Our Methods

The Gonstead System is considered a "gold standard" for chiropractic techniques because of its record of safety and effectiveness in correcting vertebral subluxations. An experienced Gonstead doctor utilizes a detailed analysis, including the following:

1. Instrumentation is used to detect spinal subluxations.
   The instrument of choice in the Gonstead System is the nervoscope. The nervoscope detects uneven distributions of heat along the spine which can be indicative of inflammation and nerve pressure. We also use a computerized version of the nervoscope, called Myovision, which graphs and prints findings.
   
   

   Nervoscope

   Myovision and Graphed Exam Findings

2. Static Palpation
   This is simply the process of feeling (or palpating) your spine in a stationary (or static) position. We will feel for the presence of swelling (or edema), tenderness and any abnormal texture or tightness in the muscles and other tissues of your back.
   
   
3. Motion Palpation
   This process involves feeling the spine while moving and bending it at various angles. This enables us to determine how easily or difficult each segment in your spine moves in different directions.
   
   
4. Visualization
   Visualization is a way to cross reference all the other findings. We are experts in looking for subtle changes in your posture and movement which could indicate any problems.
   
   
5. X-ray Analysis
   X-ray films enable us to visualize the entire structure of your spine. This is helpful in evaluating for any disease processes, fracture, posture, joint and disc integrity and vertebral misalignments.

If you are interested in becoming a patient, please contact us to talk to one of the doctors or staff. You will be met with warm and positive attitude and we practice by placing you the patient above all else.