Do You Have a Vitalistic Viewpoint?

Blood vs. Nerves
Traditional medical treatment relies on putting drugs into the bloodstream. Chiropractic care helps restore nervous system integrity by reducing subluxations (“stuck” joints that cause nerve interference).  There is a vital difference between chiropractic and medical philosophy. These two very different approaches are summed up here:

Mechanistic Thinkers

The health care model that dominates the Western world views the human body as a machine. All you have to do is look at any so-called health publications or magazines.  Mechanistic thinkers believe that your body is  merely a sum of all of its parts.  This philosophical view is called mechanism.   Most medical doctors such as orthopedists, neurologists, internists and cardiologists fall into this category.  They treat your body as a bunch of parts that need constant attention and have a tendency to wear out.  They advocate frequent and drastic intervention to keep your body “symptom – free”.

Vitalistic Thinkers

On the other hand, there is a growing trend that is natural and holistic.  It is called Vitalism.  Vitalistic practitioners  give recognition that there is more to your body than just the sum of your parts.  The vitalistic doctor believes in a greater wisdom that involves the whole person and is necessary for healing.  The body, mind, and spirit of each patient is respected and considered in the healing process.

Whole body balance and superior health is the focus.  Pain is usually seen as a sign or indicator of a deeper problem and that something in your body is “out of balance”.  Chiropractic doctors, naturopaths, herbologists, Asian doctors, acupuncturists, and homeopaths typically follow a vitalistic approach.

Our Philosophy
We adhere to a chiropractic approach by carefully evaluating the integrity of your neuromusculoskeletal system (the mechanical parts), but at the same time respect the whole-body connection through your nervous system.  We see the whole body as interconnected.

We believe that when you take proper care of yourself, you can achieve superior health. Then you will feel great and be your best. I specialize in treating the whole person by using whole-body adjusting techniques, supportive methods (such as orthotic arch supports or nutritional counseling), and therapeutic exercises. Through the integration of chiropractic, massage, and exercise, our team of wellness practitioners can truly help you stay active and enjoy life!

Discover how our whole-body and patient-centered approach to wellness can help you achieve superior health naturally, without dangerous drugs or surgical procedures. If you’re not yet a client of ours, we would welcome the chance to speak with you about your health.

If you are already a practice member, congratulations on getting involved in a vitalistic approach to health!