Spinal Reconditioning <\/em>is a concept that you probably will not hear about at your medical doctor’s office, physical therapy clinic, or even another chiropractic office. \u00a0It is a term that describes several treatment modalities that are used in the right combination and with the right timing, can help return the spine and joints to a better state of function.<\/p>\n The doctor of chiropractic is trained to\u00a0 locate areas of segmental dysfunction (vertebral subluxations) in the spine (and other joints of the body) and restore the proper motion and alignment to these segments.\u00a0 The doctor makes these adjustments either with his hands or with an instrument called an activator.\u00a0 Frequent adjustments are needed early in the treatment plan until the body adapts to its new mechanics.\u00a0 After the first phase of treatment,\u00a0 Spinal adjustments will be administered less frequently<\/p>\n Our\u00a0 Therapeutic Exercise Specialist will custom-design an active rehabilitation program\u00a0 to strengthen\u00a0 the deep spinal, or \u201ccore,\u201d musculature, help to maintain body alignment and target any imbalances in the\u00a0 body.\u00a0\u00a0 Your part in reaching optimum health is to follow your individualized\u00a0 exercise program\u00a0 in order\u00a0 to adapt to the new mechanical changes we are making.\u00a0 It can also help with weight loss, poor balance, and muscle tension or discomfort.<\/p>\n Interferential EMS<\/strong><\/p>\n This is a deep-penetrating electrical current that is applied to the muscles surrounding a problem area in the spine or other joint in the body. It is applied before or after a chiropractic adjustment.<\/p>\n What does it do?<\/strong><\/p>\n –reduces pain<\/p>\n –Reduces inflammation (swelling) in the treated area<\/p>\n –loosens tight and spastic muscles<\/p>\n What is a shoe orthotic?<\/strong><\/p>\n A shoe orthotic is an orthopedic device that is inserted into the shoes.\u00a0 Its function is to correct faulty foot mechanics while walking or running.\u00a0 Poor foot mechanics is the cause of several spinal disorders.\u00a0 These appliances can also be used to treat several foot disorders such as hammer-toes, bunions,\u00a0 and callouses.<\/p>\nTreatment Methods<\/h3>\n
Chiropractic Adjustments<\/em> <\/em><\/h4>\n
<\/em>Rehabilitative Exercise<\/em> <\/em><\/h4>\n
Electrical Muscle Stimulation (EMS) <\/em><\/h4>\n
Custom-Molded Shoe Orthotics <\/em><\/h4>\n