The chiropractic perspective on health and disease emphasizes two fundamental concepts:
- The structure and condition of the body influences how the body functions and its ability to heal itself.
- The mind-body relationship is instrumental in maintaining health and in the healing processes.
- Although chiropractic shares much with other health professions, its emphasis and application of philosophy distinguishes it from modern medicine. Chiropractic philosophy gravitates toward a holistic (“total person”) approach to healing which combines elements of the mind, body and spirit and maintains that health depends on obedience to natural laws, and that deviation from such laws can result in illness.
Chiropractic Philosophy includes:
- Emphasis on patient recuperative abilities rather than surgery
- Recognition that dynamics exist between lifestyle, environment and health
- Understanding the cause of illness in order to eliminate it, rather than simply treat symptoms
- Recognition of the centrality of the nervous system and its intimate relationship with the capacities of the human body
- Balancing benefits versus risks of clinical interventions
- Recognition of the primary importance of monitoring progress closely through appropriate diagnostic procedures
- A patient-centered, hands-on approach focused on influencing function through structure
- Focus on early intervention emphasizing timely diagnosis and treatment of conditions that are wholly functional and reversible
Chiropractic philosophy blends an effective combination of conviction, critical thinking, open-mindness, and appreciation of the natural order of things. Chiropractic focuses on the establishment and maintenance of a relationship between patients and their environment which is most conducive to functional well-being.
First Visit Experience:
Congratulations! This is the experience that will bring you closer to good health!!!
When you enter the office, you will be greeted by a friendly, courteous staff that will take your important medical information and will guide you through our office. Please bring any pertinent information such as MRI reports or X-rays. A thorough chiropractic, orthopedic and neurological examination will be performed to help diagnose your condition. X-rays may be taken to help rule out aggravating factors. If needed, other diagnostic tests may be ordered.
Once your doctor has reviewed the radiographs and their exam findings, you will be given a full report of what can be done to ensure the improvement of your condition.
If your doctor feels chiropractic will help you, then a treatment plan will be given. Treatment is tailored to your specific needs. Your first visit usually takes anywhere from 45 to 50 mins. Arriving fifteen minutes early for paperwork will help to ensure a low wait time to meet your doctor.
We look forward to serving you.