Chiropractic is a health care approach that emphasizes the spine, in order to effect general health via the nervous system. Chiropractic care can help several imbalances in the body, including:
Lower back, neck, and shoulder pain
Sciatica
Headaches
Sports injuries
Repetitive stress injuries (RSI)
Pregnancy-related conditions
Whiplash
Scoliosis
Stress-related conditions
Carpal Tunnel Treatment
TMJ Pain Relief
What to Expect From Your First Visit
First, we will have you update us on your current health status. An exam is performed to make sure that you do not need a referral to another specialty. Then we will see how well your spine moves and how you are holding your body. In the case of acute pain, we will do what we can to make you comfortable. X-rays are not required, and it is typical for a patient to be adjusted on their first office visit.
How Does It Work?
There is no process, experience, or movement in your body which is not controlled by the nervous system.Your immune system, your digestion, and all other systems are reliant on a free and functioning nervous system for maintenance of health and balance. With chiropractic adjustments, stress is released from the spine. While many people joke about getting “cracked”, the popping sounds heard in an adjustment indicate that the joints are being released. This is safe as the original motion of the spine is merely restored by stretching and relaxing the muscles surrounding the joints in order to improve circulation. In this process, scar tissues and muscle adhesions are disturbed which can result in temporary soreness as a result of the treatment. As the motion is restored to the joints, circulation and hydration prevent decay in the spine.
We also offer techniques that do not involve cracking, primarily with an activator.
Walk-In Chiropractic
1425 Leimert Blvd. Ste #200, Oakland, CA 94602
510.708.9363
Robert Townsend, Doctor of Chiropractic
Temescal, Montclair, Oakland, Jack London Square, Lake Merritt, Rockridge
