Misunderstanding Chiropractic Practice in Vassar

I find there is often a misunderstanding as to what chiropractic is and how it works. Patients of all ages seek chiropractic care in Vassar for many reasons including back pain, neck pain, headaches, sciatica, mid back pain, and general health and wellness. But how does chiropractic work?

I like to use the analogy of a power station. Our brain acts as a central power station. It sends out all the messages through the nervous system to make our bodies work. Now, think of your cells, muscles, and organs as light bulbs and your spine as the switch that the power flows through. When your spine is properly aligned (the power switch is turned on) and there is no interference to the messages being sent out by your brain (power station) to your body (light bulbs), you are functioning as you should (bright light bulb). When your spine is misaligned or stuck in the wrong position, there is interference and the power switch gets turned off (subluxation). The messages don't get out properly or at all from your power station and this decreases how well your body functions (dim or dark light bulb) and can result in pain and discomfort. Chiropractic removes the subluxation so that your power switch gets turned back on and the brain is able to communicate with your body. When this connection is restored, your body can adapt, heal and function at its highest level and you "shine" your brightest.