WHAT IS A CHIROPRACTOR?
Holistic Healing: Chiropractors’ Approach To Wellness
Chiropractic care is a holistic approach to healthcare that focuses on the relationship between the body’s structure, particularly the spine, and its overall function. At Gunderman Chiropractic and Wellness Center, our chiropractors believe in the body’s natural ability to heal itself, and our treatments aim to support and enhance this innate healing process. Going beyond the conventional focus on back and neck pain, doctors address a wide range of conditions, including fibromyalgia, allergies, insomnia, headaches and more.
Chiropractors’ Techniques: Restoring Alignment And Function
By taking a holistic approach, chiropractors go beyond just treating symptoms. They delve deeper to identify and address the underlying causes of health issues. They understand that symptoms often arise from imbalances or dysfunctions within the body, and by correcting these imbalances, the body can naturally restore its equilibrium and heal itself.
Chiropractors use a variety of techniques to facilitate healing and regain proper function. One of the most well-known techniques is spinal manipulation or adjustment, where they apply gentle force to targeted joints to enhance mobility, alleviate pain and restore proper alignment. By realigning the spine, they relieve pressure on the nervous system, which can positively impact the functioning of other body systems.
Beyond spinal manipulation, doctors integrate complementary therapies and treatments to enhance the healing process. These may include therapeutic exercises, nutritional guidance, lifestyle adjustments, soft tissue therapy and ergonomic recommendations. Taking a personalized approach, they consider your overall health, medical history and specific condition to create a customized treatment plan that caters specifically to your needs.
Holistic Healing Vs. Symptom Management
What sets chiropractic care apart from conventional medicine is its commitment to a natural and non-invasive treatment approach. Unlike conventional medicine, chiropractors target the root cause of the problem rather than relying on temporary fixes with medications. They don’t use drugs that act only as temporary band-aids, providing short-term relief without addressing the underlying issue.
Instead, they prioritize working with the body’s innate healing mechanisms. By tapping into the body’s own ability to heal, chiropractic care aims to not only alleviate symptoms but also foster long-term health and wellness.
What To Expect In A Chiropractor’s Session
During a chiropractic session, our doctors address all the factors that may be negatively impacting your health. They conduct a personalized evaluation of your body, which includes a thorough medical history review and a comprehensive physical examination to develop a customized health program tailored specifically to your needs. During the examination, they may evaluate your posture, range of motion and perform various orthopedic and neurological tests to identify any areas of concern. In some cases, diagnostic imaging like X-rays or MRI scans may be recommended to gather more information.
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