Chiropractic Care and Body Structure
Chiropractic care is based on the premise that the spine controls every function in the body. Thus, misalignments of the spine can cause pain and dysfunction in every body system. We have all had pain or discomfort in which something is simply “out of whack”. Chiropractic seeks to find the misalignment and restore what has shifted out of balance.
Spinal Manipulation
Moving your neck from side to side or sitting in a chair and twisting your spine can often result in an audible “pop.” This is spinal manipulation. Dr. Umer Fayyaz, however, engages in spinal manipulation based on information gathered with x-rays, a physical exam, and details obtained from each patient. A specific working knowledge of the spine, vertebrae, and every nerve in the body is the foundation of how to proceed with spinal manipulation. The most commonly used technique is the high velocity low amplitude (HVLA) thrust technique.
High Velocity Low Amplitude
(HVLA)After your initial evaluation and x-rays, Dr. Umer Fayyaz will typically begin with a series of high velocity low amplitude thrust techniques. The goal is to gradually restore a functional range of motion to the joints. This technique involves positioning the patient’s body in specific ways to shift vertebrae in the spine. Often, Dr. Umer will use a special table to position you properly for the adjustment. HVLA adjustments can involve any of the following:
- Neck
- Upper back
- Mid back
- Lower back
The body is often positioned on the table in a variety of ways to promote spinal adjustment. Arms, shoulders, legs and hips are moved and manipulated to move the spine into greater alignment.
Healing Touch
Everyone in the world has experienced the relief of cracking the neck of back to release tension. Chiropractic adjustments simply combine that simple healthy motion with the science of how the spine and nervous system work. When the spine is misaligned, every system has the potential to experience pain, illness and dysfunction. If you or someone you love is in need of treatment, contact us at Dr. Umer Pain Relief & Chiropractic Care. We will thoroughly explain the process of adjustments and other therapies offered to restore the body to optimum wellness and function.
