Did you know?
The spinal column is made up of 24 movable bones called vertebra. Along with the brain and spinal cord, it is an integral part of the nervous system, your body's communications center.
Vertebrae are stacked on top of each other, and are separated by pads called discs. Discs act as shock absorbers and provide spacing between the vertebra, and flexibility to the spinal column.
The spinal column houses the spinal cord, which is the body's communication link to the brain. nerves exit the spinal column through the small openings between the vertebrae called foramina. Every tissue and organ in the body is connected to nerves. they are controlled by nerve impulses that originate in the brain, travel down the spinal cord via nerves to their destination, and then back again to the brain.
Any interference of this message system can cause a disturbance in the normal body functions.
A subluxation occurs when one or more vertebrae are out of natural alignment. this places pressure on the spinal nerve and affects the transmission of nerve impulses. as a result, the function and healing process of vital parts and organs of the body is affected. Back pain, headaches, shoulder, hip, and leg pain, as well as other symptoms are often the result of vertebral subluxation.
Chiropractic care focuses on locating and returning these vertebrae to a more normal position, there by removing pressure off of spinal nerves. This enables the life-giving nerve impulses to travel freely to affected areas and restore health.
Our Care and Approach
We specialize in low back pain, sports injuries motor vehicle accident injuries and work related injuries.
Consultation
Each patient and condition is unique. Evaluation and treatment is based on your specific health concerns, background, family history, work environment and leisure activities.
Quality Care
After a detailed orthopedic and neurological exam is performed, a detailed analysis, explanation of the condition, and prescribed corrective treatment is provided.
Combined Approach
One of the most common misconceptions surrounding chiropractic is the belief that chiropractors do not advocate the use of medication or surgery. At Peace Chiropractic Clinic nothing could be further from the truth. Our office works with and receives referrals from area medical physicians. We also keep an extensive list of physicians to whom we refer. We believe by providing treatment options including medications when necessary, we can better serve our patients.
Spinal Manipulation/Therapy
The mode of treatment most often used at Peace Chiropractic Clinic is spinal manipulation. A wealth of research exists on the effectiveness and safety of appropriately administered spinal manipulation. Therapy modalitites are also administered when pain, spasm and inflammation are present. Exercises are given to virtually ever patient. Activities of Daily Living are also discussed with each patient, in addition to nutritional issues when appropriate or requested.