Visualize your spine
X-rays are the cornerstones of the Gonstead chiropractic method. The Gonstead chiropractor is able to rely on x-rays to determine the exact position of your vertebra subluxation. The Gonstead doctor will make the correction only after an intensive analysis of how far out of position your vertebra is. After a specific care schedule, a second series of x-rays are taken and utilized to determine the adjustment has correctly fixed the misaligned vertebra. Pre x-rays are a vital part of chiropractic examination. Post x-rays are important to document the efficacy of the chiropractic care plan.
Pre-treatment
After completing a thorough examination, a postural and x-ray analysis is performed. This is a critical component of the initial patient office visit and helps to determine if the patient is a candidate for the chiropractic care offered by Eriksen Chiropractic. Your doctor will then explain to you how he is going to correct the subluxation with a detailed treatment plan tailored to your individual needs.
Post-treatment
Your Chiropractor will take comparative x-rays of the spine. The comparative x-ray enables the doctor to know that the correction from the first x-ray analysis is the right one for future adjustments. You will be shown the post x-ray so that you can actually see the difference if any, for yourself.