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What is Chiropractic ... ?

What is the education of a chiropractic doctor... ?

Is Chiropractic Safe ... ?

Symptoms most commonly treated ... ?

What can I expect from my first few visits? 

About La Plaza Family Chiropractic.. ?

What is Chiropractic ... ?

Chiropractic is a safe, drug-free approach to healing. The spinal cord is protected by the 24 moving bones, which make up your spine. Many everyday activities can cause the joints of the spinal bones to loose their normal position or motion. This results in irritated nerves,
muscles or other soft tissues. A chiropractic doctor is trained to find these areas of spinal malfunction and help return bones to a more normal position or motion. This is achieved by providing a specific force in a precise direction to normalize spinal function and avoid bone and soft tissue degeneration.

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What is the education of a chiropractic doctor?

To become a chiropractor requires a minimum of six years of highly specialized college training.  The science of Chiropractic requires special emphasis on anatomy, physiology, pathology, neurology, biomechanics, X-ray, spinal adjusting techniques, and related subjects.  In addition to the 4,852 hours of classroom instruction, a rigid chiropractic board examination must be completed before earning a license.

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Is Chiropractic Care Safe ... ?

Chiropractic has an excellent safety record.  In the words of the New Zealand government's inquiry, chiropractic care is "remarkably safe."  It is the result of a conservative approach to health that avoids invasive procedures or addictive drugs.

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Symptoms most commonly treated... ?

*Back Pain     *Painful joints     *Arthritis     *Shoulder pain     

*Wrist/Hand pain     *Neck pain     *Stiffness     *Hip pain

*Arm/Leg pain     *Headaches     *Numbness*     *Sciatica

Also Recommended for:

*Improved Sports Performance

*Pregnancy

*Active Children (gymnastics, football, baseball, etc.)

*Overall Better Health

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What can I expect from my first few visits ... ?

• Paperwork -- to help the doctor understand your health history

• Examination -- including orthopedic and neurological tests, spinal alignment check, and a test for restricted or excess motion in the spine

• X-rays -- X-rays provide valuable information about the internal structures of the body.  Only necessary X-rays are performed and special care is taken to decrease the exposure

• Private consultation to discuss results -- the doctor will discuss with you the findings of your examination and X-rays (if taken).  If it is determined that chiropractic care is for you, a personalized treatment plan will be recommended.

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About La Plaza Family Chiropractic ... ?

The goal of La Plaza Family Chiropractic is to provide professional and personal treatment in a comfortable environment.  Our clinic has some of the special touches of home, including a fireplace and a kids play area.  We are equipped with the latest in chiropractic therapy and rehab equipment, including Ultrasound, Electrical Stimulation, Microcurrent, Intersegmental Traction and more.  Both doctors recognize the importance of treating muscle groups, along with the skeletal system in order to achieve the most effective results.  The clinic also offers a variety of vitamins and supplements, cervical pillows, and low back supports.

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