Chiropractic Techniques
156 West Chestnut St. Washington, PA 15301
724-223-0500
156 West Chestnut St. Washington, PA 15301
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Drs. Glenn and Sam Brenneman  have the knowledge, skills, and training to suggest and execute the chiropractic technique that will benefit you the most. Their education and experience allows them to provide you with the most advanced chiropractic care. They will take the time to discuss your needs and the options available to you. They will make sure you are completely satisfied with the entire process. Call us today to learn more.
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Different Chiropractic Techniques

Palmer Package (both doctors are Palmer graduates)

Palmer package is a system of chiropractic care taught by the Palmer College of Chiropractic. It includes a variety of techniques. The main ones being: Diversified, Thompson, Gonstead, and Toggle Recoil. Diversified consists of spinal analysis to identify the improper position of one or more vertebrae and a manual thrust to correct that position, and the administration of a manual thrust. Thompson uses a special table with drop-away sections to minimize the amount of energy needed to adjust the spine. In Gonstead, the practitioner uses full-spine X-rays and then has the patient sit, kneel, or lie on their side so adjustments can be made. Finally, Toggle Recoil consists of the administration of a high-speed, low-force thrust to the upper cervical spine.

Cox

The Cox technique reverses the harmful effect of gravity on spinal discs and joints. It is meant to reverse a herniated or bulging disc, most often in the neck or lower back. This technique is highly effective for these difficult conditions and is an excellent alternative to lower back surgery.

Gonstead

The Gonstead technique is a full-spine technique, not just a cervical adjustment. It uses x-rays as a reference for curves of the spine and for disc spaces.

Diversified

Diversified chiropractic technique addresses biomechanical failure in each section of the spine, as it relates to subluxation

Activator

Activator method is a proprietary diagnostic and treatment system based on the belief that differences in leg length indicate the need for spinal adjustments. The technique utilizes a small handheld instrument, called an activator, with a soft rubber tip to deliver a light, circumscribed force to the area deemed in need of treatment. This gentle technique works well for patients who do not like the sound associated with adjustments performed by hand. It also works well for patients who cannot handle a forceful adjustment.

SOT

Sacral Occipital Technique (SOT) is a method of chiropractic care designed to normalize the relationship between the foundation of the spine (sacrum) and the top of the spine (occipital). The therapy aims to reduce or eliminate pain, but its primary goal is to normalize whole body function. We often use this technique in combination with Cox technique in treating disc bulges and herniations.

Nimmo

The Nimmo technique uses compression to alleviate extremely tense muscles or trigger points that have formed due to trauma, poor posture, and physical or emotional stress.

Trigger Point Therapy and Myofascial Release

Trigger point therapy is a bodywork technique that involves the applying of pressure to tender muscle tissue in order to relieve pain and dysfunction in these muscles or other parts of the body.
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"Dr. Brenneman saved me from a surgery. A year and a half ago, I was laying on my living room floor in pain. I could barely walk and every move I made was painful. I had to call off from work and went even as far as talking to my boss about short-term/ long-term disability because I was certain surgery was my only option. Finally, my boss made me an appointment at Crossroads chiropractic, and now I'm doing fantastic. I can walk, sit, bend and move pain-free and I feel great. I can't say enough about these great Dr's. I'm forever grateful for their amazing work. I wish I could add the pictures of my x-rays on here so that you could see just how bad my situation was. I would recommend Crossroads Chiropractic to anyone. Oh, and did I mention they are the nicest guys as well. From my very first visit, I could tell they genuinely wanted to help me feel good again. 5-star rating from me. If there were 100 stars, I'd give them that."

- Joe Nicholson
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