OUR SERVICES
Djuric Chiropractic currently offers adjustments, x-rays, therapies, and corrective exercise plans. At Djuric Chiropractic, Chiropractic services are not limited to treatment of the spine. Dr. Djuric is trained in treating extremities by use of adjustments, therapies, and exercise.
Adjustments
Dr. Djuric utilizes Diversified, Thompson, and Activator/Impulse adjusting techniques.
Diversified Technique
Diversified is the conventional hands-on adjusting technique used to adjust segments of the spine and most other joints within the body. This technique applies very specific forces used to adjust restricted joints of the spine with the goal of restoring proper motion within those joints.
Thompson Drop Technique
Thompson is a very gentle, low force, but high-speed technique without the usual “popping” associated with chiropractic adjustments. Thompson utilizes a dropping mechanism within the Thompson drop table to adjust restricted joints of the spine. As the adjustment is performed by the Doctor, the table will drop once the proper amount of force (pre-set by the Doctor) has been applied. This technique is great for patients who cannot handle conventional adjusting methods. If a patient is in too much pain or simply cannot get into positions for an adjustment, then the Thompson technique is a great alternative; it is just as effective as Diversified technique.
Activator/Impulse Technique (commonly known as instrument adjusting)
Instrument adjusting uses various handheld instruments to deliver quick and effective adjustments. Like Thompson, it is a low-force technique, great for treating every patient. No “popping” of the joints is heard, just the clicking of the adjusting device. The adjustments restore motion to specific spinal segments or joints throughout the body.
X-rays
Djuric Chiropractic has a state-of-the-art digital x-ray machine that processes images in less than five seconds. In house x-rays eliminate the need for a referral to an imaging center and provide patients with the convenience of getting diagnostic imaging and treatment done in one visit.
X-rays are a quick step in the examination process but are very important in providing a proper diagnosis because they might show abnormalities that may not be identified during a standard exam. X-rays provide insight that can be used to identify the root cause of a problem, formulate a treatment plan, and ultimately result in care that is best suited to each specific patient.
Therapies
Therapies offered by Djuric Chiropractic include Lumbar and Cervical Traction, Mechanical Massage, Estim, and Hot/Cold Packs.
Lumbar and Cervical Traction
Applying traction to the neck or low back is proven to be a successful method of providing relief for budging or herniated discs. With problem discs, simple activities such as standing, sitting, bending, and lifting can cause pain and further compress the discs. Traction techniques gently pull on the spine to provide the discs with relief from built-up pressure.
Flexion Distraction is a form of traction used to treat various spinal disc issues in the lumbar spine, such as budging or herniated discs. This method requires a chiropractic table with a freely movable lumbar section. While the patient lays face down, the lower portion of the table moves to create motion within the lumbar spine for the purpose of applying traction to the discs.
A cervical traction device is used to lightly stretch the neck and provide separation between the vertebrae. The patient lays his or her head onto the device, the Doctor pumps the device up to patient tolerance, and the device holds a consistent amount of pressure or pull for a set amount of time. No patient movement is involved.
Mechanical Massage
Mechanical massage is found to relieve muscle tension, reduce pain, and improve circulation. Dr. Djuric’s tool of choice is the Hypervolt. The Hypervolt is a powerful mechanical massager used to loosen chronically tight muscles. Loosening muscles will allow for more effective adjustments and decrease the time necessary for proper healing. This high-velocity vibration therapy can also release trigger points within muscles and even have a numbing effect, providing pain relief.
Estim
Electrical stimulation provides pain relief while contributing assistance to the healing process. The pain relief comes from the electrical impulses overriding the pain signals being sent to the brain. The consistent electrical stimulation also fatigues spastic or chronically tight muscles, forcing the muscles to relax. Relaxing the muscles assists the healing process, and makes for easier, more influential adjustments.
Hot/Cold Packs
Hot packs are used to help relieve tension from chronic muscle tightness. Cold packs provide relief from acute injuries and help manage inflammation during the initial phases of treating an injury.
Corrective exercise plans
The body struggles to maintain proper alignment and stability when exercise in not incorporated into treatment. Corrective exercises stabilize the spine or other joints within the body. Dr. Djuric creates exercise plans to preserve alignment and correct muscular imbalances. Exercise plans are tailored to each patient’s specific case to provide a quicker recovery, better response to treatment, and lasting results.
Dr. Djuric believes that Chiropractic adjustments, corrective exercise, and various therapies create the ideal pathway to optimal health.