Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chiropractic?
Chiropractic is a hands-on health care profession that focuses on restoring
the position and function of the joints, both spinal and peripheral. It is a
recognized Health Profession and recognized by statute in all Canadian
Provinces and American States.
In Canada, the approach includes patient assessment, diagnosis and treatment.
There are many reasons why people seek Chiropractic care. Those
suffering with symptoms such as: Back pain, Neck pain, Headache, Dizziness,
joint stiffness and limited motion of the back, neck, shoulders, knees, wrists
and/or ankles will attend a Chiropractor. As well, those dealing with acute and
chronic conditions such as: Strains/Sprains resulting from sport and work-related
injuries, Arthritis, Scoliosis, and Fibromyalgia will visit a Chiropractor. Some
choose Chiropractic for prevention, general health and well-being. Treatment
is non-invasive and without drugs. Management plans can be simple or
comprehensive including therapies such as adjustment/manipulation, soft tissue
mobilization, rehabilitative exercise, low level laser therapy, lifestyle and general
nutritional counseling.
the position and function of the joints, both spinal and peripheral. It is a
recognized Health Profession and recognized by statute in all Canadian
Provinces and American States.
In Canada, the approach includes patient assessment, diagnosis and treatment.
There are many reasons why people seek Chiropractic care. Those
suffering with symptoms such as: Back pain, Neck pain, Headache, Dizziness,
joint stiffness and limited motion of the back, neck, shoulders, knees, wrists
and/or ankles will attend a Chiropractor. As well, those dealing with acute and
chronic conditions such as: Strains/Sprains resulting from sport and work-related
injuries, Arthritis, Scoliosis, and Fibromyalgia will visit a Chiropractor. Some
choose Chiropractic for prevention, general health and well-being. Treatment
is non-invasive and without drugs. Management plans can be simple or
comprehensive including therapies such as adjustment/manipulation, soft tissue
mobilization, rehabilitative exercise, low level laser therapy, lifestyle and general
nutritional counseling.
What is an adjustment?
An adjustment, also known as manipulation or spinal manipulative therapy
(SMT), is the hallmark of Chiropractic treatment. It is a manual technique
that uses highly refined skills developed over years of intensive Chiropractic
education and experience. The adjustment requires a carefully controlled, high
velocity, low amplitude (HVLA) force delivered by the doctor to the patient’s dysfunctional spinal
or extremity joints. The primary goal is to gap the joint and activate the nerve
system. This has a rebalancing effect on the Central Nervous System which
results in better nerve communication, improved function and decreased pain.
(SMT), is the hallmark of Chiropractic treatment. It is a manual technique
that uses highly refined skills developed over years of intensive Chiropractic
education and experience. The adjustment requires a carefully controlled, high
velocity, low amplitude (HVLA) force delivered by the doctor to the patient’s dysfunctional spinal
or extremity joints. The primary goal is to gap the joint and activate the nerve
system. This has a rebalancing effect on the Central Nervous System which
results in better nerve communication, improved function and decreased pain.
How does LASER work?
Low level light (cold) therapy speeds up the healing process. Laser light
can heal wounds, sprains/strains, tears and fractures, decrease inflammation,
and reduce pain. Focused beams of light applied to the skin penetrate deep
into the tissue structure and stimulate chemical and cellular reactions. There
are many clinical presentations that respond well to cold laser therapy. These
include: back, neck, shoulder and knee pain, wounds and scars, sinusitis,
arthritis, tendinitis/tendinosis, sprains/strains, fractures, carpal tunnel syndrome,
and heel spurs.
can heal wounds, sprains/strains, tears and fractures, decrease inflammation,
and reduce pain. Focused beams of light applied to the skin penetrate deep
into the tissue structure and stimulate chemical and cellular reactions. There
are many clinical presentations that respond well to cold laser therapy. These
include: back, neck, shoulder and knee pain, wounds and scars, sinusitis,
arthritis, tendinitis/tendinosis, sprains/strains, fractures, carpal tunnel syndrome,
and heel spurs.
What type of Techniques does Dr. Michele use?
Diversified Adjustment, which is a direct contact, manual procedure.
Activator Adjustment, which is an instrument-assisted, very gentle, reflex
technique.
Drop Technique, which employs the force of the table drop piece.
Trigger Point, Reflex Point, Traction, Cranial Release, and Raindrop
Therapy are all manual, low-force techniques directed to the soft tissues
supporting the joints.
Activator Adjustment, which is an instrument-assisted, very gentle, reflex
technique.
Drop Technique, which employs the force of the table drop piece.
Trigger Point, Reflex Point, Traction, Cranial Release, and Raindrop
Therapy are all manual, low-force techniques directed to the soft tissues
supporting the joints.