Meet Joseph Dombek, D.C.

Graduate of Western States Chiropractic College. Advanced Proficiency in Activator Methods Chiropractic Technique. Member of American Chiropractors Accociation, and the International Chiropractors Association.

What is chiropractic?

Chiropractic is a branch of the healing arts based upon the understanding that good health depends, in part, upon a normally functioning nervous system (especially your spine, and the nerves extending from your spine to the rest of the body). As a science, Chiropractic is specifically concerned with the relationship between structure, primarily the spine, and function, primarily the nervous system, and the affect this relationship has on health.

"Chiropractic" comes from the Greek word chiropraktikos, meaning "effective treatment by hand." Chiropractic stresses the idea that the cause of many disease processes begins with the body's inability to adapt to its environment. It looks to address these diseases not by the use of drugs, chemicals, or surgery, but by locating and adjusting an area of the body (the spine and/or extremities) which is functioning improperly. Chiropractic philosophy endorses the fact that the body is it's own best healer. The application of natural, non-invasive treatment, is intended primarily to remove interferences which prevent the body's innate healing characteristics from working the way they were intended.

What about Medical treatment?

Dr. Dombek fully endorses the reasonable utilization of the medical and surgical sciences, which often have a profound and life-saving benefit in cases of crises intervention and organic illness. However, as the public becomes increasingly aware of the limitations, potential complications, and side effects of traditional care, more and more individuals are embracing the proven benefits of Chiropractic.

According to Dr. Dombek, "The only competition I have is with sickness and disease. My primary goal is to get patients back to a healthy and pain-free lifestyle as soon as possible, and working in conjunction with the medical profession is frequently the best way to do that".

When necessary, chiropractic care includes referral to a highly qualified network of appropriate medical specialists.

What conditions benefit from chiropractic care?

Although many people associate chiropractic with the treatment of low back pain, research studies have found it to be effective for a large variety of conditions, such as whiplash injuries, migraine headaches, neck and shoulder pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, fibromyalgia, sciatica, numbness in hands and feet, sports injuries, and thoracic outlet syndrome; among many others. Chiropractic may also offer the additional benefits of relieving stress, enhancing immune function and optimizing the innate healing ability of the body. Although chiropractors don't directly treat organic disease, it can frequently contribute to the effectiveness of other medical therapies.

Does Chiropractic hurt?

No. Under normal circumstances, adjustments are not painful or even uncomfortable. As a matter of fact, most patients report they feel very good and sometimes free of pain almost immediately after receiving a chiropractic adjustment.

To give an adjustment, the chiropractor identifies areas of spinal subluxation (spinal bones that are misaligned or lacking proper function), determines the specific intervention needed, and skillfully applies a gentle movement to the segment to make a correction.

Modern chiropractic treatment can be surprisingly gentle and specific. For most patients, the great benefits of chiropractic adjustments will more than offset any momentary discomfort they may experience, if any.