Activator Method
The Activator is the most widely used chiropractic instrument. Studies show improvement with the Activator Method. It also has been compared to other techniques and proven to be just as effective. This means that for many patients an Activator adjustment could very well lead to the same outcome as a manual adjustment. This offers chiropractors and patients an alternative to manual adjusting when it is preferred for clinical reasons.
Chiropractic Care
What is Chiropractic Anyway?
Chiropractic care focuses on the neuromusculoskeletal system of the body. These bones, muscles and nerves work together to control just about every aspect of functioning. Sometimes the spinal joints become misaligned (called subluxations) and irritate the surrounding nerves, causing pain, muscle spasm or dysfunction. Using specialized techniques, chiropractors correct these misalignments to restore normal functioning.
The Dr. Dayna L. D’Acierno Difference
Most traditional chiropractors rely on manual adjustments (cracking or popping) to manipulate joints back into their proper place. These experiences can be jarring and uncomfortable and the results are often temporary. Dr. D’Acierno has found great success utilizing scientific instruments to provide light but optimal adjustments. Her methods are gentler and more effective.
Impulse IQ
Dr. D utilizes the Impulse iQ – an FDA registered neuromechanical device developed by a mechanical engineer turned chiropractor – to assist in the detection and correction of subluxations. Sensors in the instrument detect movement (or lack thereof) in different segments of the spine and make gentle adjustments until it is restored into its optimum position and function. It is specific, efficient, and painless.
VibraCusser Therapy
The VibraCusser instrument delivers waves of percussive impulses to release muscle tension and increase circulation and lymphatic flow, helping soft tissues to heal more quickly. It is especially effective in stretching the fascia (outer layer of muscle), which is important in restoring the length, mobility, and elasticity of muscles.
Advanced Muscle Therapy and Trigger Points
Rather than performing a quick adjustment and sending a patient off to massage therapy, Dr. D’Acierno prefers to manipulate the muscles herself since she is most aware of the specific areas that will benefit most. By working out tight muscles and trigger points that contribute to poorly functioning joints, patients experience longer lasting relief and accelerated healing.
Chiropractic Adjustments
A chiropractic adjustment can make you feel so much better. Your body does not want to be out of alignment, and that’s exactly what an adjustment can help address. It is also known as chiropractic manipulation, manual manipulation, or spinal manipulation. The adjustment refers to the manipulation of the vertebrae that have abnormal movements and are not functioning properly. A chiropractic adjustment will assist in fixing these issues.
The goal of chiropractic treatment is to reduce the subluxation, increase the range of motion, reduce nerve irritability, and improve mobility. Our compassionate and qualified chiropractor will work with you to relieve this pain and get you back to being pain free every single day.
Although many people visit their chiropractor and have an adjustment when something feels out of alignment, a regular visit will help you avoid any pain in the future and will keep your body feeling great all day long.
If you are having one of those days when you are not in the best mood, an adjustment may actually help. Your body will feel much better, which will naturally improve your mood.
Corrective Exercises
Corrective exercises are the use of bodily movements and/or postures to restore desirable changes in diseased or injured tissues. The corrective exercises are movement strategies that minimize or eliminate compensation. Corrective exercises should precede more integrated exercises, because they can cue the patient’s motor system to respond in a more desirable way and assist in removing or improving biomechanical constraints.
Diversified Technique
The goal of the Diversified Technique is to reduce nerve interference. There are no special or unique procedures needed. Patients are assessed using these various mechanisms: history and basic examination (orthopedic and neurologic), palpation, x-ray, leg checks and reflex procedures as well as others.
The procedure involves analyzing the full spine and extremities. The majority of adjustments used in Diversified are manual adjustments, HVLA (high velocity, low amplitude), or long lever manipulations aimed at cavitating the joint and creating an audible release. This sound is known by patients as the “popping” or “cracking” sound associated with adjustments. Some chiropractors utilize specialized equipment such as drop tables or pelvic blocks.
Lifestyle Advice
Our team here at Kane Family Chiropractic is dedicated to helping you achieve your long-term health and wellness goals by offering you reliable lifestyle advice. If you are not sure if the lifestyle choices you are making are worsening or improving your condition, we are here to help. We address the typical chiropractic issues as well as coach our patients to live a healthier life by looking at the individual as a whole mentally, physically and emotionally.
Myofascial Release
Myofascial release is an intervention administered to various patients to alleviate pain or restrictive tissue problems. The release treatment usually involves the application of gentle or moderate pressure on the connective tissues and leads to relaxation and eventual elongation of the fascia therein. These restrictions are often caused by traumatic accidents or inflammations of the soft tissue. Some patients get them as an after-effect of surgery. They always result in muscular tension and spasm of sharp pain. They cannot be detected through standard diagnosis tests like the x-ray scan. It is essential for a patient to visit a doctor or physiotherapy expert once they notice restriction of movement in the hip area or shoulder. Painful backs can also be a sign of the restriction and can only be treated through the Myofascial Release procedures.
If you have never undergone a Myofascial Release procedure before, you might wonder what will be done. There is no need to panic any way, since it is a minor therapy intervention meant to alleviate any pain that could be as a result of fascia muscle pain and restriction. Here is what you can expect if you visit a standard therapist for your myofascial pain treatment.
- The therapist might have to interview you about what you think the cause of the pain could be. They may also palpitate the affected area to identify the particular fascia that needs to be massaged and given due attention during the procedure.
- A standard treatment should last anywhere from 30 minutes to one hour, but should not last longer than that as that may lead to soreness and fatigue.
- You may experience considerable relief, but if the case is severe, you may need to go for another session or two in the subsequent days.
- The treatment does not require the use of any equipment and creams or gels. The therapist will only need their hands to manipulate and apply slight pressure to the trigger points and affected muscles.
Nutritional Consultations
As a holistic doctor, Dr. D’Acierno knows that chiropractic care is only one aspect – one spoke in the wheel – of creating and maintaining a healthy body. She truly desires for her patients to live their best lives in every capacity. For this reason, she is happy to offer nutritional counseling to teach patients how to properly fuel their bodies.
No “One Size Fits All” Approach
She understands that everybody is different and every patient’s goals are unique. She also understands how difficult it can be to make lasting changes in one’s diet. Therefore she utilizes a simple, straightforward approach.
Dr. D’Acierno acts as a coach. She may ask you what your diet is currently like and then will point out better choices or substitutions. She offers suggestions such as what your plate and portions should look like or what foods/drinks to avoid. She keeps convenience and your lifestyle in mind, so suggestions are realistic and attainable.
Weight Loss Coaching
Excessive weight puts extra strain on the body. Dr. D’Acierno is well-versed in a variety of clinically-proven weight loss programs that may assist with dropping unwanted pounds. She has personally tried every suggested system and is knowledgeable about the pros and cons of each. Let her experience guide you in finding the best fit for your circumstances and goals.
Anyone who has ever tried dieting knows how frustrating it can be. She will stick with you through every step of the journey. She provides the necessary accountability to keep you on track as well as a host of tips and tricks to ease your path.
Pediatric Chiropractic
Chiropractic care is not just for adults. In fact, more and more parents are seeing the many benefits of their children seeing a chiropractor every single day. Some of the benefits are improved sleep, improved behavior and attitude, and improved immune system function. Children encounter many physical stresses in their life that you may not realize. These stresses can cause your child’s spine to have issues in growth and development.
Physiotherapy
It is important to understand that often times where the pain presents is not the area that needs to be treated. The pain may be due to that area compensating and being over-worked from another area not pulling its weight. Our rehabilitation program includes strength, flexibility and agility training as well as training focused on coordination of body parts and motion to prepare the individual to return to full participation.
Pre/Postnatal Chiropractic
Here at Kane Family Chiropractic, we offer a conservative approach to treating pregnant women. Our prenatal care is gentle and safe. We aim to alleviate the stress and strains of pregnancy while improving comfort for both the mother and baby. We understand the physical changes that come with pregnancy, and we offer relief without using any drugs.
Spinal Screenings
Sometimes all that stands between your daily pain and a happier, healthier you, is a chiropractic adjustment. Your body naturally wants to be in alignment, and our daily activities can throw what is naturally aligned out of balance. Also known as chiropractic manipulation, manual manipulation, or spinal manipulation, chiropractic adjustment refers to the manipulation of the vertebrae that have abnormal movements and are not functioning properly. Here at Kane Family Chiropractic, we can help you achieve balance and proper alignment, giving you relief and improving your health.
Our goal in treating your joint and spinal issues is to reduce subluxation, increase range of motion, reduce nerve irritability, and improve mobility. Our highly skilled chiropractor will work with you to relieve your pain and get you back to living a pain free and healthy lifestyle.
Weight Loss
Excessive weight puts extra strain on the body. Dr. D’Acierno is well-versed in a variety of clinically-proven weight loss programs that may assist with dropping unwanted pounds. She has personally tried every suggested system and is knowledgeable about the pros and cons of each. Let her experience guide you in finding the best fit for your circumstances and goals.
Anyone who has ever tried dieting knows how frustrating it can be. She will stick with you through every step of the journey. She provides the necessary accountability to keep you on track as well as a host of tips and tricks to ease your path.
X-Rays
One of the most important elements of chiropractic care is diagnostics. Chiropractic radiology is a tool utilized in care as a diagnostic practice to rule out pathology (such as possible tumor or fracture) and/or an additional aid to determine where to adjust the spine. Chiropractors rely on a variety of diagnostic techniques in order to fully understand what is occurring in the patient’s musculoskeletal system, and how a given treatment intervention could bring about positive results in each patient.