Dr. Michael D Sullivan, DC - Charlotte - Gastonia - Alternative Medicine - Chiropractics

CHIROPRACTIC TECHNIQUES: Diversified Method- Full spine adjusting technique, performed manually with patient in specific positions. Gonstead Method- Full spine adjusting technique, performed manually with patient in specific positions. Activator assisted adjustments- Use of the Activator instrument to perform the physical adjustment; (not specific to the Activator Methods) Mainly used on smaller areas or bones; ie. Hands, sinuses, etc., Also used when too much pain or muscle spasms prevent the delivery of a beneficial manual adjustment Excellent for assisting in the adjustment of infants and children THERAPEUTIC MODALITIES: Cryotherapy- Ice packs; reduce swelling and pain. Moist Heat- Increase circulation, relax muscles and joints. Electrical Muscle Stimulation- Reduce muscle spasms, increase muscle tone, promote healing. Intersegmental Traction- Increase joint mobility, circulation and reduce nerve irritation.