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Chiropractic
Developed in the late 19th Century, chiropractic seeks to diagnose and treat disorders of the spine, joints, and muscles with techniques of manipulation, and to maintain the health of the central nervous system and organs. Chiropractic is the most widely practiced branch of complementary medicine worldwide. This is do to the continuous success in treating spine & neck disorders, muscle, joint & postural problems, sciatica, headaches/migraines, gastrointestinal disorders, tinnitus/vertigo, menstrual pain, and asthma to just name a few.
Acupuncture
Part of Traditional Chinese Medicine, acupuncture has been practiced in China for thousands of years, but became widely known in the West only in the 1970’s. Its use as an anesthetic and for pain relief received sensational press coverage. Acupuncturists may or may not use fine needles in specific points on the body as a treatment for disorders ranging from musculoskeletal problems/arthritis to addictions. Instead, other modalities may be implemented. Today, acupuncture is widely accepted by Western medical establishments. Many Western doctors merged the two medical models to best treat their patients.
Massage & Bodywork
Human contact combined with gentle touch and comfort is the oldest and simplest form of medical care. This style of healing has long been recognized in many cultures throughout the world do to the strong physiological as well as emotional effects. Massage & Bodywork can be used to promote general well-being and enhance self-esteem while boosting the circulatory and immune systems. The benefits are to diminish stress related conditions (insomnia/headaches), muscle and joint disorders (arthritis and back pain), pain relief, high blood pressure, depression & anxiety, digestive disorders (constipation), skin tone and more. Different massage techniques have been developed and integrated into various complementary medical and health systems.
Neuromuscular &Trigger Point Therapy
This comprehensive program of soft tissue manipulation balances the body’s central nervous system with the musculoskeletal system. Based on neurological laws that explain how the central nervous system initiates and maintains pain, the goal is to help relieve the pain and dysfunction by understanding & alleviating the underlying cause. Neuromuscular therapy can help individuals who experience distortion and biomechanical dysfunction, which is often a symptom of a deeper problem. It is also used too locate and release spasms and hyper contraction in the tissue, eliminate trigger points that cause pain, rebuild the strength of injured tissues, assist venous and lymphatic flow , and restore postural alignment, increase range of motion in joints, proper body mechanics, and flexibility to the tissues.
Symmetry: Postural Strength & Conditioning Programs
Postural Dysfunction/Distortion “GRAVITY” is a cause to an imbalance of the muscular system. Here, gravitational force (33.5 lb. per square inch) is constantly pulling the body toward earth. Gravity causes the body to compensate in an effort to retain balance. Muscle contraction, body distortion and pain are the results of compensations the body makes in order to maintain structural balance. Symptoms can generally be resolved with proper treatment, exercises and education.
Symmetry marshals the laws of physics as they pertain to the optimal design and flawless operation of the human musculoskeletal system. Symmetry achieves this by simple concepts of 90 degree alignment against the constant force of gravity. Postural Therapy Programs do not mask or heal symptoms. This program corrects the problem that caused the symptoms. Specifically, getting to the root of the problem is accomplished through objectively measuring the client’s intrinsic muscular imbalances and compensations that have developed over time, where exacerbated by injuries and or the lack of correct environmental stimuli. Symmetry is a non-invasive, anaerobic-isometric and isotonic postural strengthening/stretching program. Routines are sequenced and delivered in a proven-effective order according to the planar deviations demonstrated by the client. The client adheres to this neuromuscular re-education process until a more appropriate motor pattern is established and stabilization around the force of gravity is permanently achieved. The client then experiences increased productivity and performance (both athletically, professionally and otherwise), improved alertness and clarity, enhanced fine motor skills, increased explosiveness, balance and endurance, and improved quality of life resulting from pain and injury free existence!
Ergonomic (The Electronic Injury Era) & Biomechanical
Assessment/Set-Up
“Avoid repetitive strain injuries/cumulative trauma disorder”
Ergonomic and Biomechanical Dysfunction causes an imbalance to the musculoskeletal system. This often is the reason for faulty movement patterns. Repetitive strain/sprains of certain soft tissues cause adapted movement patterns. These patterns become muscular “habits” and must be reeducated. The work setting is a great place to see this.
Computer usage, light touch keyboarding, high speed typing, pointing a mouse or a trackball, improper keying technique or body posturing, gaming, lack of adequate rest, taking breaks to stretch your body/limbs and relax your eyes and more are all causes of “unnecessary stress" on tendons, nerves, muscles, in the hand, wrist, arms, shoulders, upper back and neck.
Gait Analysis – Orthotic Sandal Fitting
Gait analysis, in this situation, looks for any abnormalities of the body while standing and in walking motion. We are specifically observing to identify the heal placement when striking the floor and the relationship of the head, upper trunk, arm swing, pelvic, upper and lower legs, ankle and foot action.
Selecting the appropriate orthotic sandal is imperative to assist with decreasing or eliminating any previous pain or discomfort. The level of faulty foot mechanics shall determine the level of orthotic correction. With a heal placement brought to a neutral strike, the individual shall immediately experience less stress and shearing on the problem area(s). Individuals with no discomforts will also feel the difference when finally walking in the corrective sandal. This product is truly a preventative tool to assist with a pain and injury free lifestyle.