What do our Chiropractors look for?

What do our chiropractors look for?
Vertebral subluxations! What is a vertebral subluxation? It is a misalignment or restriction of one or more vertebrae, causing nervous system interference. When the nervous system cannot communicate properly, the body’s natural ability to heal is diminished.
As any experienced chiropractor in Chico will tell you, a subluxation does not always cause pain, and it may exist long before symptoms appear. This is why early detection of subluxations is so important!

How do we detect subluxations?

At Joyce Family Chiropractic, your first visit begins with an initial consultation followed by a thorough examination designed to identify subluxations accurately which includes:

  • Palpation

  • Postural analysis

  • Range-of-motion testing

  • Orthopedic tests

Finally, we take a full spine X-ray to determine specifically which vertebra is subluxated. This detailed approach is one reason many people choose us when searching for a Chico chiropractor.

How do these subluxations happen?

  • Prolonged Sitting (and Repetitive Postures) - Desk jobs, long drives into or out of Chico, and hours on the phone or computer.

  • Repetitive Motions - Chico teachers, construction workers, mechanics, and Chico State students often repeat the same movements daily, stressing certain spinal joints.

  • Stress and Tension - Both mental and physical stress can cause tight muscles, which in turn can cause vertebral subluxations

  • Physical Trauma - Falls, sports injuries, and car accidents can easily cause subluxations.

How do we remove or minimize subluxations?
After a thorough analysis each visit, we perform a gentle, specific chiropractic adjustment which reduces the subluxation.

Why is it important to remove or minimize these subluxations?

To restore proper communication within your nervous system and in turn improve your body’s ability to heal! The nervous system controls every muscle, organ, and gland in the body. It is a pretty important thing to have functioning optimally!

Minimizing subluxations also leads to reduced pain, which will allow you to get back to the activities you love–like taking walks in Chico’s Lower Park

Reducing the subluxation also decreases the progression of degeneration. When the bones have proper alignment, stress is distributed properly and there is less wear and tear on the spine.

Looking for a Chico Chiropractor? We’re Here to Help.

If you think you may have a subluxation—or you’re dealing with back pain, neck pain, headaches, or stiffness—our team at Joyce Family Chiropractic is here to help.

We offer gentle, effective chiropractic care right here in Chico, CA, with same-week appointments available.

You can schedule directly on our website or call our office anytime.

Joyce Family Chiropractic – Trusted Chiropractors in Chico, California