吳中德脊骨神經專科

Jimmy Wu Chiropractic

What is Chiropractic?

        Chiropractors, known as Doctors of Chiropractic or chiropractic doctors/physicians, use a combination of treatments which are predicated on the specific needs of the individual patient. A chiropractor can develop and carry out a comprehensive treatment/management plan which can include spinal adjustments, soft tissue therapy, nutrition, prescription of exercises, and health and lifestyle counseling.

        Chiropractic was founded in 1895 by D. D. Palmer in the USA, and is now practiced in more than 100 countries.
　

         Chiropractic is a complementary and alternative medicine health care profession whose purpose is to diagnose and treat mechanical disorders of the spine and musculoskeletal system with the intention of affecting the nervous system and improving health. Chiropractic uses manual treatments including spinal adjustment and other joint and soft-tissue manipulation. It is based on the premise that a vertebral subluxation or spinal joint dysfunction can interfere with the nervous system and result in many different conditions of diminished health.
　

        The practice of chiropractic utilizes clinical interventions that support the natural ability of the body to heal itself without the use of drugs and surgery. These interventions include

• Manual procedures such as chiropractic adjustment, other joint manipulation, joint mobilization, and soft tissue techniques
  　
• Adjunct treatment measures such as physiological methods including ultrasound and electrotherapy, acupuncture, and the use of back supports and orthotics
  　
• Specific exercise programs
  　
• Patient education on ergonomics and posture, nutrition, use of health supplements, and other lifestyle modifications.