The Gonstead Chiropractic Technique
It is the goal of your Gonstead doctor to
restore and then maintain you and your family's optimal health by locating
and correcting any interference to the nervous system caused by
vertebral subluxation.
"Therein lies the uniqueness of my work —
The Gonstead Technique has a specific application
on the affected segment or segments only."
C.S. Gonstead
After a complete
analysis, the Gonstead
practitioner is ready to deliver any necessary spinal adjustments. The focus of the Gonstead adjustment is to be as specific, precise and accurate as possible, addressing only the problem areas (areas of subluxation). Great care is taken to ensure a mechanically correct position and precise thrust to provide the most accurate and painless adjustment possible. It is the goal of your Gonstead doctor to restore and maintain optimal health by locating and correcting any interference to the nervous system caused by vertebral subluxation.
*To learn more on how the Vertebral
Subluxation Complex affects your health see
the brochure titled Subluxation.
Every cell, tissue, organ and system of the body is controlled and regulated by the nervous system. In 1895, chiropr
actic was founded based on this very fact. A properly functioning nervous system allows for a properly functioning body. A close relationship exists between the nervous system and the spine. Any of the 24 movable bones of the spine can have an irritative effect on the nerves exiting the spinal cord. Many everyday activities can cause these spinal bones to lose both proper position and motion leading to nervous system irritation. This is referred to by doctors of chiropractic as
subluxation. Your doctor of chiropractic will examine your spine for any existing or potential subluxations, and assist you on a path toward better health.
Education
All doctors of chiropractic must complete a thorough and lengthy education. After completing pre-med undergraduate coursework, they begin a four-year program at an accredited chiropractic college. This demanding curriculum includes the studies of anatomy, physiology, X-ray, clinical sciences, adjusting techniques, preventive health care and many other related topics. On average, a doctor of chiropractic has completed 4,485 classroom hours compared to 4,248 classroom hours a medical doctor has had. Most chiropractic colleges have extracurricular Gonstead clubs where aspiring students can spend additional hours beyond their full course load learning and practicing the specific art of the Gonstead System.
The Gonstead Chiropractic
After graduation, doctors of chiropractic have many opportunities to continue their education in the Gonstead
System. The G
onstead Seminar is taught by renowned doctors who practice as Dr. Gonstead did. Through these seminars, doctors can achieve advanced certification in the Gonstead System. Gonstead chiropractic also has many researchers conducting ongoing studies to ensure that it is the most cutting edge and specific chiropractic technique possible. There are licensed Gonstead doctors of chiropractic worldwide offering their expertise in this highly advanced and
time proven healing art.
How the Gonstead System Helps
If areas of abnormal spinal function (subluxation) are identified in your spine, your doctor will recommend a course of treatment involving specific chiropractic adjustments. The Gonstead chiropractic technique involves a complete and thorough spinal analysis used to detect the presence of vertebral
subluxation. The Gonstead adjustment is given with great specificity and care, and only the problem areas of the spine are addressed. Sometimes only one area may be adjusted and other times there
may be two or three areas. These specific adjustments help return spinal bones to their proper position and motion.
Gonstead adjustments are incredibly safe - far safer than muscle
relaxers, back surgery or even a single aspirin.
The specificity used in the Gonstead system allows for greatest possible effectiveness and safety. Research studies in several countries have clearly documented the safety and effectiveness of chiropractic care.
Over 2 million chiropractic adjustments are delivered to satisfied patients every day. People under regular specific chiropractic care are among the healthiest in the world, enjoying less medication, hospitalizations and medical doctor visits.
