Chiropractic works by restoring the normal and healthy functionality of your central nervous system by adjusting the spine. Chiropractic was first recognized in the 1890s and the term “chiropractic” originates from the Greek words “chiro” and “praktikos,” which means “hand” and “practice.”

New patients will fill out a comprehensive health history, and a problem focused-questionnaire. They will sit down with Dr. Parham to discuss their specific needs and goals. Dr. Parham will perform a thorough musculoskeletal and neurologic examination. Based on your goals and the exam findings, Dr. Parham will develop a treatment plan that best suits you and your needs. The treatment plan will be reviewed and agreed upon by you and Dr. Parham.

Everyone can benefit from Chiropractic care!

Chiropractors are trained to evaluate the entire musculoskeletal and nervous systems which are highly related and co-dependent of each other. If one system has a disturbance it can affect the function of the other.

In our technology-based world, neck and back pain from improper posture is at an all-time high. “Text neck” has become a widely discussed epidemic starting much earlier in life than any previous generation. Early degeneration due to this posture is causing more neck, shoulder, arm, upper back and low back problems. This can also lead to increased occurrences of headaches and migraines.

Dr. Parham has specialized training in infant and pediatric assessment and adjusting. Birth is  traumatic to infant musculoskeletal and nervous systems. Plus, she is trained to treat pregnant women too! We have a specialized table and pillows to keep our moms-to-be as comfortable as possible during their treatments.

A Chiropractic adjustment is performed after a thorough examination of the patient’s spine and nervous system. The Doctor of Chiropractic will find the vertebral segment of fixation or “subluxation” (this mean the vertebral joints are not moving in the optimum range, no bones are “out of place or joint”). They will take a contact on this joint and give a low amplitude/high velocity (light and quick) thrust to restore the bodies natural motion.

The popping or “cracking” noise sometimes heard during an adjustment is the release of fluid pressure in the joint, similar to when one pops their knuckles. It is the same principle as initially opening a bottle of Coke and getting the “pop” from the release of carbonated gas. It is not harmful and will not cause arthritis later in life.

Note: it does not indicate whether an adjustment “worked” or not. If there is not a large enough pressure build up in the joint the adjustment will not cause an audible sound. Similar to the Coke, once it’s been opened it does not repeatedly make noise every time you open the cap.

We work with, and can recommend, local birthing specialists/educators, doulas, and midwives to help you have the birthing experience you want. These resources can also provide education on nutrition, health and wellness before, during and after your pregnancy.

We will be hosting educational classes and workshops in the near future. Let us know if there is a topic you would like to see covered!

You may also find these resources from the ICPA useful.

The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) is a good place to start. They recently reported that the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) printed a new study supporting the use of “spinal manipulation therapy (SMT) as a first-line treatment for acute low back pain.”

The ICPA is a great resource for parents.  Learn more about the Webster technique, research, and other information.