The basic theory of chiropractic is that "subluxations" are the cause of most medical problems. A "subluxation" is a misalignment of the spine that allegedly interferes with nerve signals from the brain. Chiropractors think that by adjusting the misalignments they can thereby restore the nerve signals and cure health problems.
Chiropractic health care is many times the first alternative treatment people seek, generally because traditional treatment had not alleviated specific conditions or symptoms.

Chiropractic belief is that the spinal column and its condition are crucial to good health and well-being. This same concern with spinal position and adjustment was also practiced by ancient Egyptians, Chinese and Assyrians.

If any of the skeletal bones, particularly the vertebrae of the spine are displaced, or not in perfect alignment, the central nervous system can not work optimally. Impeded energy flow can cause numerous health problems such as headaches, stomach problems, cramps or breathing disorders such as asthma. Also this misalignment in skeletal bones can cause pain in the body or muscles. This energy blockage is frequently caused from physical trauma to the body, this affecting the skeletal structure first, then the nerves and then finally a person's health or energy. With the nerves affected, as well overall energy the natural healing power of the body is limited or restricted.

Traditional chiropractic treatment generally involves physical adjustments or manipulations. These adjustments attempt to correct distortions or misalignment of the spine or other skeletal bones, and in doing so, restore flexibility to the spine and joints. This relieves stress on the nerves and nervous system, allowing energy to flow correctly to all parts of the body prompting healing in damaged areas of the body. Chiropractors are also concerned with the state of muscle tissue and condition. Frequently a chiropractic office uses ultrasound or massage to help relax tense muscles holding skeletal bones in misalignment.

Today many people use chiropractic in conjunction with more traditional medical treatments. Chiropractors may also use other alternative approaches to good health as acupuncture, ultrasound equipment, nutritional supplements, homeopathy, biofeedback, or massage to complement their practice.

B.E.S.T. stands for Bioenergetic Synchronisation Technique. B.E.S.T. is a gentle non intrusive, non manipulative chiropractic technique for all ages, from newborn to the elderly, for any condition from headaches, back pain, indigestion, and cancer to general non well being. B.E.S.T. is a holistic program for promoting and creating a state of health, easing symptoms and balancing the many systems of the body.

B.E.S.T. is about clearing the patterns in the nervous system, about unresolved past issues or ongoing ones which the body reacts to inappropriately, using non manipulative techniques. The system can be updated so that those past traumas either physical or emotional will no longer trigger reaction in the present time. The result is a body that functions more appropriately in its actual environment. Clear the barriers and the body returns to health through healing by its own power.

"Beginning with the Chiropractic principle of balance in the spine leads to balance in your nervous system and therefore balance in expression of life. I added bioenergetics, synchronising techniques, chakra awareness, nutrition, life philosophies and many other ideas that worked. The result was a synthesis of approaches dedicated to returning people to balance and control of themselves and their lives".

BODY STRESS RELEASE

Body Stress Release is a holistic therapy aimed at enabling the body's natural healing mechanisms to function at an optimal level. Working with the body's natural striving to be stress and pain-free, it releases muscle tension causing many ailments including aches and pains and more serious conditions

Using the body as a biofeedback mechanism, the practitioner locates areas where stress has become "locked-in" in the physical form of muscle tension. The classical symptoms are common ailments such as backache, neck pain, headaches, stiff joints, numbness, recurring injuries/cramping or a general awareness of the body not being 100%.

With the client lying fully clothed, the practitioner applies a light but precise stimulation to various points. The stimulation releases the muscle from cramping the nerves causing the discomfort and aching and so allows the reconnection of the neural communications that controls the body's in-built healing mechanisms.

The causes of body stress may be defined as mechanical (i.e. bad posture, inappropriate exercise or sudden accident), emotional/mental (i.e. fear of the future, pressure at work, disintegrating relationships) or chemical (i.e. pollutants, food allergies).

In life, any type of stress has a physical impact on the body in the form of "locked-in" tensions, with it being generally accepted that our physical, mental and emotional aspects are completely interconnected. In view of this, Body Stress Release, by helping to unlock the physical effects of that impact, also has a positive effect on the mental and emotional aspects of the person, thus leading to an overall improvement in health with a heightened sense of well-being.

Body Stress Release has successfully helped many people with a wide variety of problems. After being given help in unlocking the body's healing communication system through this therapy, the realisation that the body is healing itself can be a powerful self-empowering experience.

Chiropractic therapy is both a science and an art specialize in treating a variety of muscles and joint-related disorders using, as their Chiropractors manipulation or adjustment of the spine and joints main therapy,

The science element of this therapy relates to diagnostic techniques based on those used in orthodox medicine, involving current scientific and medical knowledge. The manipulation carried out by a skilled practitioner, on the other hand, is an art. It includes not only manipulation itself, but also use of the hands to locate areas of the spine, or joints, that require manipulation. A chiropractor's aim is to treat the fundamental cause of a patient's problem, and not just the symptoms of pain or discomfort that he or she feels. This is achieved by correcting abnormal structural relationships and allowing the body to heal itself.

Chiropractic and other medical systems

Although patients commonly consult a chiropractor when they have general musculo-skeletal and, especially, back problems, a chiropractor also has the responsibility of looking at and diagnosing all a patient's symptoms and referring them for additional or more appropriate treatment if necessary.

Most patients visit a chiropractor's office as a result of word of mouth recommendations from other patients. In more and more cases, however, orthodox medical practitioners are referring patients to chiropractors for treatment.

Chiropractors are pleased to work with the orthodox medical profession for the benefit of their patients, and they are careful to keep the patient's family doctor or specialist informed of the treatment and progress, when asked. In some cases, it is also necessary for the chiropractor to refer the patient to a specialist for further tests and investigations, for instance if chiropractic examination reveals a problem that was not evident at first. Unfortunately, not all physicians are glad to work with chiropractors in this way, and sometimes because of this problem that would normally be easy for a chiropractor to treat is left untreated for a long time so that in the end, treatment is only of limited value to the patient.

There are various techniques that a Chiropractor can use to remove the nerve interference that causes the a Subluxation. The choice of technique is usually decided upon after a thorough Chiropractic examination is undertaken, to determine which kind of Subluxation exists.

There are two kinds of Subluxations that exist:

The first and most vital kind of subluxation is called the Facilitated Subluxation, where the nerves and spinal cord fibers are actually stretched, twisted or scarred. This causes irritation and malfunction of the nervous system. The facilitated subluxation is adjusted with extremely gentle pressure along the spine. This type of subluxation is most likely associated with emotional, mental and chemical stress from which the body-mind could not recover.
The second kind of subluxation is the Structural Subluxation, where a vertebra is misaligned. This may cause a pinching or crushing effect on the nervous system that controls the functions of your body. The structural subluxations will be gently and precisely realigned with the rest of the spine. Sometimes a small click may be heard when this kind of subluxation is adjusted. A structural subluxation is usually caused by a mechanical or physical stress from which the body could not recover, like a fall, car accident, sport, poor posture or bad work environment.

In either situation, Chiropractors do not treat the symptom; instead they address the nerve interference which is the cause of one's dis-ease.