What exactly is an Atlas Orthogonist?
The Atlas Orthogonist is a licensed Doctor of Chiropractic who completes two years of education in addition to Chiropractic school to learn how to utilize this sound wave method of specifically adjusting the spine. The Atlas Orthogonist has undergone extensive training specifically to correct spinal misalignment by using the atlas orthogonal percussion instrument.
How does this unique method differ from general chiropractic care?
One of the most obvious differences is the gentle, painless way in which an Atlas Orthogonist works. No “twisting” or “cracking” is ever used or needed. The Atlas Orthogonist's methods require such gentle touches to the affected area that patients may find it hard to believe that anything effective has been accomplished. But, their doubts vanish as quickly as their pain and discomfort.
Does it hurt?
The Atlas Orthogonal spinal correction is painless and barely felt by the patient. Because of the precise x-ray analysis used to determine the specific adjustment to be made, a correction can be made without any forceful jerking or twisting movements.
What can I expect after my first correction?
After the first Atlas Orthogonal spinal correction, you may experience a variety of changes within your body. These are due to the nervous system responding to the structural correction. For others, their symptoms may disappear immediately. For some others, new symptoms may be a positive sign that healing is taking place. In order to heal, the body must go through different cycles of repair, which very often express themselves in some of the following ways:
- Tingling or numbness
- Tiredness or sleepiness
- Muscle stiffness/Soreness
You should not be concerned if the pain changes or moves to another area of the body.
However, the amount of misalignment and severity of the condition will determine the recovery time. Please make the doctor aware of any and all changes.
How Long Does an Adjustment Last?
The accuracy of the procedure affords the patient longer lasting effects. Thus, in many cases, one or two adjustments is all that is needed to get proven results. And while the Atlas can again lose its proper adjustment, for most patients the procedure results in far fewer visits than most other procedures. The end result is that Atlas Orthogonal provides simple, gentle and dramatic results. And that translates into greater relief, better health, fewer office visits and less money spent.
Are X-Rays necessary?
Yes. It is important that certain x-rays be taken. To see is to know, to not see is to guess. An Atlas Orthogonist will never guess about your health. He/she has had extensive X-ray training and will never require x-ray studies that are not vital to the diagnosis and treatment of your condition.
