Forgive them - they know not what they do

“Biomechanical studies have demonstrated that increased paraspinal muscular forces are required to maintain an erect posture when there is loss of normal lumbar or cervical curves. Furthermore this may result in increased strain, pain, and degenerative changes within the spine, which may require operative treatment.”

The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery (American) 86:1793-1808 (2004) 2004 The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, Inc.

To paraphrase… loss of spinal curvatures negatively impacts how the human body works mechanically. These changes can lead to persistent symptoms and degenerative changes during the aging process.

This paragraph was taken from a research article that discussed prevention of spinal deformity following spinal surgery. Apparently spinal fusions can and often times will lead to further alteration of not only spinal alignment, but normal movement as well – all of which contributes to additional breakdown and failure of the human body.

I did find it interesting, and worth pointing out to you, that now appearing in the medical research is the Medical Doctors’ recognition of normal spinal alignment in determining the cause and effect of patient condition. The authors did site many studies using physical therapy only, and concluded that improving spinal alignment with such methods was not successful. Therefore, they conclude that surgical correction remains the best option. But, what they don’t know is that there are new techniques that can restore spinal curvatures – it just isn’t common knowledge at this point in time. That is where we come in…

Even though many people don’t think that it can be done… I have many x-rays showing restoration of spinal curvatures. Some changes are small, while some changes are dramatic (dependent on patient commitment to the program). I have plenty of new research outlining and describing this new form of treatment. But, medical doctors still don’t know that it exists! We forgive them (patients and doctors alike) for thinking medication and surgery is the best option. After all, they don’t know any better, and they know not what they do. So, we have decided that instead of complaining and bashing the medical profession as many Chiropractors do, we should instead become part of the solution. I believe that most medical doctors are great people who just want to help people, but have been led to believe that all chiropractors are the same. If one Chiropractor is bad, they all must be. If one method is unscientific, they all must be. If one form of treatment is unsuccessful, they all must be. This is simply, not true – and they need to know it!

It is time to clear up the confusion between the professions, and we can not do it without you! We are asking for your help in developing professional relationships with medical doctors who see patients with pains and symptoms that we can better manage. We want to share the value of modernized Chiropractic Care, and open the doors of communication and referral. I do believe that if the medical doctors in our community actually knew what we were doing in this office, they would send countless patients to our office for guidance and quality care. This would be a great thing for this community!

Just think of a friend or a loved one and hold them in your mind’s eye. Imagine if they had a problem that would someday require surgery and/or daily medication. Now, imagine that an alternative form of health care could possibly eliminate the need for that surgery. Would you want your loved one to know about and receive that kind of care? This is our motivation, please help us! On the back of this newsletter you will find a form with instructions. Your assistance on this Outreach Program can make a big difference in the lives of many!

Speak up and educate others,


Dr. Craig

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