.
Acupuncture is an ancient practice that originated in China. Archaeology dates the oldest discovered stone or “bian” needle back to as far as 10,000 years. The practice of acupuncture is still a main staple in Oriental medicine today. Acupuncture involves the ability to manipulate the body’s energy or Chi by the use of specific acupuncture points on the body. These points lay on what is called a meridian or channel. Each one of the 14 main channels contain the Chi of the body. The channels deliver this Chi to all parts of the body both inside and out. Think of the channels or meridians as rivers. These rivers carry the water or Chi along a certain path to a certain destination. Along the way the river brings precious water to all the living things that need it. As long as the river is free to flow there is no problem, but if the river is blocked then there becomes a pool. If on the other hand the river is fed too much water, then the banks overflow and flooding occurs. Both pooling and flooding of Chi is harmful to the body and can cause disease. In Acupuncture the doctor pays careful attention to flooding or pooling and can help restore health by balancing out the meridians or channels.
Auriculotherapy is a system of using specifically mapped points in the ear to treat many conditions. These conditions range from addiction therapy and weight-loss to depression and anxiety. Auriculotherapy is a micro-system of acupuncture. The doctor will use small pellets and electricity to stimulate the auriculo-points. The pellets can be worn for a long period of time allowing for an extended treatment away from the office.
Acugraph® Digital Meridian Imaging™:
The Acugraph-Digital Meridian Imaging is a powerful computerized diagnostic tool that the doctor uses to measure the activity of your body’s channels or meridians. It can tell the doctor accurately and consistently if there is any pooling or flooding of your body’s Chi energy. The doctor can then make a decision as to what acupuncture point he will use to bring balance back to you body. Click here for more on the Acugraph.
The separate bones that form the cranium or skull rotate, expand, or flare in response to our normal breathing patterns. If these cranial bones become fixated or are unable to move normally, then problems can arise. These problems can range from loss of smell to headaches. Abnormal motion of the cranium can also effect the Cranial-Sacral Mechanism, which when interrupted, can have dramatic effects on the way the spine and nervous system function.
This is a chiropractic technique that focuses on balancing the Cranial-Sacral Mechanism. By doing so, the doctor can bring about correction of the different areas of the spine and pelvis. The corrections are made by utilizing mechanical blocks and the patient's own weight against gravity to correct the pelvis. The pelvis is the foundation of the spine and needs to be stabilized in order for the rest of the spine to be in alignment.
The doctor uses exercises to help stabilize and strengthen the regions of the body that need it. By utilizing exercises your adjustments will hold longer and you will recover faster. Each exercise program is customized to your needs and will be incorporated into your treatment plan. Some exercises will include the use of a Swiss ball or other assistive equipment.
We at Northwest Chiropractic understand how deeply important it is to support the bodies natural ability to heal and rebuild itself by supplying it with the necessary building blocks. The nutritional supplements that we sell are all pharmaceutical grade, and are of natural whole-food sources which are not synthetically created. It is important to remember all aspect of the healthy body and the maintaining of a balanced diet including proper fats and essential nutrients. By doing this you help rid the body of the chemical and nutritional interferences that can reduce you health and healing ability. The United States is the most over-fed and under-nourished nation on the planet and it is vitally important to have this interference eliminated.
Erchonia Medical PL-5 Low Level Laser:
The PL-5 is the most advanced, FDA approved, Low Level Medical Laser. The benefits of the Laser comes in the form of its ability to "turn on" your cells. In the case of injury or trauma the Laser help speed up the recovery and repair process by reducing inflammation, swelling, and pain. Some of the conditions that can be treated with the Laser are lesions, scars, rashes (such as shingles), and neuromuscular pain. Click here for a recent article in USA Today.
Bio-Energetic Synchronous Technique (BEST):
B.E.S.T. is a physical yet non-forceful, energy-balancing procedure used by the hands to reestablish the full healing potential of the body using its natural healing abilities. B.E.S.T. removes the interference and/or distractions that are demanding the attention of the healing power; thereby causing the imbalance in the autonomic nervous system and ultimately leading to disease. Researched at major universities, taught as an elective in many chiropractic colleges and in professional continuing education seminars, B.E.S.T. is recognized by the industry as an effective healing science. (credit www.morter.com)