Frequently Asked Questions

Questions:

What is chiropractic?

Chiropractic is a branch of the healing arts based upon the understanding that good health depends, in part, upon a normally functioning nervous system (especially the spine, and the nerves extending from the spine to all parts of the body). "Chiropractic" comes from the Greek word chiropraktikos, meaning "effective treatment by hand." Chiropractic stresses the idea that the cause of many disease processes begins with the body's inability to adapt to its environment. It looks to address these diseases not by the use of drugs and chemicals, but by locating and adjusting a musculoskeletal area of the body which is functioning improperly.

What conditions benefit from chiropractic care?

Although chiropractic is used most frequently to relieve low back pain, studies have found it to be effective for a variety of conditions, such as migraine headaches, neck and shoulder pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, fibromyalgia, and infantile colic.

Does Chiropractic hurt?

Under normal circumstances, adjustments don't hurt. The patient may experience a minor amount of discomfort during the adjustment which lasts only seconds. With our new computer-based percussive adjustments, the soreness is virutally non-existant and the degree of safety has been increased dramatically compared to traditional manual spine adjustments that include a "crack" and "pop."

Is Chiropractic safe?

Chiropractic adjustments or manipulations are extremely safe. For manual, hands-on adjustments, the risk factor is estimated to be in excess of one million to one. However, for those who prefer only the percussive Pro-Adjuster computerized adjustment device, the safety factor has been improved exponentially! Per your preference,we can use either approach - or both.

What kind of education and training do doctors of chiropractic have?

Chiropractors receive an education that emphasizes neuromuscular diagnosis and treatment. Preparation for the practice of chiropractic is concentrated on three areas of learning; basic training in the biological and health sciences (anatomy, physiology, histology, biochemistry, clinical and radiological diagnosis); specialized training in the chiropractic discipline (theoretical studies, practice, diagnosis and applications); and extensive clinical training.

Have any studies been published showing what chiropractic is effective for?

Multiple studies have documented the effectiveness of chiropractic in relieving back pain. More recent studies have shown chiropractic to be effective in treating infantile colic and migraine headaches.

What can I expect on my first visit?

The doctor will take a detailed history of your problem and gather clues about the possible cause or contributing causes. A spinal examination will be performed, including specific orthopedic tests, a computerized muscle analysis, and a computerized spinal fixation analysis using the Pro-Adjuster percussive technology. All these tests are completely painless to the patient. If indicated, x-rays will be taken. If you are in severe pain, the doctor may order immediate therapy for pain management. Then all the information is compiled and correlated so the doctor can prepare a complete report for you which will answer these questions: What's wrong with me? Can you help? How long will it take? How much will it cost?

Why would I choose your office over somebody else?

I do not know of any other doctor who has more of a passion for what he does. I am especially excited about introducing people to our new computerized technology called the ProAdjuster. This is a computer-guided instrument that tests each vertebra for relative fixation, provides computer data feedback of the test and then sends a measured percussive force to correct joint fixations.
There is only one other office in the City of Dallas that has stepped out and invested in this cutting edge technology. Come and share my newfound passion for safely correcting spinal subluxations without "snap, crackle, pop," or I will provide traditional techniques if you so choose. The choice is yours.
-Dr. Matthew Brown

What is Chelsanna Wellness?

Chelsanna is being developed into a systematic approach to helping people acheive and maintain exceptional health, quality living, pain relief, disease prevention, and vitality. A major tenet of our philosophy is that the human body will default to a state of optimal health, painfree, productive, energetic, deep sleep, and graceful aging . . . IF YOU PUT THE RIGHT INGREDIENTS INTO THE BODY AND MINIMIZE TOXIC INGREDIENTS. The question is, "What is the right stuff and what is toxic to the human body?" In an over-communicated society where people are confused with conflicting messages, we are developing systems that will provide a systematic comparison of various strategies to fight disease and boost immune function. We will systematically walk you through a process that allows you to compare the many strategies "out there" in the media and various methods taught by doctors. Then, with our proprietary outcomes-based comparative system, you can make better, more-informed choices for you and your family!