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Adjustments and/or Manipulations
The word chiropractic comes from Greek words meaning "treatment by hand", which is exactly what chiropractors dothey use their hands to adjust/manipulate the body and promote healing and wellness.
Chiropractic Physicians
Chiropractic Physicians are professionals who diagnose and treat disorders of the musculoskeletal and nervous systems. They use traditional diagnostic testing methods (such as X-rays, MRI, and Lab work) along with specific chiropractic techniques that involve hands-on manipulation of the articulations (joints) of the body. Chiropractors also offer nutrition and healthy lifestyle counseling. Chiropractic Physicians elect not to prescribe medications, and they do not perform surgery; however, many chiropractors work closely with medical doctors and will refer a patient when necessary.
Chiropractors believe one of the main causes of pain and disease is the misalignment of the vertebrae in the spinal column (this is called a chiropractic subluxation). Through the use of manual detection (or palpation), carefully applied pressure, massage, and manual manipulation of the vertebrae and joints (called adjustments), chiropractors are able to relieve pressure and irritation on the nerves, restore joint mobility, and help return the body's homeostasis.
The term "adjustment" refers to the specific manipulation chiropractors apply to vertebrae that have abnormal movement patterns or fail to function normally. The objective of the chiropractic treatment is to reduce the subluxation. The end result is an increased range of motion, reduced nerve irritability and an improved function.
The adjustment made by the Chiropractic Physician consists of a high velocity, short lever arm thrust applied to a vertebra, which is somethimes accompanied by an audible release of gas (joint cavitation), depending on the technique used by the Chiropractic Physician.
What are the CHIROPRACTIC SUBLUXATION components?
1. Kinesiopathology (abnormal movement of vertebrae).
2. Myopathology (abnormal muscle funtion).
3. Pathophysiology (abnormal function of the spine and body).
4. Histopathology (abnormal tissue function).
5. Neuropathology (abnormal function of the nervous system).
In Summary
Chiropractic has come a long way since its beginnings. Today, there are over 50,000 licensed chiropractors practicing in the United States. Because of its success in treating back and neck problems and as a result of recent research and changing attitudes, chiropractic has become more accepted and is now considered by many to be a part of mainstream Western medicine. In fact, many hospitals now have chiropractors on staff, and they are a part of the Medicare/Medicaid systems. Chiropractors are currently being incorporated into the U.S. military health system. Chiropractors are also recognized by the court system as expert witnesses in their field.