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to The Association of Chiropractic Colleges, "chiropractic is a
health care discipline which emphasizes the inherent recuperative
power of the body to heal itself without the use of drugs or
surgery. The practice of chiropractic focuses on the relationship
between structure (primarily the spine) and function (as coordinated
by the nervous system) and how that relationship affects the
preservation and restoration of health."
 The
"founding father" of chiropractic, Dr. D.D. Palmer, realized that
the structure and condition of the body influenced how the body
functioned and its ability to heal itself, without the use of drugs
or surgery.
This simple philosophy has prevented unwanted injury and illness for
over a century! But to fully understand the chiropractic
perspective, one must learn a bit about the nervous system, or how
our bodies are "wired."
The nervous system, or wiring, consists of the brain, spinal cord,
and nerves. Nerves provide a pathway for information to travel from
the spine to the rest of the body. The spine both houses and
protects the spinal cord.
 Nerve
dysfunction can result from any number of factors, such as falls,
accidents, stress, tension, or over-use. These events can alter our
"wiring" and create pain or discomfort in our bodies.
Because helping the body heal itself involves many facets,
chiropractors also provide lifestyle advice to help prevent illness
and injury. Diet & nutrition, fitness, ergonomics, and other areas
in your life contribute, or diminish, your overall health. By making
the right choices, one can live a life full of wellness and
vitality.
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