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Gordon Dubois asked:


The art and science of the chiropractor has often been maligned by the western health establishment. The historical animosity is mostly due to the fact that western medicine tends to employ a philosophy of reductionism, which states that the best way to understand how the human body works, how pathologies originate, and how to treat them can best be accomplished by reducing the body to its component parts. The body is classified into organ systems, then into individual organs, which are then divided into their component tissues, and finally individual cells themselves. Traditional western medicine seeks to localize the cause of pathology and then treat the disorder at the narrowest level of scope possible. This reductionism is in direct contrast to the holistic approach taken by the chiropractor. The chiropractor, much like the traditional Chinese medicine practitioner, realizes that the body can not be effectively reduced into component parts. The chiropractor views life as an emergent phenomenon that both encompasses and transcends its component parts. In recent years, many western science practitioners have begun to appreciate the holistic approach of the chiropractor and chiropractic treatments are starting to find their rightful place in the medical mainstream.

The chasm between holistic health care and traditional western medicine is narrowing. Just as physicians are beginning to appreciate the benefits of holistic approaches to health, some chiropractors are also employing some of the techniques and tools of conventional western medicine in their practice. Traditional spine manipulation techniques are combined with modern radiological diagnostic equipment to determine the most effective treatment for the patient. Chiropractors are also trained to recognize the symptoms of serious conditions, such as cancer, and when they detect such a disorder they refer the patient to a health care provider that specializes in that condition. Clearly, chiropractic practice is increasingly being seen more as a complement to traditional health care rather than a direct competitor.

The public has taken note of the changing relationship between the chiropractor and the physician. For this reason, many insurance policies now provide coverage for chiropractic treatments. Additionally, the United States Armed Forces now mandates that all service men and women must have access to a chiropractor while in active service. Many athletes also take advantage of chiropractic treatment, both professional and amateurs. The United States Olympic team keeps a number of chiropractors on staff and chiropractic care is now seen as an integral part of the modern athletic training regimen.

The increased acceptance of chiropractic along with other holistic therapies is not accidental. Scientific studies have shown that holistic techniques are highly effective at treating certain kinds of disorders, including some disorders that can not be easily treated using standard medical techniques. Holistic medicine, once viewed as a fringe pseudoscience, is enjoying an increasingly positive reputation among the general public as well as professional health care providers. Since chiropractic care is now more widely available than in days past, and since many insurance policies now cover the services of a chiropractor, the health care consumer finds that he or she has more options than before and is therefore able to take a more active role in planning his or her own health care.



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Shaun Parker asked:


There are hundreds of potions and lotions on the market claiming to reverse our natural ageing process on the outside, but have you considered what lies within? While you literally try to save your skin, the body underneath is still racking up the years and there may be trouble ahead. Seeing a chiropractor could improve that situation.

Our body constantly has to replace itself. The 75 trillion cells that make us into human beings are replaced either every few days as with the bowel, or every few months as with red blood cells. As the old cells die, a photocopy of that cell replaces it. But there’s a problem. The body can’t quite match the quality of the DNA in the old cell and we’re left with an inferior copy. This is the ageing process.

One theory of ageing is that an accumulation of inferior cells leads to deterioration in the function of our body and soon symptoms, such as joint pain, begin to appear. How quickly we age depends upon each individual and factors such as exposure to toxins and infections can also decrease our lifespan. Human beings have an average life expectancy of 85 years but by delaying the process of ageing we can, and do, live longer than that. But it’s not just about life expectancy. We want to enjoy our later years too.

Progresses in anti-ageing science mean the early detection, prevention and treatment of age-related disorders and disease can improve our quality of life as we get older and help us to have healthy and fulfilling lives into and beyond our average expectancy. And chiropractic therapy is one practise that can help you do that.

Chiropractic corrects alignment of our spine and joints. This alignment is essential in maintaining a healthy nervous system (the system by which, among other things, helps fight disease). Taking care of our nervous system can potentially boost certain chemicals in our body that are important in the cell DNA reproduction process – the same process by which we age.

Many of the causes of disability in later life include: degenerative disorders of our nervous system (such as dementia), disease of the musculo-skeletal system (such as arthritis) and loss of hearing and vision. In fact, chiropractic as we know it today was born from a correction of a displaced bone in the spine that was causing deafness in a man.

Chiropractic therapy has proven an answer to all of these problems if detected early and if the correct therapy is undertaken by a fully qualified and registered chiropractor. It can also restore and maintain muscle, joint and nerve tissue which is important in staying fit and flexible. A chiropractor can also advise you on diet and any supplements that aid healthy nutrition.

Chiropractic has been at the forefront of anti-ageing medicine and an astute chiropractor can begin to reverse the conditions that accelerate the ageing process. Waiting for the pain to start is a sign that damage has already taken place. Take control of your health now and you’ll have a better chance of feeling better for longer.

If you haven’t had your spine and nervous system checked for correct alignment, now could be the perfect moment to see a chiropractor. Time spent discovering and treating any issues today could pay dividends tomorrow and in the years to come.



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Alan King asked:


Do you suffer from muscle or joint pain in your back, hips or legs? Living with pain and muscle spasms can interfere with your everyday life, and cause trouble sleeping. Here are some facts on how going to the chiropractor helps you achieve maximized living.

Many people believe that if they suffer with excruciating lower back pain they simply have to live with it. Why spend your life suffering when you can ease the pain dramatically, and even improve circulation and ease of movement? Getting out of bed is hard for many people who have lower back problems. You don’t have to live this way – in fact, you can feel better and have more mobility than you have had in years.

Here are some examples of how going to the chiropractor can help you achieve maximized living:

 



Reduced pain and soreness – Chiropractic care enables you to experience easier movement, allowing you to do the activities you enjoy such as golfing, or simple things like gardening.

Increases circulation and flexibility – Many times when you have lower back problems, you experience pain and numbness in your legs. Increased circulation can reduce numbness and tingling in your lower extremities.

Reduce the likelihood of injuries – Regular visits to your chiropractor can greatly decrease the chance of injury. By relaxing the muscles, you can perform everyday tasks with a much lower probability of injuries occurring.

Overall improved health – Chiropractic care involves more than just massage and treatment on your lower back. Many doctors include nutritional and fitness programs with treatment. Promoting overall mental and physical health makes a big difference in treating physical ailments.



 

Chiropractic care is not just for seniors. Anyone who suffers excruciating headache or lower back pain can be a candidate. Seniors benefit by increased vitality, and children are proven to suffer less with asthma, ear infections and other ailments.

Many times, good mental health makes a big difference when it comes to physical pain. It is a fact that depressed people have more aches and pains than people who do not suffer from mental conditions. This is another reason why going to the chiropractor helps you achieve maximized living. Treating muscle and joint damage includes many aspects of your life – your mental outlook as well as physical treatment.

These are just a few of the advantages of chiropractic treatment. Many people experience a return to normal activities within a short period of time! Why should you give up your lifestyle and eliminate activities you love when you don’t have to?

Don’t limit fun and enjoyment in your life. Achieving maximized living by visiting your chiropractor is a choice that is available to you. Live your life to the fullest!



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