What are subluxations?

Subluxations are spinal misalignments, which interfere with the proper functioning of the nerve system.  They may have the effect of making the messages travelling along the nerve system too loud or too soft, too fast or too slow, or even jumbled up.  It is important to know that just because you don’t feel pain or have any symptoms it doesn’t mean you don’t have subluxations.  This is because it depends how and what nerves are being irritated.  In fact only a small percentage (less than 10%) are feel pain, the rest are running your body.

How do subluxations occur?

Subluxations may be caused by excessive stressors that are part of our every day lives.  This stress may be physical (i.e. slips, falls repetitive movement, sport, accidents, sedentary lifestyle, even the birth process), mental (i.e. stress, anger, grief) or chemical (i.e. bad nutrition, paint fumes, pollution).  Many everyday things can cause subluxations and they may occur everyday in our bodies.  99% of the time the body is able to correct these without us ever knowing about them.  However, the problem is that 1% of the time our body can’t so we need to see a chiropractor regularly.

How do I know whether I need to see a Chiropractor?

Chiropractic is for everyone. As most subluxations have no symptoms everyone should have their spine checked regularly for subluxations. Subluxations can occur as early as the birthing process, so it is advisable to be checked as young as possible.  Remember the earlier they are detected the easier they are to correct.  Waiting for pain before you visit a chiropractor is like waiting for your teeth to rot before you see a dentist, or waiting for your car to break down before you see a mechanic.

Can Chiropractic help me maintain my health?

Absolutely. A healthy spine and nervous system allows your body to function better and be coordinated properly.  It helps your body achieve peak performance, that is why it is so important to get regular checkups. 

At Harman family Chiropractic we also promote a healthy lifestyle with a focus on education, holding regular complimentary health and wellness workshops for you, your family and friends.  These educational classes are designed to allow you to make more informed choices about improving your health and wellbeing.  The aim of these sessions is to help you get well and stay well, saving you time and money and enjoying good health.

Is Chiropractic Safe?

Definitely. Doctors of Chiropractic provide care for their patients using safe, gentle and scientific techniques.  Chiropratic is drug free and surgery free.  It is a natural form of health care.  To give you an idea of just how safe, in a recent study (Colas et al: Neurology, April 2004:62:1338-1342) Chiropractic was found to be 250 times safer for a headache than taking anti-inflammatory drugs. 

If you have any concerns or questions please ask Dr Sam for more information.  The more you can learn about Chiropractic the more benefit you can gain from it.  Chiropractic care is safe and appropriates for people of all ages.