We Focus on Function, Not Just Symptoms

An interesting essay from Dr. Ed Galvin, DC, an Activator instructor and member of the Activator Methods Clinical Advisory Board:

I have had some interesting cases recently in which patients presented to our office for a specific musculoskeletal complaint, and in addition to responding with results for the particular complaint, they experienced improvement in other areas as well.  One such case was a recent patient who presented for neck pain, and by following the Basic Scan Protocol as we do with all patients, his right shoulder pain from which he had suffered for four years resolved. He slept through the night the same night as his first adjustment.  He has been able to play golf again and is telling everyone about his results.  The interesting point is that I adjusted his spine only.

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Systematized analysis and adjusting ensure that we are consistent with every patient on every visit. We are thorough in our analysis, and most importantly, we know when to leave the patient alone so the body can respond to the changes we have introduced; or in some cases, when the patient may require additional evaluation or treatment. (read more)