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What is Diversified Technique?
Diversified Technique (DT) or simply “Diversified” is considered the most commonly used manipulative technique by chiropractors.[1] We have heard it considered a core technique. Like many chiropractic and osteopathic manipulative techniques, Diversified is characterized by a high-velocity low-amplitude thrust. Diversified is often described as the most general chiropractic manipulative technique and is differentiated from other…
What is Cranio-Sacral / Craniosacral technique?
Originally conceived by an Osteopath, Craniosacral Technique has been applied within Chiropractic treatment plans, complements chiropractic manipulative therapies and has significant implications when added to Wellness Plans. The technique involves manipulating the cerebro-spinal fluid flows by gently shifting the spinal and skull structures from the vertex of the head to the tip of the sacrum.…
What is Graston Technique?
Graston Technique is a method of instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) that is practiced by a wide range of practitioners, and is not specifically associated with chiropractic, although Chiropractors can and do become certified in IASTM. Graston involves the use of patented and specialized curved metal instruments, blunted but with a slight bevel, that are…
What is Network Chiropractic?
Network Chiropractic is a non-mainstream, proprietary and esoteric system of management that involves chiropractic but also specialized light touch to specific areas as well as psychological reinforcement. Network chiropractors often follow the techniques of Network Spinal Analysis (NSA), a proprietary technique begun by Donald Epstein, DC. NSA chiropractors promote the philosophy that the spine is…