Gonstead Chiropractic Treatment
Restoring and maintaining optimal health through precise adjustments that correct any interference to the central nervous system caused by vertebral subluxation.
What is Gonstead Chiropractic Treatment?
The Gonstead Method for chiropractic treatment is the creation of Clarence Selmer Gonstead (1898-1978), an American chiropractor who developed his procedures through extensive clinical research in Mount Horeb, Wisconsin.
In a career that spanned some fifty-five years of continuous practice and saw Dr. Gonstead perform some four million chiropractic adjustments, Dr. Gonstead’s methods changed the approach of many in the industry. The Gonstead Technique gained momentum in the mid 1940s when Dr. Gonstead was called upon by other chiropractors to teach them about his approach and how he got results.
Today, the Gonstead Method is an advanced chiropractic method that involves extensive training and a detailed understanding of spinal biomechanics to perform precise, tailored adjustments to spinal misalignments.
Our Approach
Our approach involves a meticulous examination of the spine using six criteria to assess motion, soft tissue damage, and neurological dysfunction. This comprehensive analysis as part of the Gonstead Chiropractic treatment includes:
History
Your Gonstead chiropractor conducts a thorough health history, listening attentively to your concerns to determine how we can best assist you.
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Visualisation
We visually assess your skin, muscle tone, posture, and gait to identify any abnormalities and areas of stress in your spine, addressing both existing and potential future issues.
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Nervoscope
This instrument precisely measures heat deep within the spine. By pinpointing areas of nerve inflammation or pressure, it offers crucial insights to tailor our treatment effectively.
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Static Palpation
By palpating your spine, we locate areas of swelling (inflammation) and muscle tension, pinpointing the source of dysfunction.
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Motion Palpation
We use fingertip palpation to assess spinal movement, identifying specific dysfunctional vertebrae that affect overall mobility.
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Spinal Imaging
Postural spinal x-rays serve as a blueprint of your spine, aiding in the precise determination of spinal segment involvement. X-rays also help us identify fractures, congenital anomalies, degeneration, and confirm examination findings, ensuring safe and effective adjustments.
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The Gonstead Method is a complete system that goes beyond the symptoms to understand the individual. By taking a holistic approach to chiropractic treatment using the Gonstead Method, we are able to provide tailored care that considers your background and your history to provide the best possible chiropractic care.
Using all of the tools and technology that we have at hand, including X-rays and other diagnostic equipment, we can identify the source of your pain and provide a tailored treatment plan to address your unique requirements.
The Gonstead Method is about utilising all of the technology and patient information that we have at hand to make informed decisions that improve holistic health – rather than simply chasing symptoms.
To find out more about our approach or to book an initial consultation, simply get in touch using the contact form on this page or by heading over to our contact page.
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