Cashel Chiropractic
Gonstead Chiropractic
Gonstead Chiropractic is considered the “Gold Standard of Excellence” in the chiropractic field. This method utilizes patient interviews, observation, and several medical instruments, including digital imaging, to diagnose and discover the source of a patient’s pain or discomfort. Then, Dr. Cashel uses these findings to determine a scientifically based, effective, and efficient treatment plan tailored to an individual’s health goals.
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Experience The Gonstead Difference
The Gonstead Method conducts a much more comprehensive spinal assessment than other chiropractic methods. When our Lehi chiropractor uses this extensive spinal analysis, he considers all aspects of your health using the following 5 criteria to detect the presence of any spinal subluxation:
- Visualization — Visualization is a way to cross reference all the other findings. Your chiropractor is an expert in visually assessing for subtle changes in your posture and movement, which could indicate a problem.
- Instrumentation — The instrument of choice in the Gonstead System is the Nervo-Scope, which detects uneven distributions of heat along the spine that can indicate inflammation and nerve pressure. Your practitioner guides this device down the length of your back. It feels like two fingers gliding down each side of your spine.
- Static Palpation — This is simply the process of feeling (or palpating) your spine in a stationary (or static) position. Your chiropractor will feel for the presence of swelling (or edema), tenderness, and any abnormal texture or tightness in the muscles and other tissues of your back.
- Motion Palpation — This process involves feeling the spine while moving and bending it at various angles. This enables the chiropractor to determine how easily or difficult each segment in your spine moves in different directions.
- X-Ray Analysis — X-ray films enable your doctor to visualize the entire structure of your spine. These are helpful with evaluating posture, joint and disc integrity, and vertebral misalignments, as well as ruling out any pathologies or recent fractures that may be present or contributing to your condition. These full-spine radiographs are taken in the standing, weight-bearing position to substantiate the examination findings fully.
Dr. Rob Cashel has successfully improved the health of thousands of patients utilizing the Gonstead Method. Just like with each of these patients, our Lehi chiropractor will use this scientifically based, effective, and efficient treatment approach to tailor a plan especially for you.
No one should live with pain and discomfort. Take the first step in your journey to the “Peak of Health,” and book a consultation with Dr. Rob now.
Benefits of the Gonstead Method
- A scientifically based, efficient, and effective treatment plan based upon a personalized comprehensive spinal and general health analysis.
- A treatment plan focused on the root causes of pain and discomfort.
- Specific & precise spinal adjustments determined by your individual treatment plan
- Gentle non-invasive procedures
- Reduction in inflammation and its associated pain and discomfort
- Long lasting results
Frequently Asked Questions
We’ve created a chiropractic FAQ page to answer patients’ frequently asked questions about subluxations and the Gonstead technique.
What Is a Spinal Subluxation?
A spinal subluxation, or vertebral subluxation complex, is the term for when one or more vertebrae become misaligned from trauma, illness, or stress. When this occurs, the misaligned vertebrae can interfere with the normal function of the nervous system they’re supposed to protect.
What Are the Symptoms of Spinal Subluxation?
- Pain, tenderness, soreness, and stiffness in the neck and/or back
- Spinal muscle spasms
- Loss of or reduction in spinal flexibility
- Pain, numbness, or tingling in the extremities
- Chronic headaches
- Dizziness or balance problems
How Does the Gonstead Method Treat Spinal Subluxation?
The Gonstead Method is considered the gold standard in subluxation identification and treatment. Dr. Rob Cashel is trained and experienced in Gonstead spinal adjustment techniques. You only get one spine, so take good care of it and book a consultation with Cashel Chiropractic now.