Services
Chiropractic
We use a special instrument called an Arthrostim Adjustor (see right) to adjust your spine. It is unique because it produces rapid
thrusts at a rate of 12 times per second (frequency known as 'the low beta somatomotor rhythm').
This creates specific adjustive energy (force) and a barrage of afferent/information that the
nervous system can use to modify dysfunctional patterns. It capitalizes on the natural feedback
cycle, which the nervous system uses to organize itself. The rapid thrust activates the patient's
proprioceptors and mechanoreceptors without affecting the pain receptors. By utilizing the same
mechanisms that the nervous system uses to control body biomechanics, corrections can be achieved
using reduced force.
The Arthrostim Adjustor is especially useful on those patients who have brittle bones (osteoporosis) or are experiencing significant pain. Children and others who are apprehensive can benefit where a light and gentle thrust is indicated.
Disc Table
Our practice utilizes the Leander Flexion Table (see below). This table combines two biomechanical activities:
Distraction (to pull apart) and Flexion (to bend). Some of the Benefits from using this table
include:
- Increase the intervertebral disc height to remove annular distortion within the pain sensitive peripheral portion.
- Distortion under slight traction reduces protrustions.
- Decreases intradiscal pressure by creating a centripetal force on the protruding nucleous pulposis allowing it to assume a neutral position.
- Helps remove subluxation of the fact joint articualtion and restores physiological motion to this articulation.
- Improves posture and locomotion while relieving pain, improving body function and restoring a state of well-being.
Massage
Massage Therapy is performed in our office as an adjunct to the chiropractic adjustment. Dr. Ronning is a graduate of the Honolulu School of Massage and is actively involved in all of the training of all of the massage therapist that work for him in the clinic. There are specific techniques that are used in the office that are for therapeutic purposes only. Among them are deep tissue, pin and stretch and Vertebral Muscle Spasm Release. Vertebral Muscle Spasm Release is a technique that Dr. Ronning has devised to relax tight muscles around the vertebrae. This allows the vertebrae to stay longer in a position that they are adjusted in which will tend to make the adjustment hold longer. To ensure quality service all massage therapy is prescribed and directed by Dr. Ronning. All of the employees are graduates of an accredited massage school, are licensed and insured for patient’s safety.
Nutrition
You are what you eat....
You've heard it many times, but 'hearing' and 'doing' are two very different things. We're
passionate about your Health, and Nutrition is a fundamental part of that picture. Americans
currently lead the pack, with a current estimated count
of 57 million people with 'pre-diabetes', on top of 23.6 million who already have the disease.
What you eat can literally change your life, for better or worse. The supplements we recommend come from organically grown whole food. the quality is controlled by periodic government evaluation and inspection. They are only dispensed through a qualified health care provider. Please talk to us about our
Nutrition Counseling services.
Wellness Strategy
As a new patient at Ronning Chiropractic, we do a comprehensive evaluation with you to assist us in determining your current state of health, possible daily activities that may be exacerbating existing conditions (and pre-disposing you to new ones), as well as establish a general roadmap for tracking your progress as we get you moving down the road to wellness. This study is cross-referenced with testing results from sophisticated computerized SEMG (Surface Electromyography), ITS (Infrared Thermography), the inclinometer, and X-rays to better understand your health one snapshot in time to the next.
3116A 188th Street NE
Arlington, Washington 98223
360-653-8307
Monday - Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 1pm
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