Mine is not only a story of why I became a chiropractor but how I realized my destiny at the age of 12 years old. I was experiencing breathing difficulties. After visiting several doctors and being diagnosed with chronic bronchitis, their only recommendations for treatment were antibiotics and inhaled medications. They granted me temporary relief but my problem was not solved.
My mother had been visiting a chiropractor in downtown Orlando for low back pain. She shared with him my problems. He suggested that she bring me in for a consultation. But, I was not suffering from back pain?! Since my medications were not solving my breathing difficulties, we decided we had nothing to lose. Little to mine or my mothers knowledge, the path of my life was about to be realized. My first visit was comprised of many tests: range of motion, reflexes, muscle strength, posture and coordination to name a few. Then, he took x-rays of my entire spine. On my second visit, I remember my x-rays hanging on a giant view box with several marks and angles locating my misalignments. He found that my rib cage was not functioning properly. He explained that my breathing problems were caused by my ribs and vertebrae not moving properly because of their misalignment.
The chiropractor reviewed my x-rays each visit to locate my misalignments and performed very precise adjustments. After each adjustment, he would carefully check the motion and position of these vertebrae to ensure the proper correction had been made. He explained that all chiropractors should take special care to be as precise as possible; otherwise, the adjustment would be of no benefit to the patient.
After just three short weeks of treatment, I threw my medications in the trash never to use them again. Ever since I could remember, I had always wanted to become a doctor. But at the age of 12, I knew my destiny was to become a chiropractor! I was amazed that he was able to fix my problems, while only using his hands. He had such a profound effect on my life without the use of drugs or performing surgery.
20+ years later, I'm pleased to announce that I am opened my own practice! South Lake Wellness and Injury Center will be opened its doors in September of 2004! I am a chiropractor that focuses on and listens to your needs. I will prescribe a course of treatment that will best serve you. I promise that I will carefully examine and treat you with the same precision and expertise as the man that changed my life.
Visit me at www.drpeterbrockman.com or call 352-241-4111 to schedule a consultation
Thursday, January 31, 2008
Study provides evidence that Chiropractic reduces blood pressure
Study provides evidence that Chiropractic reduces blood pressure
Did you know that getting your neck adjusted could lower your blood pressure? Yes, it's true according to a recent study that was published in the Journal of Clinical Hypertension (volume 8 number 5 May 2006). Researchers found that anatomical abnormalities (subluxations or misalignments) of the cervical spine at the level of the Atlas vertebra are associated with relative ischemia of the brainstem circulation and increased blood pressure. Manual correction of this misalignment has been associated with reduced arterial pressure. This pilot study tested the hypothesis that correcting the misalignment of the Atlas vertebra reduces and maintains improved blood pressure. The study included 50 patients that were not taking medication and suffered from stage I hypertension. These patients were evaluated using a randomized, double blind, and placebo controlled study design at a single center. Patients received no medication during the eight week study session. After baseline measurements of their blood pressure were taken, they received either chiropractic adjustments or a placebo procedure. Considering that the technique performed was very gentle (no cracking), it was difficult or impossible for the patients to distinguish between the real chiropractic adjustment and false procedure. Statistical analysis was performed comparing the baseline with the results after the eight weeks of visits. The study demonstrated an 8/5 mm reduction in pressure at eight weeks versus the placebo group. In other words, a patient that entered the study with a blood pressure of 147/92, at the end of the study had a blood pressure of 130/82. The only treatment received was chiropractic adjustments to the cervical spine.
In my opinion, this is a landmark study. Chiropractic adjustments not only treat neck and back pain. They can affect the human physiology at all levels. Thomas Edison stated over 100 years ago: " The doctor of the future will give no medicine but will interest his patients in the care of the human frame, in diet and in the cause and prevention of disease." This is what chiropractors do everyday all over the world!!
To speak with Dr. Peter Brockman regarding this or any other medical issues, please call his office, South Lake Wellness & Injury Center, to set up an appointment at 352-241-4111 or email him via his web site at www.drpeterbrockman.com or clermontchiropractor.blogspot.com.
Did you know that getting your neck adjusted could lower your blood pressure? Yes, it's true according to a recent study that was published in the Journal of Clinical Hypertension (volume 8 number 5 May 2006). Researchers found that anatomical abnormalities (subluxations or misalignments) of the cervical spine at the level of the Atlas vertebra are associated with relative ischemia of the brainstem circulation and increased blood pressure. Manual correction of this misalignment has been associated with reduced arterial pressure. This pilot study tested the hypothesis that correcting the misalignment of the Atlas vertebra reduces and maintains improved blood pressure. The study included 50 patients that were not taking medication and suffered from stage I hypertension. These patients were evaluated using a randomized, double blind, and placebo controlled study design at a single center. Patients received no medication during the eight week study session. After baseline measurements of their blood pressure were taken, they received either chiropractic adjustments or a placebo procedure. Considering that the technique performed was very gentle (no cracking), it was difficult or impossible for the patients to distinguish between the real chiropractic adjustment and false procedure. Statistical analysis was performed comparing the baseline with the results after the eight weeks of visits. The study demonstrated an 8/5 mm reduction in pressure at eight weeks versus the placebo group. In other words, a patient that entered the study with a blood pressure of 147/92, at the end of the study had a blood pressure of 130/82. The only treatment received was chiropractic adjustments to the cervical spine.
In my opinion, this is a landmark study. Chiropractic adjustments not only treat neck and back pain. They can affect the human physiology at all levels. Thomas Edison stated over 100 years ago: " The doctor of the future will give no medicine but will interest his patients in the care of the human frame, in diet and in the cause and prevention of disease." This is what chiropractors do everyday all over the world!!
To speak with Dr. Peter Brockman regarding this or any other medical issues, please call his office, South Lake Wellness & Injury Center, to set up an appointment at 352-241-4111 or email him via his web site at www.drpeterbrockman.com or clermontchiropractor.blogspot.com.
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