Chiropractic is the largest natural healing profession in the world. It is based on harnessing the inherent restorative power of the body to heal itself without the use of drugs or surgery.
In order to understand Chiropractic Care, it is essential to understand a bit about the Nervous System.
The Nervous System:
The Nervous System is essential to the proper functioning of the body. It is made up of the brain, spinal cord, sensory organs, and nerves. The Nervous System senses, encodes, and relays important sensory information throughout the body. If the communications within the body become compromised or distorted, information cannot be processed properly. Many of these messages are relayed through the spinal cord, which is protected by bones called vertebrae. These 33 bones can be strained due to a stressor pulling on the surrounding muscles, causing what is called a vertebral subluxation. These subluxations create a block in the system and information cannot be relayed properly. Doctors of Chiropractic are trained to locate and correct these vertebral subluxations.
The Warning Signals of a Disruption in the System:
If there is a disruption in your body, such as a vertebral subluxation (explained above), your body creates a signal that there is a problem. These “signals” are more commonly recognized as aches and pains.
Treating the Source:
We aim to treat the source of your pain rather than prescribe medicine to cover it up. By treating the source, we are able to improve your overall quality of life and create a sustainable plan for a more permanent recovery.
If you have any questions, please feel free to ask any of the doctors, who will be happy to answer any questions you may have!
Thank you,
Sincerely,
Monterey Chiropractic Group
