The Question: What is Chiropractic?
This is an age old question which has garnered so many different and sometimes ” goofy ” answers that I am truly amazed. Most people have no idea that chiropractic has been around as long as the medical profession and that chiropractic is the largest drug free health care profession on the planet. Chiropractic care is the recommended way to take care of 1) Low Back Pain , 2) Neck Pain & 3) Head Aches. In terms of research there are far bigger things being found out.
However I would like to offer or submit an answer to the question, What is Chiropractic?
The Philosophy, Art and Science of Natural Healing
Chiropractic is the philosophy, art and science of natural healing. It is based on the premise that a normally functioning nervous system is necessary for health. Interference with normal nerve transmission will impede the bodies ability to regulate and supply nerve flow to body systems, organs and tissues. One of the major places of the body where interference can take place is in the spine.
The Role of the Spine and Nervous System
Millions of body cells receive their nerve supply from the nerve roots exiting between the spinal segments. Misaligned vertebrae can cause significant loss of nerve flow which in turn interferes with the body physiology. Pathology and disease can result from prolonged interference. Chiropractors are trained experts in the detection and elimination of nerve interference.
Beyond Symptoms: Prevention and Maintenance
Funny thing about ” disease ” and ” pathology”. It can be present before symptoms are present. Generally speaking we understand symptoms more than we understand the concept of maintenance, prevention and being pro-active. Chiropractic is preventative in nature, based on wellness and function.
The Chiropractic Adjustment
The chiropractic adjustment removes nerve interference where it is most commonly found and that is the spine. Regular and consistant adjustments allow your body to resist disease and pathology to it’s full potential. It provides for better natural resistance and helps your body heal and recover when necessary.
Chiropractic as Part of Overall Health Care
This does not mean if you get adjusted you will never get sick and it does not mean you don’t need other types of health care. It means chiropractic should be a part of overall health care.
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