Is a visit with the chiropractor on your winter calendar?
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Chiropractic doctors practice natural, drugless, non-invasive health care and rely on the body's ability to self-heal. Sounds ideal, but just how does it work?
We look at the whole picture
Like other health-care providers, we follow a standard routine to gain information about the patient. We consult, review the case history, conduct a physical examination, and we may request laboratory analyses and/or x-rays. Unlike other health-care providers, however, chiropractic physicians also conduct a careful analysis of the patient's structure and pay particular attention to the spine. We also ask you about your life- Do you eat well? Exercise at all? How do you deal with stress? Do you have children? What do you do for work? And so on.
We seek the origin of the problem
Using this information, a diagnosis is made. Included in the diagnosis is the probable reason for your pain or discomfort. It is important to note that chiropractors seek the origin of the illness in order to eliminate it-we do not simply treat the symptoms. If your roof is leaking, do you simply catch the drips in a bucket for years on end, or do you repair the roof to prevent it from leaking? Similarly, if the migraine headache you've had all week is being caused by misaligned vertebra and an irritated nerve, do you continue to take pain killers indefinitely, or do you realign the vertebra to prevent the pain? You get the picture.
We fix the origin of the problem
Chiropractors have a term for misalignments: subluxations. A vertebral subluxation is a misalignment of the bones that protect the spinal cord. It's a leak in the roof. Or a kink in the wiring of your nervous system. The severity of the subluxation can vary, and there are a number of potential contributing factors that can be physical, emotional, mental, or chemical. The subluxation can be caused by any number of incidents, from birth trauma to an auto accident to simple repetition or over-use.
In this section, you will find articles on the mechanics of chiropractic care, its effects, and misconceptions.
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January Newsletter: Why You Should Visit Your Chiropractor This Winter
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December Newsletter: Custom Orthotics Could Be What You Need to Fight Foot Pain
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December Newsletter: Healthy Eating Tips for the Holiday Season
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Worried about gaining weight during the holidays? The healthy eating tips will help you avoid piling on the pounds.
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November Newsletter: It's always a good idea to visit your chiropractor after an auto accident
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November Newsletter: Dealing with back pain? A herniated disc could be the cause
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Jaw Pain? You May Have TMJ
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Too Much Tech Could be Causing Your Neck Pain
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The Benefits of Chiropractic for Heart Health
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Back to School Chiropractic Care
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Want to make the return to school a more pleasant for your child? Schedule a visit with the chiropractor.
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Don't Let Back Pain Get You Down This Summer; Chiropractic Can Help
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Spending too much time on the couch due to back pain this summer? Chiropractic treatment could help you salvage your summer.
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Chiropractic Care for Osteoarthritis
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Chiropractic and Headaches
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Have headaches become an unwelcome part of your life? Chiropractic care may help you finally get rid of your pain.
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How to Make Sure Your Chiropractic Adjustment Lasts
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A few surprisingly simple steps can help you maintain your chiropractic adjustment results longer.
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Chiropractic and Vertigo
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Medication isn't the only solution if you suffer from vertigo. Chiropractic treatment may finally stop the spinning.
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How Chiropractic Care Can Help While Pregnant
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How to Enjoy Summertime Activities Without Back Pain
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