What is chiropractic?
Chiropractic is a branch of the healing arts based upon the understanding that good health depends, in part, upon a normally functioning nervous system (especially the spine, and the nerves extending from the spine to all parts of the body). "Chiropractic" comes from the Greek word chiropraktikos, meaning "effective treatment by hand." Chiropractic stresses the idea that the cause of many disease processes begins with the body's inability to adapt to its environment. It looks to address these diseases not by the use of drugs, chemicals or surgery, but by locating and adjusting a musculoskeletal area of the body which is functioning improperly.
Chiropractic is a branch of the healing arts based upon the understanding that good health depends, in part, upon a normally functioning nervous system (especially the spine, and the nerves extending from the spine to all parts of the body). "Chiropractic" comes from the Greek word chiropraktikos, meaning "effective treatment by hand." Chiropractic stresses the idea that the cause of many disease processes begins with the body's inability to adapt to its environment. It looks to address these diseases not by the use of drugs, chemicals or surgery, but by locating and adjusting a musculoskeletal area of the body which is functioning improperly.
Types of Chiropractic Care:
There are five ways our patients use chiropractic care. Most people start with relief care. Those who discontinue without entering the corrective stage often discover their problem returns. Maintenance care involves periodic visits designed to preserve your progress. Preventive care is similar, but the intent is early detection, so small problems are caught early on. And wellness care is for those who want to be their best. They come in when they’re feeling great because they want to stay that way. We offer you the best care to suit your needs and then let you decide how you want to use chiropractic to reach your health goals.
There are five ways our patients use chiropractic care. Most people start with relief care. Those who discontinue without entering the corrective stage often discover their problem returns. Maintenance care involves periodic visits designed to preserve your progress. Preventive care is similar, but the intent is early detection, so small problems are caught early on. And wellness care is for those who want to be their best. They come in when they’re feeling great because they want to stay that way. We offer you the best care to suit your needs and then let you decide how you want to use chiropractic to reach your health goals.
What can I expect on my first visit?
The first thing a chiropractic physician will do is ask you about the health complaints about which you are chiefly concerned. The doctor will complete a complete medical history including your any prior illnesses, surgical history, medications, traumatic history, family history, dietary habits, other care you may have had (chiropractic, osteopathic, medical, etc.), your job, and other questions designed to help determine the nature of your illness and the best way to go about treating the problem.
A physical examination will be performed in accordance with your doctor’s clinical judgment, which may include x-rays, laboratory analysis and other diagnostic procedures. In addition, a careful spinal examination and analysis will be performed to detect any structural abnormalities, which may be affecting or causing your condition. All of these elements are important components of your total health profile, and vital to the chiropractic physician in evaluating your problem.
The first thing a chiropractic physician will do is ask you about the health complaints about which you are chiefly concerned. The doctor will complete a complete medical history including your any prior illnesses, surgical history, medications, traumatic history, family history, dietary habits, other care you may have had (chiropractic, osteopathic, medical, etc.), your job, and other questions designed to help determine the nature of your illness and the best way to go about treating the problem.
A physical examination will be performed in accordance with your doctor’s clinical judgment, which may include x-rays, laboratory analysis and other diagnostic procedures. In addition, a careful spinal examination and analysis will be performed to detect any structural abnormalities, which may be affecting or causing your condition. All of these elements are important components of your total health profile, and vital to the chiropractic physician in evaluating your problem.
What other services do you offer besides chiropractic?
Our office offers a variety of alternative health treatments, including acupuncture, auriculotherapy, clinical nutrition, physical rehabilitation and massage therapy.
Our office offers a variety of alternative health treatments, including acupuncture, auriculotherapy, clinical nutrition, physical rehabilitation and massage therapy.
Rehab:
Synergy Rehab
Chiropractic rehabilitation involves the restoration of proper joint function of the spine or extremities, and the strengthening of supporting muscles and soft tissues. This will usually involve specific spinal adjustments, combined with a program of stretching, resistance training, and exercises to improve muscle tone. Some patients receive a set of simple exercises or “maneuvers” they can do at home. Other types of injuries will require the use of specialized equipment to isolate and strengthen specific areas of the spine. Dr. Peck utilizes the Synergy Rehab System in his office to accomplish this.
Chiropractic Techniques:
Dr. Peck is well trained in many chiropractic techniques. Dr. Peck is an "old school" chiropractor who practices hands on techniques. He does not employ any instrument adjusting techniques. The most popular techniques he offers:
Dr. Peck is well trained in many chiropractic techniques. Dr. Peck is an "old school" chiropractor who practices hands on techniques. He does not employ any instrument adjusting techniques. The most popular techniques he offers:
- Diversified (Standard in Chiropractic)
- Gonstead
- Thompson (drops)
- Cox (flexion distraction)
Diversified Technique
The Cox Technique is an advanced and gentle chiropractic adjustment for neck and back pain. Unlike surgery, it is a conservative and non-invasive form of treatment. Indeed, it drastically reduces the ill effects, risks and high costs of surgery and has often proven more effective. A specially crafted partially motorized table allows for a wide range of decompressive movements. Further the doctor is always in full control of the table. The Cox technique has become the treatment of choice for most neck and low back pain, and after nearly forty years of research, testing and practice it is one of the most effective treatments available.
FACT: The Cox Decompression Technique is a less invasive and safer substitute for surgery for the 95% of low back pain patients that don’t require surgical procedures.
What does the Cox Technique treat?
• Post-Operative Failed Back Surgical Syndromes
• Herniated, bulging and ruptured discs
• Leg and hip pain due to sciatica
• Spinal stenosis
• Degenerated discs
• Neck and arm pain
FACT: The Cox Decompression Technique is a less invasive and safer substitute for surgery for the 95% of low back pain patients that don’t require surgical procedures.
What does the Cox Technique treat?
• Post-Operative Failed Back Surgical Syndromes
• Herniated, bulging and ruptured discs
• Leg and hip pain due to sciatica
• Spinal stenosis
• Degenerated discs
• Neck and arm pain
Cox Flexion distraction