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7 Types of Chiropractic Methods for Pain Relief

Petrak Family Chiropractic Center

In this blog, we will discuss 7 types of chiropractic methods frequently used today. Palmer, focuses on misalignments of the upper cervical spine, particularly the atlas (the first vertebra at the base of the skull). This involves using X-rays to pinpoint the exact position of the atlas. Palmer, in 1910.

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Why Should You Choose Chiropractic Care for Your Neck Pain?

Evolve Chiropractic

In this blog, we will delve into the reasons why choosing chiropractic care, particularly from Evolve Chiropractic Algonquin Commons, can be beneficial for managing neck pain. Through gentle adjustments, chiropractors can realign the vertebrae, relieving tension in the neck and promoting optimal nerve function.

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Understanding the Different Types of Chiropractic Specialties and Their Benefits

Petrak Family Chiropractic Center

In this blog post, we will explore the various types of chiropractic specialties—ranging from massage therapy and physiotherapy to sports therapy and pediatric care. Its gentle nature makes it suitable for patients who may not be comfortable with the manual thrusts of more traditional adjustments.

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Why Shifting to a Function-First Approach in Chiropractic Matters

CLA

Misaligned vertebrae are seen as obstacles to a healthy, well-functioning body. Instead of relying solely on X-rays to show structural changes, scans measure the nervous systems functional performance. They might still have a slight misalignment on their X-ray, but if their nervous system is thriving, theyre on the right track.

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What Chiropractors Need to Know About Nervous System Scanning

CLA

Lets cut to the chase: if youre still relying solely on X-rays and manual assessments, youre missing the bigger picture of whats happening inside your patients bodies. Unlike tools that focus on structure (like X-rays), these scans reveal whats happening at the functional level. X-rays show structure, not function.

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Why Nervous System Scans Are Transforming Chiropractic Care

CLA

Unlike X-rays , which focus on structure, these scans assess nerve communication, adaptability, and efficiency. How Nervous System Scans Compare to Traditional X-Rays X-rays show the spines structure, while nervous system scans reveal its function. Lets dive deeper!

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Exploring the Connection Between the Nervous System and Spinal Health

CLA

When a vertebra shifts out of place, it can compress or irritate the nerves passing through. Youre not just aligning vertebrae. A classmate and wonderful humanist wrote a recent blog on how in the early … Read More BY Dr. David Fletcher 3 MINS READ Scanning Methodology in Chiropractic What are we looking for with scans?

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