What Is A Chiropractor?
A Chiropractor is a doctor who uses gentle hands on techniques known as adjustments to
correct painful problems that can affect any part of your body. A Chiropractor is trained nd
licensed to diagnose and treat muscular and joint problems that can lead to many types of
symptoms. A Chiropractor is the only doctor who has received years of training specific to the
manipulation of the body. Chiropractors are not licensed to prescribe drugs. Instead, they work
towards finding the cause of your problems and then treat it appropriately using many tools.

What Is An Adjustment?
When the 24 bones that protect the spinal cord lose their normal position or motion, delicate
nerve tissue can become choked or irritated. If a thorough examination reveals malfunctioning
areas of the spine, chiropractic adjustments are recommended to help correct this condition.
A chiropractic adjustment is the use of a specific force in precise directions, applied to a joint
that is fixated, or not moving properly. Adjustments help return the bones to a more normal
position or motion, relieving pain and ill health.

Adjustments help normalize spinal function and avoid bone and sot tissue degeneration. When
nervous system function improves in this way, the body can begin the natural healing process.

What Should I Expect On My First Visit?
The importance of your first visit is to determine what is causing your problem. You will begin
by discussing your condition with Dr. Brooke one on one. You will be encouraged to ask as many
questions as possible about your condition and the treatment that you will receive. After this, a
thorough exam will be performed to aid in the determination of the cause of your symptoms. All
findings will be discussed in detail and the rationale for treatment will be explained.

How Long Will I Need Chiropractic Care?
Spinal problems, neglected since early childhood, may require ongoing supportive care for
optimum spinal function. These long-standing problems are often associated with muscle
weakness, soft tissue damage, and degenerative changes to the spine.
Most patients find that periodic chiropractic checkups help keep them in tip-top shape. Those
who are active, have stressful jobs, or want to be their very best, find that a schedule of
preventive care is helpful in the maintenance of good health.

Some patients seek chiropractic care only when their ache or pain becomes unbearable. While
this style of "crisis management" is usually more costly and time-consuming, our office stands
ready to help all patients, regardless of their health goals. How long you decide to benefit from
chiropractic care is always up to you.

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