Chiropractic care can relieve chronic pain
Posted: 10.05.2010 at 1:25 PM
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If you have acute or chronic pain that appears to be muscle or joint related, you may be in need of chiropractic care.

What is Chiropractic?
Chiropractic is a scientific healthcare system that seeks to ensure proper nerve communication throughout the body. Nerves send signals via the spinal cord to the rest of the body. When nerve flow is reduced so signals cannot reach their destination, the body becomes less healthy over time. If uncorrected, this can contribute to symptoms and/or disease.

What Do Chiropractors Do?
Chiropractic doctors locate areas of the spine where nerve flow is reduced (called subluxations).  If a patient has subluxations, the chiropractor will recommend a series of spinal adjustments to remove pressure from nerves by gently moving a misaligned (twisted) spinal bone back into its central, healthy position. Adjustments may be given by a doctor's hands or with a small instrument and they should feel comfortable to the patient.