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The Gonstead Difference

Named after its developer, Dr. Clarence S. Gonstead practiced chiropractic from 1923 until 1978.  Using his background in mechanical engineering and extensive hours spent studying cadaver spines, Dr. Gonstead developed a unique approach to applying chiropractic care.  His foundation principle explains how a subluxation pattern in one area of the spine can produce compensatory changes in another.  His practice in the small town of Mt. Horeb, Wisconsin drew patients from all over the world and is still the largest to have existed to date.  Dr. Gonstead’s brilliant mind and lifelong experience of treating over one million patients enabled him to develop and refine his technique which is now taught and practiced by doctors of chiropractic all over the world.

A Thorough Evaluation

After studying your health history, Dr. John conducts a thorough evaluation of your spine using five criteria to detect the presence of vertebral subluxations.  Dr. John is an expert in the visualization of subtle postural distortions and movements which could indicate spinal problems.  Instrumentation will reveal subluxation patterns by detecting uneven heat distributions along the spine.  Static and motion palpation of your spine reveals area of swelling, tenderness and how well your spine moves at each segment.  X-ray analysis allows Dr. John to evaluate for biomechanical changes, joint and disc integrity and vertebral misalignments.

Full Spine Correction

With a complete picture of your spine it’s time to make the needed corrections.

The focus of the Gonstead adjustment is to be as specific, precise and accurate as possible, addressing only the problem areas.  Great care is taken to ensure a mechanically correct position and precise thrust to provide the most accurate and painless adjustment as possible.  It is the goal of Dr. John to restore and maintain optimal health by locating and correcting any interference to the nerve system caused by vertebral subluxations.

Safe and Effective

The Gonstead Technique is acknowledged as one of the safest and effective systems of evaluating and caring for your spine and health.

"Therein lies the uniqueness of my work.  The Gonstead Technique has a specific application on the affected segment or segments only." -C.S. Gonstead, D.C.