Dr. Tony Smith has been serving clients throughout the Lancaster and Palmdale region of California for many years. As a highly trained and experienced chiropractor, he understands that many common forms of pain stem from the spinal column's misalignment and abnormal motion of the vertebrae (also known as a subluxation). Chiropractic care, at its core, is used to remove these subluxations in the spine, thereby relieving pressure and irritation on the nerves, restoring joint mobility, and returning the body to a state of normal function.
The proven effectiveness of chiropractic treatment
While chiropractic art has existed since Ancient Greece because of its positive effects on individuals, modern studies have consistently confirmed what these Ancient cultures knew. They have shown that these types of treatments can produce positive results in cases of back pain, neck pain, headaches, whiplash, sports injuries, and many other types of musculoskeletal problems. It has even been shown to be effective in reducing high blood pressure, decreasing the frequency of childhood ear infections, and improving asthma symptoms. As time goes on, surely even more benefits will emerge from these studies!
The benefits of adjustments
The chiropractic adjustment is a quick thrust applied to a vertebra to correct its position, movement, or both. Adjustments are often accompanied by an audible release of gas that sounds like a crack. While it can be paired with minor discomfort, the process is one of the most common ways to relieve tension and pain in the back and surrounding areas.
