Although some of his patients come to him because they don't believe in the traditional medical establishment, Neuenschwander said that most of his patients haven't had any results from mainstream doctors and are looking for a different type of care. The spine not only supports the body from the waist up, but it also protects the spinal cord. Spinal subluxations, or the misalignment of vertebrae in the spine, can put pressure on nerves and lead to back pain. This interference is often due to pinched nerves in the back that are no longer fully functioning. Sommers uses different techniques, including the activator, an instrument that applies pressure on the vertebrae and realigns the spine.
Chiropractors vouch for the positive effects their work can have on health.
I'm small boned. Chiropractic care is gentle, Sommers said. I don't know anyone who has ever broken a bone. Chiropractors are known for their ability to relieve back pain, but their treatment goes beyond just fixing the back. Sommers said that diet, exercise, and a person's psychological composition are all important factors he uses.