WORKING TO GET YOU OUT OF PAIN AND BACK TO DOING THE THINGS YOU LOVE

At Vassar Chiropractic and Rehabilitation, we use an adjusting style commonly referred to as diversified. Palpation of the spine is performed to find any "restricted" joints.
With the malposition of one or more spinal bones found, a manual thrust is applied. The direction, speed, depth and angle that are used is the result of training, practice and a thorough understanding of the musculoskeletal system.
During the thrust there may be a popping noise. This is attributed to gases being released as the joint opens. The effectiveness of the treatment does not hinge on whether the joint pops, however.
Improving motion in restricted segments can help reduce pain and dysfunction and most joints of the body can be adjusted to help restore proper range of motion and function.

The main focus of this treatment is to simulate activities that patients do often. Because of this treatment plans are individualized to meet each patient’s needs.
Functional rehabilitation also includes a variety of exercises in different planes of motion to increase overall flexibility, core strength, balance, and strength and power. In many cases little equipment is used during these exercises. Depending on the situation, patients will also progress through an exercise regimen – steadily increasing the difficulty for better results.

The goal of these exercises is to decrease difficulty of everyday activities while increasing overall musculoskeletal function.

Mckenzie Therapy is a technique that can help diagnose and treat many conditions related to the musculoskeletal system. It utilizes range of motion exercises to reduce local and radicular (radiation into legs, arms, etc) pain/numbness/tingling. Dr. Vassar is then able to prescribe the correct exercise for home care to continue the benefits outside of the office.