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Why Chiropractic?

Chiropractic was established in 1895 after its founder, D.D. Palmer, adjusted a deaf man. Following the adjustment Harvey Lillard’s hearing was restored. Chiropractic is based on the function of the central nervous system. The nervous system controls every function of the body. It allows us to perceive the world and interact with it. The nervous system is the reason we can feel touch and pain. Though pain is an uncomfortable sensation, it is meant to prevent further injury. Chiropractors utilize their knowledge of the nervous system and its location in the body to determine the cause of pain or improper body function. Once the body is restored to proper alignment, function is often restored as well. An optimally functioning nervous system allows the body to heal quickly and correctly. Pain is a good indication that you should visit your chiropractor,; however, there are a lot of disease processes where you may not notice anything is wrong (ex. high blood pressure, cancer). Pain is one of your body’s warning signal that something is wrong. Your chiropractor will help you determine the cause of the signal. Similar to your car, pain is the check engine light, and your chiropractor is the mechanic. In your body pain is not the problem, the cause of the pain is what we have to fix in order for health to be achieved. Pain relievers may block the pain,   but do not solve the problem. Chiropractors are advocates for solving the problem rather than masking it. Additionally, chiropractors strive to prevent injury, illness, and                  pain in the first place.

Let Harwood Chiropractic aid you in determining the CAUSE of your pain rather  than how to mask the symptoms.