Did you know that there are many ways to adjust the spine? - There are over 200 different chiropractic techniques used by practitioners around the world. Here are some of the ones that we use in our office.
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Full Spine - Gonstead Care
Full Spine - Gonstead Care
This style of chiropractic gained its popularity in the late 50s in the town of Mount Horeb, Wisconsin. Dr. Gonstead used his knowledge of automotive engrneering
Due to Dr. Heckman's indepth knowledge of this style of care this is the predominate technique used in the office at this time. This style is characterised by a five part system: Patient Symptomotology, Visualization, Static and Motion palpation, Spinography and Instrumentation. Using all of these tools a clear picture is derived about how and where the best location to correct your vertebral subluxations is. Once this is done the proper table selection is made based on your spine and films
Upper-Cervical Specific
Upper-Cervical Specific
The upper cervical specific adjustment is a very focused and percise adjustment performed on the upper most vertebrae in the spine. Due to the rich neurological ties to this area of the spine there can be wide spread effects throughout the body.
Sacro-occipital Technique
Sacro-occipital Technique
During his time at Palmer Dr. Heckman took extra training in this light and relaxing style of chiropractic. The Techinque itself was designed by na engineer and chiropractor named Major DeJarnette. He has found great results using this technique due to its gentle and specific application to the spine.
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