A concussion involves sudden direct impact to the head or sudden forceful movement of the neck and head. This coup-contracoup motion, which describes the "sloshing" around of the brain matter itself, significantly disturbs the neurological function of this intricately wired system. Not only does a concussion affect the nervous system, but it can damage the small stabilizing muscles of the neck and shoulder, commonly referred to as whiplash. Chiropractic care addresses the neu

Chiropractic care in pregnancy is vital to the normal physiological function of the mother and child. More women and birth providers are discovering the benefits associated with such care. And they recognize this expertise through the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA) Webster Certification. What is the Webster Technique? The Webster Technique is a specific chiropractic analysis and adjustment using gentle manipulation of the pelvis and sacrum. The goal o

The typical chiropractic appointment lasts 5 to 10 minutes. At Pinnacle Chiropractic in South Burlington, I allow more time for a follow-up visit, typically 20 to 30 minutes. Why? My philosophy has its roots in what a professor once told me. Why I value extra time A clinical professor at New York Chiropractic College used to say to our class, when managing a patient’s case, “think of the patient as if she were your mother. How would you treat her? Now do that.” Each patient d