Welcome to Thornton Chiropractic!
Thornton Chiropractic is located in Independence, Oregon.
Office Hours:
Monday & Wednesday: 8-12; 1-6pm
Tuesday: 8-12; 2-6pm
Thursday: 2-6pm
Friday: 8-12; 2-6pm
Call (503)838-3346 to make an appointment today!
Massage Therapy: Available January 2nd
with Lisa Roe, BA, LMT OR #12832
What's it all about?
Chiropractic is the science, art, and philosophy that concerns itself with the relationship between your nervous system and the function (health) of your body. Your nervous system, which consists of your brain, spinal cord and all the nerves in your body, controls the function of every cell, tissue, organ, and system of your body. Traumas, stress, bad posture and poor nutritional habits are just a few of the many things that can cause the vertebrae in your spine to shift or move improperly. This can put abnormal pressure on the joints of your spine and cause irritation to your nerves as they exit the spine. Chiropractors call this a subluxation. A subluxation may cause any number of symptoms from pain, muscle tension, headaches, numbness, tingling, weakness and even such things as heartburn, asthma, indigestion or bowel/bladder problems (to name just a few!) Chiropractors are highly trained to detect and remove subluxations from your spine as well as the joints in your arms and legs. Chiropractors use an adjustment with their hands or an instrument to remove subluxations and relieve the pressure on your nerves so you can function at a higher level and enjoy better health.
Who needs it?
To put it simply, anyone who wants to enjoy better health! Chiropractic is safe and effective for all ages or as we like to say, "from cradle to grave". It is very beneficial for women to receive chiropractic treatment during pregnancy and not uncommon for them to bring their newborn babies in for a checkup on the way home from the hospital! Childbirth, whether vaginal or caesarian, is not only stressful for mom but can create enormous stress on a newborn's still-developing spine. Colic, unexplained crying, poor appetite, breathing problems or slow development can often be traced to nervous system dysfunction caused by a subluxation. If nerves are being irritated they cannot communicate properly! Adjustments to babies and children are modified to fit the child's size, weight and unique spinal problem. Parents frequently report that their children under chiropractic care seem healthier, happier and sleep better than other kids their age. Teenagers, middle-agers, and seniors also enjoy the many benefits of chiropractic care. Degeneration (arthritis) of the spine as we age can often be slowed with chiropractic care. Those already suffering from degeneration may experience relief through gentle chiropractic adjustments. Most people are unaware that they have subluxations in their spines. That is because not all nerves transmit pain! For example, your fingers are highly sensitive to touch, heat, pain, etc. - but not your organs. So the nerves controlling your organs may become irritated by subluxations in your spine but you won't feel pain. How do you know you have a subluxation? Go to your chiropractor, have a spinal examination and if needed, an adjustment! Why bother with having a spinal checkup? Most people think nothing of having their teeth checked and cleaned twice a year (which, by the way, can be replaced if damaged or diseased) - why not your spine (which cannot be replaced)? How much more important it is to have our family's spines routinely checked by a qualified chiropractor!
