Can’t Get Pregnant? Infertility Specialists Not Able To Help?

I would like to share a miracle story with you. It is about one of my classmates in Chiropractic school and his wife.

Gary was a cattle rancher in Montana. Like most married couples they wanted to start a family of their own. Gary was in his late thirties and his wife had just turned thirty. The time was right. They were both healthy and assumed pregnancy would come naturally.  However, after about a year of trying they were still unsuccessful at getting pregnant.

His wife went to every fertility specialist, endured lab tests, exploratory procedures and hormone treatment… all to no avail.   Frustrated, emotionally drained and at a loss for what to do next, they finally went back to their family doctor. Their doctor recommended they see one more specialist, a Chiropractor. Confused, Gary commented that his wife did not have any back pain but their family physician insisted they go.

It did not make sense at the time but out of desperation and their trust in their family doctor’s advice, they decided to go see the Chiropractor. When they met with the Chiropractor, all uncertainty went away.  They learned how the body, spine and nervous system work and how Gary’s wife could have nerve interference in the nerves that control the ovaries.  They felt disbelief that not one of the specialists they had seen before never once suggested this possibility.

Well, I am happy to share that after several sessions of Chiropractic care, Gary’s wife got pregnant! It was a miracle for them! They even had two more children!

This experience with their Chiropractor had such a huge impact on Gary and his wife that he decided to become a Chiropractor himself.  He wanted to commit his life to sharing with others all the benefits of Chiropractic care. So when his youngest child was two year old, they sold their cattle ranch in Montana and they moved to Dallas TX so Gary could enroll at Parker College of Chiropractic.

Most people do not understand how the human body works and the importance of the spine and how the nerves carry the electrical life force to every organ, gland, muscle, joints and vital systems of the body. And unfortunately, many medical doctors do not understand this either so they do not recommend Chiropractic care as an option for infertility or the nay other conditions that can be cured with Chiropractic care.

I hope this story inspires other women who have struggled to get pregnant to seek and find a good Chiropractor as their first choice if faced with the  situation of not being able to get pregnant.

Chiropractic Lowers Blood Pressure

Hypertension/High Blood Pressure -Study Finds Special ‘Atlas Adjustment’ Lowers Blood Pressure

By Daniel J. DeNoon- WebMD Medical News

Reviewed by Louise Chang, MD

March 16, 2007 — A specific chiropractic adjustment can significantly lower high blood pressure, a placebo-controlled study suggests.

“This procedure has the effect of not one, but two blood-pressure medications given in combination,” study leader George Bakris, MD, tells WebMD. “And it seems to be adverse-event free. We saw no side effects and no problems,” adds Bakris, director of the University of Chicago hypertension center.

Eight weeks after undergoing the procedure, 25 patients with early-stage high blood pressure had significantly lower blood pressure than 25 similar patients who underwent a sham chiropractic adjustment. Because patients can’t feel the technique, they were unable to tell which group they were in.

X-rays showed that the procedure realigned the Atlas vertebra — the doughnut-like bone at the very top of the spine — with the spine in the treated patients, but not in the sham-treated patients.

Compared to the sham-treated patients, those who got the real procedure saw an average 14 mm Hg greater drop in systolic blood pressure (the top number in a blood pressure count), and an average 8 mm Hg greater drop in diastolic blood pressure (the bottom blood pressure number).

None of the patients took blood pressure medicine during the eight-week study.

“When the statistician brought me the data, I actually didn’t believe it. It was way too good to be true,” Bakris says. “The statistician said, ‘I don’t even believe it.’ But we checked for everything, and there it was.”

Bakris and colleagues report their findings in the advance online issue of the Journal of Human Hypertension.

Dr Gonzalez Comments- Chiropractic simply restores the body’s spine and nervous system so that it can function with no nerve interference. Nerve interference is what causes so many problems in the body and once corrected the body normalizes without the need for prescription drugs.  By understanding the importance of the spine and nervous system, how it is the master system of the human body you can begin to appreciate just how powerful and healing a Chiropractic adjustment is.

It’s too bad this research did not make headline news coverage on TV or front page news on major newspapers throughout the country. There would be millions of people tossing out their blood pressure pills and be lining up at the Chiropractors office to get their spine adjusted.

Chiropractic started in 1894 by D.D. Palmer, an energy healer in Davenport Iowa. Historical accounts record that Dr. Palmer cured Harvey Lillard of deafness by realigning a spinal bone in his neck, which had popped out of place from an injury seventeen years prior.

Chiropractic has grown to be the largest natural health care profession in the world. There’s a good reason why. Chiropractic gets results. It focuses on diagnosis, treatment and PREVENTION of biomechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system, with special emphasis on the spine.

Chiropractic treatment emphasizes manual therapy including spinal manipulation and other joint and soft tissue manipulations.  Depending on the Chiropractor he or she may recommend a healthy diet and exercise as part of a healthy lifestyle.

I know some Chiropractors that are anything but the image of a healthy lifestyle.  They are just like other people who are overweight and have diabetes or other unhealthy lifestyle diseases. They either believe they have to live with it and take the prescription drugs or they are just plain lazy and think they can continue eating all those delicious unhealthy foods and snacks and washing it down with sodas, diet drinks and lots of booze.

Okay…sorry, but I just had to get it off my chest.

Chiropractors do not prescribe drugs. Some Chiropractors may recommend vitamins and offer nutritional and exercise  counseling as well.

In my book, HANGING OUT FOR THE HEALTH OF IT, I have a subchapter titled, How to Find the Right Chiropractor for You. This is invaluable information for those who don’t already have a Chiropractor as part of their healthcare team. It will guide you as to what you should expect on your first visit, types of treatments, what questions to ask and much more.

You can read an excerpt of How To Find The Right Chiropractor For You here on this website. You may also want to read Why Chiropractic is a Smart Choice (Part 1 and Part 2).

Chiropractic uses a holistic approach to sickness.

Chiropractic seeks to restore and enhance the innate healing powers of the body. If you can understand the importance of the nervous system and how it controls ALL functions of your body, you can appreciate the importance of keeping your spine free from misalignments and nerve interference.

This is extremely important because if you have interruption of the nerve flow to your organs, they can start to malfunction and that’s when the medical approach to use dangerous drugs and surgery can be prevented.

By the way, you may or may not not necessarily feel pain associated with every spinal misalignment.

All the nerves from your spine connect to all your organs, glands and all muscles of your body. The Nervous System is the MASTER SYSTEM of the human body. It controls and directs every function of every gland, organ, muscle and every cell of your body through the flow of energy or Life Force.

It’s just like electricity traveling in copper wires that bring energy to your house.

A “pinched nerve” can interfere with this flow of energy. It has been called a “Silent Killer” and can be extremely dangerous because often times there is no accompanying pain to warn you that something is wrong and malfunctioning.

This “nerve interference” results in symptoms like headaches, blurred vision, ringing in the ears, nausea, gall bladder or other organ problems, arm or leg pain, chest pain, numbness, tingling, difficult breathing and many more symptoms. Because there is no specific pain involved to the spine, this is why many people think they don’t need to see a Chiropractor.

They don’t have any pain in their spines at least that they are aware of. But when I exam a person’s spine who says they don’t have any back pain, I usually find areas along their spine that are tender to touch. This is a sign of spinal misalignments.

Unfortunately, public perception is that you go to a Chiropractor if you have back pain. This type of thinking has been ingrained into the minds of the public for decades. No pain, you’re fine. Got pain? Take a pill.

This is dangerous thinking and one which reinforces the sick care mentality versus a proactive preventative approach to health. Two very different types of thinking. One is to wait until the body gets sick and then do something about it. Go to the doctor and get prescription drugs or surgery.

The holistic approach is to do all things possible within your control to prevent sickness from ever happening in the first place. Proactive not reactive.

Reactive is waiting until you have heart problems or high blood pressure or any other sickness. You go to the doctor, have some tests done, take your pills and maybe even have surgery because after a while the pills don’t work anymore.

A proactive approach to health is if you smoke… stop smoking (better yet never start), start an exercise program at least 3 times per week, stop eating fried foods, hydrogenated oils and so much junk /snack foods, if you need to…lose some weight. You should also start seeing a Chiropractor, massage therapist. Take control of your health and prevent many problems from ever starting.

Chiropractors go to private schools and are not associated with the AMA or the medical schools. In fact, the AMA tried to destroy Chiropractic back in the 60′s and 70′s by promoting false propaganda that Chiropractors were “wolves dressed in sheep clothing”.

You can read that incredible story which few people know about in the book, “Medicine, Monopolies and Malice” by Dr. Chester Wilk. He and several other Chiropractors sued the AMA and the ten medical organizations. The AMA and the ten medical organizations were found guilty of violating the Sherman Anti-Trust Act and in trying to destroy Chiropractic.

Most Chiropractic Schools require a bachelor’s degree in science and then you attend a four year program. It is a rigorous program and much of the curriculum is that of medical schools. In fact, 70% of the classes are the same classes that medical students take like anatomy, physiology, pathology and so forth.

Chiropractic has also evolved into many subspecialties; Chiropractic Pediatrics, Geriatrics, Rehabilitation, Radiology, Orthopedics, Neurology and Sports Injuries. These are post graduate programs. I took the Orthopedics Program (550 classroom hours) and it took one weekend a month for three years to complete.

I always tell people who have never been to a Chiropractor, “You don’t know what you are missing until you know what you’ve been missing”. Once you find a really good Doctor of Chiropractic it can be the missing link to your health problems.

Remember, the nervous system is the MASTER SYSTEM of the human body! Don’t let anything keep you from enjoying the wonderful benefits Chiropractic can provide , the most important one being keeping your nervous system free from nerve interference.

No more HOLDING BACK! Seek the truth and the truth will set you free.

How to Find the Right Chiropractor for You

Regardless of how many times someone hears from their friends and co-workers how much Chiropractic helped them, some people are still skeptical. Finding the right Chiropractor is unique in that you are a unique individual with unique circumstances.

Finding the right Chiropractor is like finding the right shoe. One size does not fit all. Although there are some excellent Chiropractors that do a terrific job there are some things to consider.

One of the most important things about finding the right Chiropractor is that even though you may have already been to one before and did not have a good experience or outcome, don’t shut yourself out from finding the right Chiropractor.

Chiropractic is the largest natural healthcare system in the world. I have seen many patients that had been seen by other Chiropractors and switched for a number of reasons. People change for a variety of reasons. Probably the two most common ones I hear is, “It is too far from where I live” and “He/she did not really address my issues”.

Those that feel that their issues were not addressed knew that Chiropractic worked but realized they picked the wrong doctor. Doctor’s of Chiropractic are human too. They suffer from burnout, insurance nightmares, employee problems and the list goes on. That is not an excuse but if you are in a situation where you don’t feel like you are being listened too or feel like you’re just another number maybe it’s time you start looking for a new Chiropractor.

There are a variety of sub-specialties that Chiropractors can get certified in. Radiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Sports Injuries, Spinal Trauma and Orthopedics are some.

Some Chiropractors have excellent people skills and some don’t. Some excel in treating certain health problems like disc herniations and others excel in nutritional counseling. Some are excellent at spinal adjusting, some are too rough and some are afraid to hurt you so they are too gentle.

In fact they are so gentle that many times the results are poor. Some are really good at taking your money. Some are excellent at what they do and don’t charge close to what that visit is worth. It is difficult finding one that excels in many areas. Sometimes the best way to find a good Chiropractor is to ask family and friends whom they go see.

If they don’t have a Chiropractor then you need to do some homework. You may need to visit several Chiropractors and ask specific questions before you find someone that you are compatible with. You need to search for one who has success treating your kind of problem.

Try not to let your insurance restrict whom you see because they are not “in network.” Sometimes it is better to go with the Chiropractor that several people have recommended, even if he/she is not in your network and you have to pay out of pocket. It is much better to go to someone where you get results even if it means you have to pay more or drive farther.

It would, of course, be ideal to find someone “in network” that is excellent and that insurance covers, which is why you are paying for health insurance in the first place. Unfortunately, insurance can be a nightmare and there are many stories from their nightmare experiences.

Hollywood producer Michael Moore’s movie SICKO documents many similar stories. There are also many books about this subject if you are not a fan of Michael Moore.

I have treated hundreds of patients after they had many trials of prescription drugs, injections and surgery and even after having gone to another Chiropractor.

Most people will respond to specific Chiropractic care. In my practice I use and inversion therapy if educated properly on what they should and should not do. There is a lot of self-care involved in treating disc herniations. There is a lot of self care in taking care of your self.

Having an inversion machine at home to be able to use several times a day for at least fifteen to thirty seconds at a time is crucial to a good and speedy recovery especially for herniated discs.

Inversion is good for overall feeling better and releasing the tension that builds in the spine, neck and back muscles. It is an EXCELLENT preventative SELF CARE treatment.

In looking for a Chiropractor, you should ask questions like, “Do you have an area that you specialize in?” Or “What types of patients do you like to treat most?” Another good question to ask is, “Have you taken any post graduate specialty training?”

But as the saying goes, you really can’t judge a book by its cover. The doctor might have many diplomas and certificates proudly displayed but is a terrible people person or spinal adjustor.

Another Chiropractor might only have his or her diploma and be excellent at treating patients. You really need to ask family, friends and co-workers and ask them a lot of questions. Ask the details like what to expect. Does he or she explain things well or are they in a hurry? Was he/she gentle or rough? Did he/she use an instrument to adjust your spine? Did he/she ask what you were looking to get out of the visit? Did he/she try to sell you a lengthy treatment plan? Not that lengthy treatment plans are all bad but is that what you are looking for?

If you are only looking for pain relief, then a Corrective or Maintenance Care program is not what you are wanting. I ask my patients what they are expecting from their treatments and explain the three types of care: 1. Pain Relief Care   2.Corrective Care…  and  3.Maintenance Care.

Let me explain each of these. There are two types of Pain Relief Care, acute pain and chronic pain.

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Regardless of how many times someone hears from their friends and coworkers how much chiropractic helped them, some people are still skeptical.

Finding the right Chiropractor is unique in that you are a unique individual with unique circumstances.

Finding the right Chiropractor is like finding the right shoe. One size does not fit all. Although there are some excellent Chiropractors that do a terrific job there are some things to consider.

One of the most important things about finding the right Chiropractor is that even though you may have already been to one and did not have a good out come, don’t shut yourself out from seeking a different Chiropractor.

Chiropractic is a wonderful natural healthcare system. I have seen many patients that had been seen by other Chiropractors. People change for a variety of reasons.

Probably the two most common ones I hear is, “It is too far from where I live” and “He/she did not really address my issues”.

Those that feel that their issues were not addressed knew that Chiropractic worked but realized they picked the wrong doctor. Doctor’s of Chiropractic are human too. They suffer from burnout, insurance nightmares, employee problems and the list goes on. That is not an excuse but if you are in a situation where you don’t feel like you are being listened too or feel like you’re just another number maybe it’s time you start looking for a new Chiropractor.

There are a variety of sub-specialties that Chiropractors can get certified in. Radiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Sports Injuries, Spinal Trauma are but a few.

Some chiropractors have excellent people skills and some don’t just like in all professions. Some excel in treating certain health problems like disc herniations and others excel in nutritional counseling.

Some are excellent at spinal adjusting, some are too rough and some are afraid to hurt you so they are too gentle. In fact they are so gentle that many times the results are poor.

Some are really good at taking your money.

Some are excellent at what they do and don’t charge close to what that visit is worth.

It is difficult finding one that excels in all areas. Sometimes the best way to find a good Chiropractor is to ask family and friends whom they go see. If they don’t have a Chiropractor then you need to do some homework.

You may need to visit several Chiropractors and ask specific questions before you find someone that you are compatible with. You need to search for one who has success treating your kind of problem. Try not to let your insurance restrict whom you see because they are not “in network.”

Sometimes it is better to go with the Chiropractor that several people have recommended, even if he/she is not in your network. It is much better to go to someone where you get results even if it means you have to pay more or drive farther.

It would, of course, be ideal to find someone “in network” that is excellent and that insurance covers, which is why you are paying for health insurance in the first place.

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She got on the inversion machine and I adjusted her spine. She gets up and says, “Wow, I feel a lot better”.  “How much do I owe you?” I should have said, “How much is it worth preventing a costly, painful needle EMG study and a needless, very expensive and risky spinal surgery?”

But I did not say that. Much to my regret I only told her “don’t worry about it”.  She then asked me for my business card to which I replied, “I don’t have any on me. Saul can give you my phone number”.

That was over a week ago. She has not called.  She probably went ahead and had the needle EMG study done which will likely come back normal since she is not having any problems with the motor function of the nerves. In other words she is not losing strength. She is only having tingling and numbness in her arm and hand. Tingling and numbness is a function of the sensory part of the nerve which will not show up on the needle EMG study.

She may still call. Many patients seek Chiropractic care as a last resort after they have tried everything including failed surgeries. She may continue to be brainwashed about what her internist client told her and she may never call. It will be her loss if she never calls.

So the moral of the story is …..Chiropractic is a smart choice. It is a safe, extremely effective and natural treatment for disc herniations. But you need to go to the right Chiropractor. You can read more about How To Find The Right Chiropractor For You on this website.

Chiropractic will help you FEEL BETTER right away. It gets to the root cause of your problem.

In my next blog I will dispel another healthcare myth that has been fed to the American people. I heard one tonight as I was listening to the television while making myself a salad. It went something like this….”Do you suffer from acid reflux disease?” Acid reflux is NOT a disease.

I will discuss why the medical profession calls it a disease, how to correct it and most importantly how to  prevent acid reflux or sometimes called GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) from ever starting.  Stay tuned.

I’d like to share a story with you. I was at a surprise birthday party for  the wife of a very dear friend of mine last night. After dinner and about an hour of jokes, my friend asks me to talk to one of the guests. Mary (not her real name) has a gymnastics school and used to be a gymnast herself.

She went to see a specialist who ordered an MRI and found that she had bulging discs in her neck. The bulging discs in her neck cause neck pain, tingling and numbness in the last two fingers of her right arm.

She allowed one of her clients, who is an internist, “adjust” her neck.

An Internist is a doctor who specializes in internal medicine not the spine. He then tells her she should never go to a Chiropractor because it could rupture her bulging discs.

I asked her who she thought had more training in spinal manipulation, an internist or a chiropractor.  She agreed that a chiropractor did.

Why would she let someone who does not specialize in the spine mess with her neck?

After a brief testimonial from my friend who used to suffer with neck and back problems told her how after I started adjusting his spine he no longer suffers with neck or back problems.

He explained to her how I put him on this inversion machine as we were walking towards his workout room. An inversion machine allows you to  hang from the pelvis freely without having to hold on.

I then adjusted his spine while he was “hanging upside down”.

About that time, my friend’s cousin walks into the workout room. He is a medical doctor and had three bulging (herniated) discs in his neck and gave his testimony of how I “fixed” his neck with Chiropractic adjustments and Inversion Therapy (hanging upside down).

The look on her face was priceless. It was one of those Kodak moments.

My friend and his cousin both suggested she get on the inversion machine and let me adjust her spine. They told her she would feel a lot better.

Did she get on the inversion machine?

To be continued. I have a patient to hang upside down and adjust… but I will be back to finish the story!