Understanding the various factors in the treatment program
The Chiropractic Adjustment
A gentle, specific movement used to return the vertebrae slowly back into the normal position. This, in turn, eliminates spinal nerve pressure and nerve irritation along with resulting symptoms.
Intersegmental Traction
This therapy, applied at the Orthion table, is used to restore normal motion to the spine. It also features heat and vibration. Remember, "a healthy spine is a flexible spine."
Diathermy
This deep heating therapy is used for relief of pain and local relaxation of skeletal muscles. It has many other uses such as treatment of bursitis, tendonitis, and osteoarthritis. Dr. Noll can tell you if it can help your condition.
High Voltage Galvanism
Don't let the name scare you, this therapy is quite relaxing and beneficial. It is used for muscle relaxation, muscle re-education and for pain control. It is very helpful in the treatment of scoliosis patients.
Ultrasound
A deep micromassage, very beneficial when tissue agitation is needed. Dr. Noll offers the latest in therapy equipment, including a device that has combined both ultrasound and high voltage galvanism, giving both therapeutic effects simultaneously.
Long-Axis Cervical and Lumbar Traction
Built in to the Orthion table, this therapy provides relief for those patients with disk problems and nerve compression. This is an excellent therapy for those patients who haven't responded to other treatment methods.
Flexion-Distraction Table
Dr. Noll has a Barnes flexion-distraction table which provides relief for lumbar disk problems. This table provides gentle non-force movement of the lumbar vertebrae and is another alternative to manual adjustments or long axis traction.
Orthopedic Support
If indicated you will be provided with custom fitted supports and appliances to aid your body in healing during the treatment process.
Exercise
Dr. Noll will provide specific exercises to strengthen your muscles which will protect your spine from future injury.
Nutritional Support
Specific supplementation is important in many cases to ensure that the body has the proper raw materials to effect healing.
Health Care Consultation
All new patients will be shown a series of three tapes which explain what chiropractic is all about. These tapes are essential for new patients to understand how chiropractic works.
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