Naprapathic Treatment

System of health care that employs manual medicine, nutritional counseling and therapeutic modalities, specializing in the treatment of pain caused by connective tissue disorders.

"The Doctor of the future will give no medicine, but will interest his patients in the care of the human frame, in diet, and in the cause and prevention of disease." - Thomas Edison

Naprapathic Medicine is a system of health care that employs Manual Medicine, Nutritional Counseling and Therapeutic Modalities, specializing in the treatment of pain caused by Connective Tissue Disorders.

Connective tissue supports the spinal column and all joints and articulations of the body. Connective Tissue Disorders are characterized by abnormal rigid and/or contracted (strained) ligaments, tendons and muscles. These disorders interfere with nerve conduction and the circulation of blood and lymph. This can result in pain and inflammation to the affected area of the body.

Causes of connective tissue disorders can include traumatic injury – such as car accidents, sports injuries, falls, Repetitive Motion Syndrome - such as work-related computer or machine use, heavy lifting and improper posture.

Doctors of Naprapathic Medicine are connective tissue specialists and use a three-fold strategy in the treatment of connective tissue disorders:

Naprapathic Manual Medicine, which is hands-on, gentle connective tissue manipulation to the spine, joints and articulations of the body.
Nutritional Counseling, which includes recommendations for dietary changes, food supplements through the use of herbs, vitamins and minerals, to assist the body in achieving optimal health.
Therapeutic Modalities, consisting of the use of the effective properties of heat, cold, light, water, radiant energy, electricity, sound, air and assistive devices for the purpose of preventing, correcting or alleviating a physical disability. The modalities include ultrasound, electro-stimulation and low-level laser therapy (LLLT, also known as "cold laser therapy").

Some of the common connective tissue disorders that have been successfully treated by Naprapathic Medicine include:

Neck Pain

The neck is the start of the spinal column and spinal cord. The spinal column contains about two dozen inter-connected, oddly shaped, bony segments, called vertebrae. The neck contains seven of these, known as the cervical vertebrae. They are the smallest and uppermost vertebrae in the body.

What causes Neck Pain?

Abnormalities in the bone or joints
Trauma
Poor posture
Degenerative diseases
Tumors
Muscle strain

Shoulder Pain

Your shoulder is made up of three bones: your upper arm bone (humerus), your shoulder blade (scapula), and your collarbone (clavicle).

What causes Shoulder Pain?

Injury to the soft tissues, muscles, tendons, ligaments
Poor posture
Whiplash
Degenerative disc disease
Muscle strain
Tendonitis
Fracture (broken bone)

Back Pain

Back pain is a common problem that affects most people at some point in their life. There are four major regions of the spine: cervical spine (neck), thoracic spine (upper back), lumbar spine (lower back), and sacral region (bottom of the spine). The vertebrae comprise the boney building blocks of the spine. They are stacked on top of each other with a disc in between each one. All of the vertebral bodies act as a support column to hold up the spine. This column supports about half of the weight of the body, with the other half supported by the muscles. Each of the areas of the spine have some difference in form, function, and attachment to adjacent structures. There are many different medical conditions associated to back pain due to the complexity of the structure. A thorough examination is completed to provide an accurate diagnosis. Each case is different and our doctor will explain the necessary procedures needed to relieve the pain.

What causes Back Pain?

Injury or disease such as: slipped or herniated disc(s), sciatica and etc.
Poor posture
Whiplash
Sprained ligaments/strained muscles or tendons
Heavy or improper lifting
Other condition(s) not listed above

Pain in the Extremities

Extremities are divided into two sections: Upper (arms, wrists) and Lower (Legs, ankles). The nerves that control your lower extremities begin in the lower back spine. Pain in extremities comes in different forms: positional, episodic, and trigger. Positional pain can get better or worse depending on the body's position. Episodic pain can occur following a physically demanding activity or periodically appear. Triggered pain can occur from a stressful motion, weak posture or erratic movement.

What Causes Pain in Upper Extremities?

Frequent repetitive motions
Weak posture
Herniated disc(s)
Tennis elbow
Neurological conditions
Vascular conditions
Fractures
Other condition(s) not listed above

What causes Pain in Lower Extremities?

Sprains/strains
Inflammation
Neurologic conditions
Vascular conditions
Other condition(s) not listed above

Herniated Disc(s)

Herniated disc(s) is a very common condition which refers to a problem with a rubbery disk between the spinal bones that acts as a cushion between individual vertebrae. This condition may affect individuals of all ages but chances are increased with age, weight, occupation, and genetics. A herniated disc(s) may spread pain to upper and lower extremities so it is vital that numbness or tingling, weakness, and pain in arms or legs do not get ignored.

What causes Herniated Disc(s)?