Chiropractic is a unique form of health care that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of health problems associated with the bodies neuromuskuloskeletal (nerves, muscles, bones) system. Chiropractors believe that vertebral dysfunction alters many important bodily functions by affecting the nervous system and that skeletal imbalance through joint dysfunction can cause muscle spasm and pain. Along with the pain associated with muscle
spasms, they can also adversely affect the nervous system creating a cycle of perpetuating dysfunction and pain.
The chiropractic approach to health care is holistic, stressing the patient's overall health and wellness. They seek the cause of pain and dysfunction rather than the elimination of symptoms. Chiropractors provide natural, drugless, non-surgical health treatments and rely on the bodies inherent recuperative abilities.
Chiropractic is best known for its great success in treating low back and neck pain. However, the scope of chiropractic extends far beyond these complaints. Therefore, we want to know about all of the conditions and symptoms that you currently have. Prior to any treatment you will be asked to fill out a health history to help us better understand the nature of your condition. This is followed by a thorough consultation, during which the Doctor will ask you a number of questions regarding the history of your condition and your current symptoms. Finally the doctor will perform a pertinent examination using physical, neurological, and orthopedic tests to determine the cause of your
complaints and the overall health of your body.
X-rays are useful diagnostic tools that we provide for our patients to allow for a thorough evaluation of the injured area. Since we use a very specific technique it is important to have this information in order provide you with the best treatment possible. Additionally, we occasionally find a problem that the patient was not even aware of.
"To see is to know, while not to see is to guess." We will not guess about your health.
CHIROPRACTIC ADJUSTMENT
One of the main tools that chiropractors use for the treatment of conditions arising from dysfunction of the neuromuskuloskeletal system is the chiropractic adjustment. The chiropractic adjustment mainly addresses joint dysfunction which often leads to pain in that area and could lead to nerve dysfunction.
The chiropractors at the Pro-Active Wellness Center utilize a diversified adjustment technique. This technique incorporates the most effective procedures from the many different chiropractic disciplines and is extremely effective in treating a wide range of conditions. Never in the history of chiropractic have we been able to provide the level of help and expertise that exists today. These newer correction methods are even safer, more comfortable, and more effective than ever before.
In addition to using our hands to correct restrictions in the joints, our chiropractors have been trained to use other tools for specific situations. The Activator, for example, is very gentle, but effective, and is useful in patients that cannot tolerate the regular chiropractic adjustment. SOT Blocks are implemented in situations where the pelvis is misaligned and the patient cannot tolerate the side posture adjustment. These blocks are positioned specifically to allow your pelvis to gently settle into the correct position while you lay down. These alternatives allow people of all ages to enjoy the benefits of chiropractic.
ACTIVE RELEASE TECHNIQUE
Active Release Technique (ART) is a patented, state of the art soft tissue system/movement based technique that treats problems with muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia and nerves. Headaches, back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, shin splints, shoulder pain, sciatica, plantar fasciitis, knee problems, and tennis elbow are just a few of the many conditions that can be resolved quickly and permanently with ART. These conditions all have one important thing in common: they are often a result of overused muscles.
Every ART session is actually a combination of examination and treatment. The doctor uses his hands to evaluate the texture, tightness and movement of muscles, fascia, tendons, ligaments and nerves. Abnormal tissues are treated by combining precisely directed tension with very specific patient movements. The treatment is fast, safe, and extremely effective. Thousands of world champion athletes have discovered the benefits of ART. All of Pro-Active Wellness Center's practitioners are certified in ART.
REHABILITATION
During the initial phase of treatment our doctors will take the time to teach our patients particular exercises to help strengthen and correct their own unique problem. These exercises can be performed in the comfort of your own home and can improve the
effectiveness of the treatments provided at our office.
After the patient's pain has been alleviated it is important to rehabilitate the body or injured area. This is done to restore optimal functioning to the body and to prevent the issue from returning. A specific rehabilitation program will be tailored to each individual which will usually consist of stretches and strengthening exercises. Following the rehabilitation of an injury, not only will the physical aspects be improved, but also the mental, psychological, and sociological aspects of your life as well.
PHYSIOTHERAPY MODALITIES
The Pro-Active Wellness Center offers several modalities to complement and enhance the treatment procedures listed above. These include ultrasound, interferential electrical muscle stimulation, intersegmental traction, mechanical traction, cervical traction, moist heat therapy, and cryotherapy.
NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENTS
Supplements are not only important in the healing process but also in the prevention of disease. In principle, the goal of any holistic treatment approach is to support and strengthen your body so that it can manage on its own. In practice, however, there are several reasons why many people can benefit from a good quality natural supplement. You may believe that if you eat a balanced diet that you should be getting all of the vitamins and minerals that your body needs. This is often incorrect. You usually can’t get everything from your food. Our Western diet consists of food that is overly processed, hormone-pumped, high in sugar, low in fiber, and lacking proper nutrition due to a depletion in nutrients in our agricultural soil.
You may not guess how much impact a trace mineral deficiency can have until you have started a supplement regimen and find that you have more energy and awareness, and fewer aches and pains. Many people also benefit from supplements due to the stress of daily living. At the speed our lives move today, stress is a major factor in illness and fatigue.
Please note that there are thousands of supplements available, and not all of them are natural, of good quality, and easily absorbed by the human body. Some of the synthesized vitamins pass right through you with no benefit; others can even be toxic (even the “natural” ones: natural does not always mean “safe”). At the Pro-Active Wellness Center we carry only products that use high quality and pure ingredients manufactured with exceptionally strict standards.
