What is Chiropractic?

Chiropractic - a specialty health field
Chiropractic is a science that focuses on the relationship between structure (primarily the spine) and function (primarily the nervous system). As a specialty health field, it is concerned with how that relationship affects the restoration and preservation of health.

Doctors of Chiropractic recognize that the human body is under the complete control of the central nervous system. Interference with - or irritation of - this system may result in pain and bodily malfunction. The chiropractor detects and removes this interference in order to restore spinal structure and mechanics. This allows the body to use its inherent healing abilities to relieve pain and to promote optimal health.

Chiropractic Biophysics - unique and effective
Total Rehab specializes in a technique called Chiropractic Biophysics®. This gentle, natural approach is the most thoroughly researched and scientific technique used by chiropractors.

Chiropractic Biophysics:

• Is the only technique focusing on posture correction
• Is the only technique that utilizes before and after rehab x-rays demonstrating corrective change in spine
• Delivers results for patients who have tried other chiropractors and physical therapy with little improvement

Chiropractic Biophysics reduces pain and noticeably improves posture so your body can function properly. It may be used to rehabilitate the spine along with other services such as ultrasound, electric muscle stimulation, intersegmental traction and mechanical traction.

"Posture affects and moderates every physiologic function from breathing to hormonal production. Ultimately, It appears that homeostasis, and autonomic regulations are intimately connected with posture." According to a research study done by: C.N. Shealy, MD, PhD, R.K. Cady, MD, W. Mattia, PhD, W.F. Simpson, PHD, American Journal of Physical Medicine, Vol. 4 Jan 1994

The nutritional role
While physical stresses on the spine cause many ailments, dietary irritants may also contribute to pain and malfunction. For this reason, Total Rehab, PC also provides food allergy testing and nutritional consultation.

Who's at risk for spinal injury?
Spinal injuries are commonly caused by auto accidents, sports, repetitive motions, or other physical traumas. People who are most at risk include:

• Office workers who spend much of the day in the same position, particularly on the phone are at the computer.
• Long-distance drivers.
• Parents who constantly lift small children.
• Athletes involved in contact sports.
• Golfers and tennis players.

Conditions that respond to Chiropractic
Total Rehab has offered countless patients lasting relief for:

Dr. Brendon A. Beatrice, D.C. - A community-minded professional
Dr. Brendon Beatrice graduated from Rutgers University with a Bachelor's in Biological Sciences. He earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree in 1998 from Life College of Chiropractic in Marietta, Georgia and is certified to provide MUA (Manipulation Under Anesthesia).

Specializing in family care, Dr. Beatrice started Total Rehab in 1999.  He is a member of the American Chiropractic Association, the American Pain Society, the National Headache Foundation, and the American Back Society.

Dr. Beatrice is committed to helping families achieve improved health and vitality. He speaks regularly to local schools, businesses, and organizations on health, wellness and safety topics. In addition, Dr. Beatrice volunteers regularly for his church's yourh group and mission trips to the Dominican Republic.