Understanding Chiropractic Care and How It Can Benefit You

What Is Chiropractic?

"Chiropractic is a branch of the healing arts which is concerned with human health and disease processes. Doctors of Chiropractic are physicians who consider man as an integrated being and give special attention to the physiological and biochemical aspects including structural, spinal, musculoskeletal, neurological, vascular, nutritional, emotional and environmental relationships.

The practice and procedures which may be employed by Doctors of Chiropractic are based on the academic and clinical training received in and through accredited chiropractic colleges and include, but are not limited to, the use of current diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Such procedures specifically include the adjustment and manipulation of the articulations and adjacent tissues of the human body, particularly of the spinal column. Included is the treatment of intersegmental aberrations for alleviation of related functional disorders.

Chiropractic is a drug-free, non-surgical science and, as such, does not include pharmaceuticals or incisive surgery. Due regard shall be given to the fact that state laws, as well as the nation's antitrust laws, may allow Doctors of Chiropractic to utilize ancillary health care procedures commonly referred to as being in the common domain." -American Chiropractic Association 2005

What Conditions Can Chiropractic Help?

Chiropractic can help a wide variety of health problems. Did you know that chiropractic not only helps to relieve neck/back pain, but also can help with organ function as well. The spinal nerves pass through openings in your spine, to communicate with these organs. Your nervous system begins at the brain and continues through your spinal canal, eventually leading to all the muscles and organs of your body. If you have interference along one of those nerves then your muscles or organs may not be getting the information needed to work properly. People have a hard time understanding how chiropractors, because of this relationship of the nervous system, can help with such things as: ear/sinus infections, allergies, bed wetting, bowl irritations, heart burn, blood pressure and heart arrhythmia. See the Nerve Innervation Chart for a better visual.

How Often Do You Have To Get Adjusted?

Chiropractors work with the internal healing ability of each individual. Every individual is different and each body reacts in different ways. The treatment plan is based on the individual’s history, chiropractic examinations, and how well the body might be able to respond to care. You might ask the question, “Do you have to keep going to the chiropractor once you start?” The answer is YES! We want you to keep coming to see us. Do you go to the dentist for regular check-ups whether you think there is something wrong with your teeth or not? Prevention is the main focus. Thus, we are interested in nerve conduction, nutrition, exercise, strength, flexibility, and your mind set. With these you are within reach of obtaining optimum health.

What Educational Background Do We Have?

The Doctor of Chiropractic is uniquely trained to help the body's natural healing ability by locating and correcting nervous system interference. The following are the minimum educational and professional requirements to become a licensed Doctor of Chiropractic in Colorado:1. Minimum of two years of undergraduate schooling with an emphasis on sciences2. Graduating from an accredited Chiropractic College which consists of four years of additional schooling.3. Successfully passing the rigorous testing by the National Certified Board of Chiropractic Examiners, to become nationally certified.

Licensed chiropractors also have to obtain continuing education credits to stay aware of the new chiropractic research and protocols per year.

Chiropractors have a total of 2,887 hours in the basic sciences and 4,485 hours total, consisting of adjusting, manipulation, kinesiology, and other various specialty techniques. Just to give you a comparison Medical Doctors have a total of 2,756 of basic sciences and 4,248 hours total, consisting of pharmacology, general surgery, immunology, and other subjects related to their specialty.

How is San Juan Chiropractic Different From The Other Chiropractic Clinics?

At San Juan Chiropractic you have the chance to reach optimum health with a holistic approach. We treat your body as a whole through chiropractic adjustments, massage, nutrition, and education for prevention of injuries. The office is full of energy and with each visit you will feel the energy. With two doctors and 5 therapists in the office there are a variety of techniques and interests which will benefit the health of each patient. The doctors stay aware of the current research and knowledge by attending seminars yearly. The office is open Mon-Fri each week and we can be available on weekends for emergency cases because we know your health does not take days off. We encourage you to stop by and let us help you reach optimum health!