Services & Techniques
Services
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 Hutchinson office.
Chiropractic CareDr. Jolene Yoder performs advanced spinal correction in our Hutchinson practice 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. Jolene Yoder has years of training and experience in spinal adjustment.
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.
Chiropractic Adjustments/manipulation
The treatment used to correct subluxations (misalignments) and fixations (reduced joint movement) of the spine which produce symptoms of joint, soft tissue or nerve pain.
High frequency sound waves help reduce inflammation, swelling and scar tissue through micro-massage of the deep tissues. It is effective for reducing myofascial pain (trigger points) and it promotes healing injured tissues.
Interferential Electrical Stimulation
This therapy is effective in relieving soft tissue pain and muscle spasms. Patients find it soothing and relaxing..
Electrical Muscle Stimulation
This therapy is used to reduce muscle spasm and rehabilitate muscles.
DTS (Decompression Traction System)
1) Research has proven discs may be a primary site of back and leg pain, as well as neck and arm pain. .
2) The disc is damaged by "compression & flexion" ['squishing1.
3) The disc is avascular (it has no direct blood supply). It gets its nutrients in and waste products out by diffusion [like a sponge]. The healthier the disc the greater its' diffusion.
4) Over time loss of strength of the lower abdominal and low back muscles, poor posture, trauma etc. increase the "compression" on the discs, especially of the lower discs [LSIL4] and the mid-neck discs [CS/C6].
5) DTS therapy stretches the spine in a safe, controlled and very specific way to open the disc spaces. This decreases the pressure on the discs and allows an increase of blood flow to help reduce inflammation and heal the area.
6) Research indicates in some cases bulges may be pulled or drawn in by DTS decompression and help relieve pinched nerves.
7) As with all therapy your adherence to the treatment advice and protocols are vital to ensure the best possible outcome. Additionally, though "Decompression" therapy can help many back conditions it is not a 'cure' for everyone. Many times disc damage cannot be fully healed due to the extent of damage or the continuation of irritating activities.
8) Since traction works with the body's natural healing processes, it does take time to gain full relief. Twelve sessions is the usual minimum number for disc injuries, especially with leg or arm radiation [if the condition continues to improve a maintenance program maybe beneficial] & don't skip rehab/exercises!!
9) "Decompression" is a sate and comfortable treatment for most. It rarely causes pain or worsens symptoms [if traction is painful it is simply discontinued]. Occasionally spasms can create post treatment discomfort (ice or electric stimulation will usually relieve it). Tell us immediately if pain increases. Decompression is usually not the treatment of choice for acute pain of less than one week, especially if it is difficult to move and bend.
Therapeutic Exercise - Low tech rehab
Our patients are given exercises to help strengthen and correct their unique problem. Most exercises can be performed at home and can improve the effectiveness of their spinal correction. This enhances the treatment process by involving the patient, which reduces the likelihood of future problems.
The Associate (by Foot Levelers) - Postural screening and foot orthotics
The Associate will allow us to do a complete postural screening trom head to toe. Posture screening can reveal important health information and unlock the door to improved health and well¬being. The Associate also does a digital foot scan which visibly demonstrates how patient's foot imbalances affect their postural stability. Footlevelers can create a custom made orthotic trom the foot scan. Orthotics are inserts that are put in the shoes to correct the imbalances in the feet which enhances the stability of the feet, ankles, knees, hips and spine.
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.
We provide specific recommendations on nutritional supplements and healthy food choices to enhance our patients' return to optimal health. Do you know which supplements and vitamins are good for you? Dr. Jolene Yoder can provide a structured nutritional program based on your individual needs.
Spinal and Postural Screenings
Posture and spinal screenings can reveal important health information and unlock the door to improved health and well-being. We provide screenings at area malls, community events, health fairs and places of employment. Contact our Hutchinson office today to arrange a screening at your event or workplace.
To complement and enhance the healing effects the specific Chiropractic manipulative treatment Dr. Jolene Yoder performs, we at Chiropractic Health Clinic also provide the following physiological therapeutic procedures:
- Interferential electrical muscle stimulation
- Microamperage neural stimulation
- Mechanical traction
- Cryotherapy
- Moist heat therapy
3D Spine Simulator
Launch 3D Spine Simulator