Treatment Methods
The most important process of your treatment is the initial examination. It is during this process that the underlying cause of your complaint is identified. This is done by taking a thorough history, postural analysis, gait analysis, neurologic exam, orthopedic exam, and what I call movement pattern analysis.
Movement pattern analysis is a process of looking at a series of common movements that everyone performs throughout the day, such as walking or squatting, and then identifying any abnormalities in that movement. In some people a certain muscle may have become shortened and is chronically tight. Or perhaps a set of muscles have become chronically weak over time, causing symptoms elsewhere in the body. This identification process is subtle and complex, but once uncovered treatment can potentially unravel a chronic problem that has not responded to other types of care in the past.
Treatment sessions typically consist of spinal manipulation of any joint restrictions found during the initial exam. To accomplish this there are several techniques at my disposal from traditional adjustments with my hands to gentler techniques that do not involve a "pop" sound. As mentioned above, much time is devoted to correcting any muscular dysfunction with gentle stretches, specific exercises on floor mats or gym balls, and special exercises on rocker and wobble boards if needed. Traditional treatment options such as ice, moist heat, electric muscle stimulation, manual traction, and ultrasound are also at my disposal.
Nutritional counseling and ergonomic advice is offered as well. Please feel free to call or e-mail us with any additional questions you may have.
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Bivrell Chiropractic and Rehabilitation Center
357 McCaslin, Suite 200
Louisville, CO 80027
303-664-9472
EMail: Doc@bivrell.com
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