Traditional Chiropractic

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There are many modes of chiropractic treatment in use today. Some are experimental or ineffective; and some have little to do with adjusting the specific joints of the spine which cause nerve interference and pain. Dr. Tripp uses only time-tested, proven adjusting techniques. The adjustment is the main focus of treatment. Other therapies or x-rays may not be required.

Dr. Tripp treats what are commonly referred to as "pinched nerves." This is an over-simplification but, basically when the facet (connecting) joints of the spine become stuck together, the nervous system sends out a stress signal which results in some type of pain sensation. The sensation can be sharp pain, dull pain, ache, tingling, numbness, burning, coldness, or even loss of function. These symptoms can be in the form of headaches, neck pain, low back pain, pain in between the shoulder blades; pain which radiates to the shoulders, arms, hips, legs, feet or ribs.

An examination reveals which of these joints are the culprits. The object of treatment is to release or "un-stick" the involved joints, in order to allow the body to return them to balance. This is referred to as an adjustment, and it is usually painless. The target of the treatment is the CAUSE of the symptom, rather than the symptom itself.