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Chiropractic
Chiropractic
is a branch of the health sciences which focuses on the diagnosis, treatment,
rehabilitation and prevention of mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system.
Chiropractic also assesses the effects of these disorders on the function of the
individual's nervous system and general health. Chiropractic treatment is focused
on manual manipulation of the joints in the body. Chiropractic manipulation treats
areas of decreased movement in the joints. These decreased joint function can
cause a reaction in surrounding tissues (ligaments, muscles and nerves) resulting
in pain and muscle spasm. Chiropractic manipulation is a precisely controlled
procedure which rarely causes discomfort. Chiropractors are also competent to
prescribe rehabilitation exercises and other non-invasive therapies including
nutritional counseling. Chiropractors emphasize the importance of healthy
lifestyles and do not prescribe drugs. As a result, chiropractic care is especially
appealing to health conscious individuals. TOP>>
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