Treatments
Spinal Decompression with Triton DTS
Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression (NSSD) gently lengthens and decompresses the spine, creating negative pressures within the discs. This reve
rsal of pressure creates an intra-discal vacuum (reduction in pressure) that not only takes pressure off of pinched nerves, but helps to reposition bulging discs and pull extruded disc material back into place.
NSSD utilizes a sophisticated method of cycling the patient through a series of gentle pulls, holds, and releases. The super-smooth transitions between each phase of therapy can make for an experience so relaxing, that many patients fall asleep.
Over a series of relaxing treatment sessions, patients experience powerful pain reduction and healing. Some notice an improvement in their symptoms after the first few treatments! Even post-surgical patients and those suffering from certain types of stenosis (narrowing of the spinal cord causing cord compression) have reported significant pain relief. NSSD is very safe and utilizes FDA cleared medical equipment. continue reading
Graston Technique
Changing the way soft tissue injuries are treated
GRASTON Technique® is an interdisciplinary treatment used by nearly 5,000 clinicians—including athletic trainers, chiropractors, hand therapists, occupational and physical therapists. GT is utilized at some 550 out-patient facilities and industrial on-sites, by more than 90 professional and amateur sports organizations, and is part of the curriculum at 20 respected colleges and universities. continue reading
Inversion Therapy
Over half of people who invert on a regular basis do so to relieve back pain. But to discount inversion as simply a back pain remedy would be to ignore a wide range of benefits that can be easily achieved by a passive, or more active, inversion session. 10 GOOD REASONS TO INVERT for 5-10 minutes a day: Relieve back pain, promote regeneration of discs, improve posture and alignment, stimulate circulation and lymphatic flow, relieve tension and stress, enhance mental function and senses, speed recovery after workout, strengthen ligaments and joints, improve body shape and function, strengthen autonomic nervous system, and anti-aging and appearance. continue reading
Cervical Traction/Extension
We should have a natural reversed “C” shape in our neck. Pain in the neck is commonly from prolonged poor posture that reverses the natural curve in the neck. “Straight neck” or ”Military neck” is abnormal, and often times leads to neck and shoulder pain, discomfort, and tightness. Sleeping with too many pillows can furthermore aggravate neck pain as well - a natural force is excerted on the neck pushing our chin into our chest. This is commonly seen in many occupations: mechanics, secretaries, cashiers, and especially students. This condition, if not addressed, can lead to headaches, arm pain, neck pain, rounded shoulders, worsening of posture, and hunchback to name a few. Extension and Traction are therapies that help with many types of neck pain.
Sole Supports
WHY SOLE SUPPORTS: Plantar Fasciitis, Bunions, Metatarsalgia, Hammer Toes, Big Toe, Arthritis, Morton’s Neuroma, Shin Splints, Knee Pain, Low Back Pain, Children’s Feet, Feet and Pregnancy, Sports Performance, IT Band Syndrome, and Shoe Selection
The foot is actually a complex machine that depends on all of its 26 bones and even more joints to work in harmony. When it works as designed, the foot is capable of remarkable things which all help insure not only pain-free health of the foot, but the parts up the chain, including ankles, knees, hips and spine. The foot unwinds to absorb shock as the heel strikes the ground, changes shape to accommodate to varied terrain, then winds back up to be a firm, propulsive lever to advance forward.
There are many routine treatments for foot problems, from anti-inflammatory pills to cortisone injections, to a hundred different pads, cushions, ointments and, of course, surgery. All of these have temporary, pain-relieving effects. But, if you want the chance to permanently solve the problem, you must change the way your feet function on the ground. And the only way to do that is to use a true custom, biomechanical orthotic: Sole Supports.
Dr. LoGiudice uses Sole Supports custom made foot orthotics which can be fitted and adjusted in clinic because….
Sole Supports are the only custom orthotics available today based on a completely new paradigm (MASS position) that was developed to actually change foot posture and function during weight-bearing activities. The corrected (MASS) position of the foot is captured by a unique casting technique that utilizes a certain density of foam and a sequence of semi-weight-bearing impressions that emulate healthy stance-phase gait (gait-referenced casting). The lab positives made from this cast are never “cast-corrected” to arbitrarily lower arch height as is common in the industry. The resulting shell fits the shape of the foot like a glove and is machine calibrated to have the right properties of flex and rigidity based on the patient’s weight, foot flexibility and activity level. The goal is to significantly limit pronation, facilitate supination and yet flex just enough for comfort. This custom level of rigidity/flex makes us unique in the industry and uniquely effective at improving foot function.
For more information consult Dr. LoGiudice, your certified Sole Supports provider at (503) 908.0122.
HydroMassage
After treatment is the best! We usually follow up treatment with some form of relaxation. There is some post treatment soreness expected with some therapy and this is the ticket to getting over that soreness quickly. Hydro-Massage using a heated Sidmar Massage table is just what the Doctor ordered to get you feeling better and you will leave the office feeling rejuvenated. It is like a day at the Spa when you get to lie on the Sidmar Table. Imagine how you felt the last time you were in a hot tub. The warmth of the water relaxed you and the pressure of the water jets against your body soothed your aches and pains. Now imagine feeling this way without undressing or getting wet. That’s what our hydro-massage tables feel like. Just lie back, set the timer and within ten minutes you will achieve a state of total relaxation.
Herbs, Botanicals & Vitamins
Our mission is to get you feeling better as quickly as possible. Human Clinical Nutrition is a lost art. Most people do not eat well or do not know how to eat well. Store bought fruits and vegetables are often picked green and lack the nutrition value of vine-ripened fruits and vegetables. We can teach which ingredients to look for and which to avoid. Prescription vitamins are given for specifit conditions and symptoms. We will need to properly evaluate your nutritional status before we recommend a supplement. Stress can lead to a variety of ailments as well as uncontrolled high blood pressure, both need specific supplements. We carry the highest quality of vitamins, and can make recommendations if you are looking to minimize or eliminate your prescription medication you are taking. Medication can often times be replaced with something that has no side affects, natural, and safe. Our therapies are natural and wholesome. You won’t have to trade that headache for an ulcer.
ALCAT testing
The ALCAT Test identifies reactions to over 300 foods, chemicals and other substances associated with inflammation that are linked to chronic health problems like migraines, aching joints, fatigue, gastrointestinal disorders, eczema, hyperactivity/ADD, asthma and even obesity. The ALCAT Test differs from other food allergy or intolerance tests as it accurately and objectively measures leukocyte cellular reactivity in whole blood, which is a final common pathway of all mechanisms. The test utilizes electronic, state of the art, hematological instrumentation. Standard allergy tests, such as skin testing or RAST are not accurate for delayed type reactions to foods and chemicals. They measure only a single mechanism, such as the effect of mast cell release of histamine or the presence of allergen specific IgE molecules. Delayed reactions to foods and chemicals are NOT IgE mediated.
The ALCAT Test also differs from standard IgG tests in that they rely exclusively on one immune pathway, serum levels of immunoglobulin G (IgG). In fact, high food specific IgG titers are indicative only of exposure, not necessarily intolerance. The ALCAT Test reproducibly measures the final common pathway of all pathogenic mechanism; whether immune, non-immune, or toxic. It is the only test shown to correlate with clinical symptoms by double blind oral challenges, the gold standard.
Pricing is up front and listed below:
Platinum Comprehensive - 200 Food Panel, 10 Food Additives/10 Food Coloring Panel, 10 Antibiotics/10 Anti-inflammatory Agents Panel, 20 Pharmacoactive Agents Panel, 10 Environmental Chemicals Panel, 20 Molds Panel List Price: $1,099.00
Comprehensive Wellness 1 (250 items) - 200 Food Panel, 10 Food Additives/10 Food Colorings Panel, Environmental Chemicals Panel, 20 Molds Panel. List Price: $850.00
Comprehensive Wellness 2 (220 items) - 200 Food Panel, 10 Food Additives/10 Food Colorings Panel. List Price: $750.00
Comprehensive Wellness 3 (200 Items) - 150 Food Panel, 10 Food Additives/10 Food Colorings Panel, Environmental Chemicals Panel, 20 Molds Panel. List Price: $675.00
Comprehensive Wellness 4 (170 Items) - 150 Food Panel, 10 Food Additives/10 Food Colorings Panel. List Price: $575.00
Comprehensive Wellness 5 (150 Items) - 100 Food Panel, 10 Food Additives/10 Food Colorings Panel, Environmental Chemicals Panel, 20 Molds Panel. List Price: $525.00
Comprehensive Wellness 6 (120 Items) - 100 Food Panel, 10 Food Additives/10 Food Colorings. List Price: $425.00
Rehabilitation includes:
Chiropractic Manipulative Therapy – CMT
Stretching using many different techniques
Activator or low force adjustments
Core training using physio-ball
Exercise – Strength Training – Resistance Training
Hot packs for stiff and sore joints and muscles
