Unlocking Brain Power with Chiropractic Treatments

Did you know that the very first chiropractic adjustment was performed way back in the late 1800s? Dr. D.D. Palmer in Davenport, Iowa, made history by helping a deaf janitor regain his hearing through chiropractic care. Since then, the field has seen some pretty intriguing developments.

For instance, during the horrific flu pandemic of 1918, which claimed millions of lives worldwide, those who underwent chiropractic treatments had a significantly lower death rate compared to those who didn’t. The difference was staggering—people receiving spinal adjustments had 1/40th the death rate of those who didn’t.

Jump to the 1930s, and there’s another fascinating story. In North Dakota, a judge named Ponath had declared a group of men clinically insane and had them institutionalized. However, after a period of sustained chiropractic care, these same men were reassessed and found to be no longer in need of institutional care. They were released based solely on their improved condition post-chiropractic treatments.

Even Mahatma Gandhi turned to chiropractic care in 1942 when he was battling high blood pressure. He lived with a chiropractor for three months, receiving regular adjustments, and by the end of his treatment, his blood pressure issues had resolved.

These stories are just a few examples of how chiropractic care has played a significant role in historical health crises and personal health challenges. Today, millions of people continue to visit chiropractic clinics worldwide, often finding relief from health issues that don't seem directly related to their spine. The science behind these benefits points to the connection between spinal health and overall well-being, starting from the brain.

Recent studies, including one from 2019, keep bolstering the case for chiropractic's impact on the brain and central nervous system. This particular study showed that people who received spinal adjustments showed improved muscle strength and activity around their elbows compared to those who didn’t receive such care. Over the past twelve years, more research has shown similar positive impacts on the brain’s influence over the entire body, thanks to advancements in technology that provide clearer data supporting these outcomes.

It turns out, the spine is akin to a super-computer housed within our bodies. When it’s free from restrictions, the brain can work its magic—helping to heal, restore, and maximize the body’s functions. It's clear that everyone, from kids to adults, could potentially benefit from exploring what chiropractic care has to offer.

Brain Science 2019
"Increased Voluntary Activation of the Elbow Flexors Following a Single Session of Spinal Manipulation in a Subclinical Neck Pain Population." M Kingett, K Holt, I Khan Niazi, R Wiberg Nedergaard, M Lee, H Haavik