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What are electrical modalities (US, IF, Russian Stim, E-stim and TENS) anyways?

In my practice I offer modalities after performing a through physical examination IF I feel it would benefit the patient with their care. A modality is a type of electrical, thermal or mechanical energy that causes physiological changes. It helps to improve circulation, decrease swelling, reduce muscle spasms and help alleviate pain. As with any …

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Activator Technique

What’s an Activator®?

Have you ever wondered what an Activator® is and how it works? Well today’s post is going to be brief summary about this little handheld tool that some patients lovingly refer to as “the clicker”.  An Activator is a spring loaded instrument that provides a gentle quick impulse to the spine and makes a “clicking” …

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What is Chiropractic? What do Chiropractors do?

Google Definition: noun: chiropractic a system of complementary medicine based on the diagnosis and manipulative treatment of misalignments of the joints, especially those of the spinal column, which are held to cause other disorders by affecting the nerves, muscles, and organs. Chiropractic is non-invasive, natural, hands-on health care discipline that focuses on the Musculoskeletal System …

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