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Many
people think Chiropractic primarily deals with back pain, and Chiropractic does
have a lot to do with the spine and any problems with the spine. What people
don’t always realize is that every other part of the body is connected, either
directly or indirectly, to the spine. Because of that, a misalignment in the
spine can cause pain and other problems elsewhere in the body.
For
example, a pinched nerve in the lower back can produce shooting pain through
the leg all the way down to the foot. That’s called sciatica. Also, problems
elsewhere in the body can result in back problems. If the hips or legs are out
of balance and alignment, that may throw the spine and the entire skeletal
system out of alignment resulting in pain and functional abnormalities. Finally,
even though headaches may not seem to be associated with the spine, problems
with the spine can certainly cause headaches.
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As I’ve
written in a previous blog post, Chiropractic health is much more than simply
having a straight, healthy spine. Facets of Chiropractic health include optimal
extremity (legs and arms) function and performance, balance, energy, pain
reduction or elimination, nutrition, brain and organ function, muscle
performance and development, and more. A Chiropractor understands how all the
parts work together and can diagnose and treat the root causes of recurring
pain in the spine as well as the extremities. A good Chiropractor addresses how
the body is functioning.
As a
practitioner, it’s exciting for me to see the changes that people experience as
they get treatment and as they get their lives restored. Sometimes it’s a
person who comes to my office in a lot of pain and leaves the office with a lot
less pain. Sometimes it’s a guy who works in construction getting his range of
motion back and being able to go back to work after a shoulder injury.
Sometimes it’s a woman who has severe recurrent headaches which are reduced or
go away entirely after treatments.
In many
cases, patients are able to get a good night’s sleep after months of being able
to sleep for only a few hours per night due to pain. Chiropractic can be
tremendously helpful, but people don’t have to take my word for that. Read and
watch these inspiring testimonials from patients who found that chiropractic
relieved their pain and also helped them to get their lives back.
Jeff
found that Chiropractic helped after a serious shoulder injury.
“About
two years ago, I had a bad accident where I fell into a pool that was empty. I
was laid up for about four months. I went to the hospital and they checked for
any breaks. I must have had twenty X-Rays up and down, but they didn’t see any
conclusive evidence of a problem. Due to the constant pain I was only getting a
few hours of sleep per night.
“I do a
lot of construction work. For four or five months I was not able to get around
and work the way I used to. My income was jeopardized to the point that my wife
and I started looking into moving and making other significant changes in our
lives. It was all because I had a condition called frozen shoulder. The doctor
I was seeing wanted to do surgery and I was open to the idea, but I wasn’t
really sure about it.
“My
wife heard about Dr. Thomas through one of her friends, and I made an
appointment. When he met me he asked what the problem was. I told him I could
only move my arm about three inches out from my side. After my first treatment,
I was able to move my arm out about three times further. After two months of
treatments from Dr. Thomas, I had full range of motion in that arm. I’m back at
work, climbing on roofs, climbing on fences, and climbing under houses. If it
hadn’t been for Dr. Thomas, I don’t know what I would have done. I would have
had to figure out what I could do left-handed.”
Lola
got relief from headaches through Chiropractic treatments. Then she lost 25
pounds on NutriMost.
“I was
having severe headaches four times a week during the day and during the night.
After I became a patient of Dr. Thomas, the frequency and severity of the
headaches started going down. After three months of treatments, my headaches
were reduced by about 80 percent. I was very satisfied with the services
provided to me. The communications with Dr. Thomas and the staff were very good
and I was able to get appointments that fit into my schedule. I decided to go
on the NutriMost program and I lost about twenty-five pounds. While I was
losing weight on NutriMost, my headaches were also going away. I rarely get
headaches now, but I keep coming for Chiropractic treatments because once in a
while I need an adjustment.”
Michael
found relief through Chiropractic after a car accident injured his neck.
“I came
to Vibrant Life after I was in a car accident. Dr. Thomas and his staff were
very helpful and accommodating. Dr. Thomas has positively made a difference in
my neck. I have a lot less pain and a lot more mobility since I started
receiving treatment. I’m feeling much better.”
What
conditions can Chiropractic be helpful for?
Here’s
a short list of ailments that are commonly treated through Chiropractic.
- Lower back pain
- Neck pain
- Shoulder pain
- Bulging & Herniated discs in the back
- Leg pain and/or sciatica
- Problems with joints, including hips, knees, ankles and feet
- Problems with Shoulders, elbows, wrists, and hands
- Fibromyalgia.
Here’s
a list of other conditions that some Chiropractors treat.
- Asthma
- Allergies
- Migraine headaches
- High blood pressure
- Gastrointestinal disorders.
Chiropractic
can be very effective for the conditions I’ve listed and more. If you’d like to
find out how Chiropractic can help with an ailment, ache, or pain you have,
please call the Vibrant Life Health Center. Even if you’ve been suffering in
some way for a long time, you may be pleasantly surprised to find out that
Chiropractic can provide relief, many times during the very first visit.
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In this article, I have discussed how
Chiropractic treatment can help to resolve back problems as well as many other
health problems. This article includes testimonials from three of my patients.
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At Vibrant Life, we address all of the key
elements to add vibrance and vitality to your life. This includes nutrition, chiropractic
care, and fitness. If you need to consult with a chiropractor about your neck,
back, or any other health concern, please contact our office to set up an
appointment.
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Dr. Jon Thomas is a Board Certified Chiropractic Physician. His
practice, The Vibrant Life Health Center, is located in the Mandarin section of
Jacksonville. His interest in health and fitness started early, and his
athletic pursuits have included BMX racing, Professional Snow Skiing, Water
Skiing, Baseball, Weightlifting, and Martial Arts. After studying and learning
from some of the top health experts throughout the world, Dr. Thomas dedicated
his life to helping people of all ages to transform their lives. The objective
for each patient is to initiate the body’s healing and to work progressively
toward a body that functions optimally. Dr. Thomas is seen regularly on TV on
First Coast Living, where he discusses the transformations of his patients. He
also speaks at events throughout the community and writes informative articles
to improve the health of residents throughout Jacksonville.
