Many people are unaware that chiropractic care can be used to treat a wide variety of physical issues, such as migraines and headaches, concussion, chronic pain due to injury, illness or strain, and much more.

The word “chiropractic” is derived from the Greek words “cheri” (hand) and “praktos” (done) combined to mean “done by hand.” It was chosen as a name by the developer of chiropractic, Daniel David Palmer. In 1895, D.D. Palmer performed a chiropractic adjustment on a partially deaf janitor, Harvey Lollards, who later reported that his hearing had improved due to the treatment.

Chiropractic doctors go through a minimum of four years of schooling at a chiropractic college, which is generally preceded by an undergraduate degree in the basic sciences or years of experience in a prior relevant healthcare field.

Students of chiropractic care must spend a minimum of at least 4,200 hours with their teachers, and a minimum of 1,000 hours of fully supervised clinical training with qualified instructors, as they learn the appropriate diagnosis and treatment techniques to help heal your body and restore it to its natural, fully functioning state.

Non-force chiropractic employs a unique and sophisticated method of diagnosis.  This treatment allows the patient’s body itself to indicate the existence and precise location of nerve interference as well as the directions of misalignment of the structure in question.  With such precise information, it often requires no more than a light force thumb thrust to introduce a complete and long-lasting correction to any structure in the body.

Dr. Paula uses the Erchonia EVRL laser, the “Cadillac of lasers,” to access tissues at the cellular level in order to decrease inflammation and pain, increase range of motion, stimulate nerve function, break up scar tissue, and speed up tissue healing.

Yoga and meditation typically go hand-in-hand and have been around for thousands of years. They have been used as an alternative form of exercise to keep the mind and body healthy and happy. Practicing yoga improves balance, endurance, flexibility, and strength, while meditation helps keep the mind sharp, relieves stress and anxiety, and can strengthen your immune system.

Practicing a few simple poses, breathing techniques, and positive coping skills can help manage stress, improve mental clarity, manage chronic conditions, and promote a healthier lifestyle.

The manner in which we nourish ourselves impacts all the organs and systems that keep us alive and thriving, including the nervous system. Dr. Paula is able to use her decades of experience to advise patients on nutritional practices and supplements that will dovetail with and enhance the adjustments she provides.