Chiropractor Scottsdale AZ

Life is challenging enough, but when our physical body is under stress, it affects our entire biological system. Human bodies have a mechanical structure. When this mechanical structure is not moving well, it takes a greater effort of the body to function, and also to repair itself.

When the spine, pelvis, and other joints have restricted motion, the muscular effort required to move is substantially greater. Movement patterns have to be adapted by our brain and body to overcome this restricted motion. These compensatory movement patterns are not optimal, and they cause higher muscle tone, in addition to underlying discomfort from tension and pain. All of these effects build upon each other over time, and the body becomes more and more “locked down.”

This physical stress causes a generally unwell feeling in the body, and eventually, the compensatory patterns are no longer able to overcome the mechanical dysfunction. This is when the pain reaches the point of greater awareness, and people seek some kind of help.

Chiropractic, and specifically the Gonstead method, works to restore the optimal movement of the spine in Scottsdale AZ and joints through a series of treatments. Our bodies will not let us correct it all at once, but over time, the body will return to more optimal movement. Through this improved movement and reduced nerve pressure, the body is able to heal itself at an increased rate. Muscle tension lowers and reduces body stresses.