What is a Spinal Subluxation?

There are actually five components that contribute to the Vertebral Subluxation complex (VSC).

 

Bone Component-where the vertebra is either out of position, not moving properly, or are undergoing degeneration.  This frequently leads to a narrowing of the spaces between the bones through which the nerves pass; often resulting in irritation or impingement of the nerve itself.

 

Nervous Component-is the disruption of the normal flow of energy along the nerve fibers, causing the messages traveling along the nerves to become distorted.  The result is that all of the tissues that are fed by those nerves receive distorted signals from the brain and, consequently, are not able to function normally.  Over time, this can lead to a whole host of conditions, such as peptic ulcers, constipation and other organ system dysfunction.

 

Muscular Component-since nerves control the muscles that help hold the vertebrae in place, muscles have to be considered to be an integral part of the vertebral subluxation complex.  In fact, muscles both affect, and are affected by the VSC.  A subluxation can irritate a nerve, the irritated nerve can cause a muscle to spasm, the spasmed muscle pulls the attached vertebrae further out of place, which then further irritates the nerve and you have a vicious cycle.  It is no wonder that very few subluxations just go away by themselves.

 

Soft Tissue Component-the VSC will also affect the surrounding tendons, ligaments, blood supply, and other tissues as the misaligned vertebrae tug and squeeze the connective tissue with tremendous force.  Over time, the soft tissues can become stretched out or scarred, leaving the spine with either a permanent instability or restriction.

 

Chemical Component-is the change in the chemistry of the body due to the VSC.  Most often, the chemical changes, such as the release of a class of chemicals called "kinins," are pro-inflammatory; meaning that they increase inflammation in the affected area.

 

These changes get progressively worse over time if they are not treated correctly, leading to chronic pain, inflammation, arthritis, muscle trigger points, the formation of bone spurs, loss of movement,  as well as muscle weakness and spasm.  Chiropractors have known the dangers of the vertebral subluxation complex ever since the birth of the profession.

 

More and more scientific research is demonstrating the tremendous detrimental impact that subluxation have on the tissue of the body.  In order to be truly healthy, it is vital that your nervous system be functioning free of interference from subluxations.  Chiropractors are the only health professionals trained in the detection, location, and correction of the vertebral subluxation complex through chiropractic care.

 

 

Dr. Ernst, Chiropractor and Clinic director for Shelton and Hoodsport Chiropractic.  Dr. Ernst enjoys helping the patient reach their potential health and well being through chiropractic.  Dr. Ernst and Shannon have 4 children and one grandchild.

Dr. Morson is our token Canadian chiropractor, contributing to the multicultural feel of the office- not really eh!  He is a 2002 graduate of the Los Angeles College of Chiropractic, and has been practicing chiropractic in the South Sound since 2003.  He lives in Shelton with his wife and 4 young children, and  enjoys aviation in his free time.

Shannon Ernst is our Office Manager and the better half of Dr. Ernst!! :) I have been working at Shelton Chiropractic for 12 years.  We moved to here in 1998.  We have enjoyed this area and the small community.  I enjoy golfing, boating and spending time with my wonderful family.

Carolyn H.; After a brief retirement (mental health break :)  ) I have returned to Shelton Chiropractic.  Shelton Chiropractic has brought the billing back in house and that is what I am doing.  I enjoy life as a wife, mom, grandmother to two and a quilter.  I'm also very involved in church worship playing the keyboard and singing.  IT'S GOOD TO BE BACK!

Erika , Chiropractic Assistant.  I have worked as a chiropractic assistant for 10 years.  The last four here at Shelton Chiropractic.  We moved from North Bend, WA four years ago.  I LOVE knitting.  If "I'm sittin', I'm knitting!"  I look forward to seeing you soon!

Carolyne W. after a brief retirement.... OOPS thats the other Carolyn.  I am Mother of four, Grandmother to five.  I am an avid reader and recently (thanks to Erika) I have taken up knitting.  I, too, am glad Carolyn is back.

Kristin, massage therapist, I have had the pleasure of working at Shelton Chiropractic for ten years, as a massage thereapist/CA.  I have lived in this area for the last twenty years with my Husbad and two children (16 & 20)

Jennifer, massage therapist, I have been doing massage for ten years, five of which has been here with Shelton Chiropractic Center.  I live here in Shelton with my Husband of eight years and my two daughters (11 & 2) 

Abbey, massage therapist, I've been a licensed massage therappist since 2001.  I had a three year break from  massage when I went to Germany to do youth outreach with American Military teen.  I started working at this office doing massage the end of August 2009 and I LOVE IT HERE!

-JJ Virgin, PhD, CNS/Celebrity Wellness Expert

In my work on the Dr. Phil Show, the entire crew utilizes Chiropractic care.  We have directly seen its positive effects on our own health and well being. But more so, we have keenly observed those guests on the show in our "Biggest Loser" segments that do not use Chiropractic care.  The difference in overall health is markedly different. 

It is my sincerest suggestion to you that the greatest gift you can give yourself, and those of whom you love, as well as those that love you, is the gift of health and well being. Your Chiropractor is an expert in these areas. Please ask for suggestions to make your life and the life of your loved ones the very best it can be.

Bombay Chicken/Serves 4

4 (6-oz.) boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 2-inch pieces

3 tablespoons olive oil oil

1/2 cup chopped red onion

3 cloves garlic, pressed

1/2 teaspoon sea salt

2 tablespoons minced fresh gingerroot

1/8 teaspoon chili powder

1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1/2 teaspoon curry powder, or to taste

1 cup diced fresh peaches

1/2 cup gluten free chicken broth

1/4 cup white wine

1/3 cup coconut milk

2 teaspoons arrowroot starch

 

Heat the oil in a large skillet with a tight-fitting lid over medium-high heat; add chicken and cook for 3 minutes per side or until golden; remove from skillet and set aside. To the same skillet, add onion and cook for 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Return chicken to skillet. Add broth, salt, chili powder, cayenne pepper, curry powder, peaches and wine; stir to combine. Bring to a boil then cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until chicken is fork-tender. In a cup, combine coconut milk and arrowroot starch; gradually add to skillet; bring to a boil and cook until thickened.

 

SERVING SUGGESTION: Serve chicken on a bed of brown rice (1/2 cup serving size), a serving of steamed broccoli and a spinach salad with avocado on the side.

 

H1N1 a Scam?

A stunning new report reveals that top scientists who convinced the World Health Organization (WHO) to declare H1N1 a global pandemic held close financial ties to the drug companies that profited from the sale of those vaccines. This report, published in the British Medical Journal, exposes the hidden ties that drove WHO to declare a pandemic, resulting in billions of dollars in profits for vaccine manufacturers.  

Several key advisors who urged WHO to declare a pandemic received direct financial compensation from the very same vaccine manufacturers who received a windfall of profits from the pandemic announcement. During all this, WHO refused to disclose any conflicts of interests between its top advisors and the drug companies who would financially benefit from its decisions.

All the kickbacks, in other words, were swept under the table and kept silent, and WHO somehow didn't think it was important to let the world know that it was receiving policy advice from individuals who stood to make millions of dollars when a pandemic was declared.

Here's a summary of how the WHO vaccine scam worked:

 Step 1) Exaggerate the risk: WHO hypes up the pandemic risk by declaring a phase 6 pandemic even when the mortality rate of the virus was so low that it could be halted with simple vitamin D supplements.  

Step 2) Urge countries to stockpile: WHO urged nations around the world to stockpile H1N1 vaccines, calling it a "public health emergency."

Step 3) Collect the cash: Countries spend billions of dollars buying and stockpiling H1N1 vaccines while Big Pharma pockets the cash.

Step 4) Get your kickbacks: WHO advisors, meanwhile, collected their kickbacks from the vaccine manufacturers. Those kickbacks were intentionally kept secret.

Step 5) Keep people afraid: In order to keep demand for the vaccines as high as possible, WHO continued to flame the fears by warning that H1N1 was extremely dangerous and everybody should continue to get vaccinated. (The CDC echoed the same message in the USA.)

This is how WHO pulled off one of the greatest vaccine pandemic scams in the last century, and it worked like gangbusters. WHO advisors walked away with loads of cash, the drug companies stockpiled huge profits, and the taxpayers of nations around the world were left saddled with useless vaccines rotting on the shelves that will soon have to be destroyed (at additional taxpayer cost, no doubt) or dumped down the drain (where they will contaminate the waterways).

Meanwhile, nobody dared tell the public the truth about vitamin D, thereby ensuring that the next pandemic will give them another opportunity to repeat the exact same scam (for yet more profit).

 

Holiday Coupon Program

During the month of July, our office continues our annual Holiday Coupon program.

 If you have a friend or loved one that you feel could benefit from drugless Chiropractic Care, simply call our off at the above number and mention this special program.

The Holiday Coupon enables family members, friends, and loved ones, receive a consultation, examination, and X rays if needed, at no charge! (Up to a $260 Value)   This special program expires July 31st.

Just call the office at the above number or respond to this newsletter and mention the Holiday Coupon.  The greatest gift we can give to someone else is the gift of drugless health.

 

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