At Adkins Chiropractic, we take great pride in providing the finest chiropractic care to our patients. Below is a sampling of the different chiropractic services we offer in our Anchorage office.
- Chiropractic Care
- Nutritional Counseling
- Corrective Exercises
- Ergonomic Training
- Lifestyle Advice
- Physiotherapy
Chiropractic Care
We provide advanced spinal correction utilizing "state of the art" chiropractic techniques. Never in the history of chiropractic have we been able to provide the level of help and expertise that now exists. These newer correction methods are even safer, more comfortable and more effective than ever before. As a Doctor of Chiropractic, Dr. Joel Adkins has years of training and experience in spinal adjustment.
Corrective Exercises
We teach our patients special "blueprint" exercises designed just for them to help strengthen and correct their own unique problem. These exercises can be performed in the comfort of your own home and can improve the effectiveness of your spinal correction by as much as 30-40%. In addition to skeletal misalignment, muscles and connective tissues can be out of place or strained by improper alignment and use. Specific exercises and stretches can help your body stay in balance and in health.
Lifestyle Advice
We often find it helpful to "coach" our patients on certain activities they should avoid or do differently to avoid aggravating their particular health challenge. Our goal is to help every patient achieve a fulfilling and happy lifestyle full of the activities they enjoy most. We recognize that each our patient is a whole person, and help them reach true health and wellness is a collaborate effort between our professionals and our patients.
Nutritional Counseling
We provide specific recommendations on nutritional supplements and healthy food choices to enhance our patientīs return to optimal health. Do you know which supplements and vitamins are good for youDr. Joel Adkins can provide a structured nutritional program based on your individual needs.
Ergonomic Training
Ergonomic training can help both individuals and organizations to improved health and well-being as well as reduce injuries. We provide ergonomic assessments for individuals, organizations, corporations, and small businesses. Our focus is on computer workstation analysis and injury prevention. Contact us today to arrange a screening for you or your workplace.
Physiotherapy
To complement and enhance the healing effects of Dr. Joel specific Chiropractic adjustment treatment, we at Adkins Chiropractic also provide the following physiological therapeutic procedures:
- Ultrasound
- Interferential electrical muscle stimulation
- Microamperage neural stimulation
- Mechanical traction
- Cryotherapy
- Diathermy
- Moist heat therapy
- Paraffin bath
- Work hardening rehabilitation program
Resources
American Chiropractic Association (ACA)
Website: www.acatoday.org
National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)
Website: www.nasm.org
Active Release Technique (ART)
Website: www.activerelease.com
American Academy of Spine Physicians (AASP)
Website: www.spinephysicians.org