Services Provided

• Diagnostic Services
• Active Release Technique®
• Frequency Specific Microcurrent
• Techniques Utilized
• Applied Kinesiology (AK)
• Allergy / Sensitivity Elimination and Reprogramming Technique (A/SERT)
• Cold Laser Therapy
• Nutritional Counseling
• Lifestyle Seminars
• Nutritionals
  
  

Diagnostic Services

We provide a high level of diagnostic and treatment services to help your specific condition.

• Bio Impedence Analysis
• Neurologic Examination
• Orthopedic Examination
• Total Health Scan

If your condition warrants additional diagnostics, hair analysis, urinalysis, salivary tests and blood tests, they will be recommended.

Active Release Technique®
The Active Release Techniques (ART®) Soft-Tissue Management System is a new and highly successful approach to injuries of muscles, tendons, nerves, ligaments and other soft tissues. The ART® method is based on scientific evidence, that muscles, nerves, blood vessels and connective tissue develop adhesions within, around and between them after acute, repetitive injuries and chronic irritations. Adhesions cause the motion of muscles and joints to be altered and the compression of nerves, resulting in a wide variety of symptoms that characterize the cumulative injury cycle and reduction in biomechanical performance.
 Example of these injuries - collectively called cumulative trauma disorders (CTDs) - include: rotator cuff syndrome, tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis), carpal tunnel syndrome, runner's knee (patellofemoral syndrome), chronic low back pain, and whiplash associated disorder. American Federal Statistics show CTDs to have increase 670 percent in the last five years.

The ART Soft-Tissue Management System provides a way to diagnose and treat the underlying cause of CTDs. The symptoms of CTDs include: tightness, weakness, numbness, tingling, burning, and aching. Trained providers are able to diagnose the presence of inflammation and adhesions by examining tissue texture, tension, and movement.

 Physicians, chiropractors, osteopaths, physical and occupational therapists, massage therapists and athletic trainers are using ART treatment procedures successfully. Worker's compensation organizations (Colorado Division of Labour has made ART the standard of care for CTDs prior to any surgical intervention), professional and amateur athletic programs, and world-class athletes recognize the ART system as a successful way of treating and managing soft-tissue injuries.

Our clinic has had great success in treating numerous soft tissue injuries, ranging from the resolution of pain and weakness from carpal tunnel syndrome and calf muscle tears, to the restoration of full range of motion without pain in chronic shoulder and neck injuries.


"My injury left me with no chance of ever playing hockey again. Now, after being treated with ART and a proper rehabilitation program, I have completely regained my career in Hockey."
 — Gary Roberts NHL Forward, North Carolina Hurricanes.


"All the doctors said I needed surgery for impingement syndrome in both shoulders. After one treatment, I rebooked all my competitions and trained to be in the best shape of my life."
 — Milos Sarcev Mr. Universe, 1989.



"After 19 years of pain and limited motion from a rotator cuff injury, and two surgeries, though I was able to win a World Championship in boxing, I met Dr.Leahy (founder/developer of A.R.T.). With a 5 minute treatment, I no longer have any of these problems, if only Dr. Leahy and A.R.T.were around then?"
 — Donny Lalonde, former WBC World Lightheavyweight Champion 1987-88

Frequency Specific Microcurrent

Modern FSM utilizes hundreds of frequencies within the range of .01 to 999 Hz, with varying intensities of 20 to 600 micro amps (sub sensory to nerve firing), and has been shown to be of value to many health concerns.

Since no tissue biopsy studies have been performed in FSM, it is not known exactly how FSM works; however, well over 12,000 patient cases have been studied. The following is the theory of how FSM works.

Remember your high school chemistry class. Think about the explanation of the atom. At the center of the atom are the protons and neutrons. This is called the nucleus. The old theory, in the 1960s, was the electrons were spinning in orbits around the nucleus. Modern research has shown that the electrons actually vibrate back and forth in orbits around the nucleus, instead of spinning in continuous, mono-directional circles. This new understanding is the basis of our FSM theory.
 Each tissue in the body has individualized frequencies. The individualized and specific vibrational characteristic of each atom, of each tissue type, varies even more specifically for varying conditions, such as: trauma, inflammation, stress, environmental influences, etc. To put the theory of vibrations in a better overall perspective: different vibrations / frequencies of sound, light, radio waves, etc., are responsible for notes of music, colors of light, and radio stations. Vibrations are specific and unique for all matter, inorganic and organic.

When an injury occurs to a tissue, the electrons in the affected tissue take on a different vibrational characteristic, unique to that injury or other abnormal condition. As the vibrations of the electrons change, it is believed the electrons concurrently may also change to a different "orbit" from what was normal for that tissue type.

FSM is "frequency specific" because we match the frequencies of the tissue disruptions with the frequencies we choose for our therapy. The new vibrational characteristics that occur from damage to a tissue are countered with specific microcurrent frequencies that match the exact abnormal frequencies that are present in the damaged tissue. The desired effect is to neutralize those frequencies that are incorrect for the damaged / affected tissues.

As the wrong electron frequencies are neutralized, and the electrons return to their normal orbital vibrations, the physiological condition of the tissues will begin to normalize. The speed at which these changes occur varies with each individual. Some patients may experience a notable change immediately after treatment, or in some cases the greatest changes will not be noticed for up to 24 hours. Changes occur in steps of progression. It is unreasonable to expect a tissue that was harshly affected by trauma or other outside / environmental influences, to change drastically in one day. Most chronic conditions of long standing will usually demonstrate significant changes after the first six treatments. However this is very individualized and can vary dramatically for any patient and / or condition. Some conditions may respond with rapid changes, while other conditions may take longer for notable changes to occur.

To better explain, if the electrons have been at the "wrong" frequencies for an extended period of time, after treatment the electrons may try to go back to those wrong frequencies (IE rebound) perhaps within four to seven days. Thus the net result is usually an average of six treatments for the notable changes to become long lasting. Microcurrent treatment should be repeated at appropriate intervals until the cause and effect principle becomes permanent.

A benefit of causing healthy electrical changes at the cellular level is an increase in cellular activity. This enhanced cellular activity causes a 500% increase in ATP production from the cells treated with FSM. (ATP is the "fuel" your body manufactures for use and / or storage of energy.) In addition to the dramatic increase in ATP production, enhanced cellular activity also causes an excitement by your cells to dump old stored toxins into your bloodstream; toxins that may have been accumulating over years. As the released toxins enter your bloodstream, they will eventually reach and be processed by your liver in a detoxification pathway, then dumped out of your body. Your liver has enzymes that can normally process all toxins, however such a dramatic increase in toxins all at once is like rush hour traffic on the freeway. As the toxins become backed up, some side effects can be experienced. These include: nausea, fatigue, drowsiness, a temporary increase in pain, and a flu-like feeling. These side effects, if experienced, may occur during treatment, or may not be noticed until perhaps 90 minutes after treatment, and could last from 4 to 24 hours. Taking antioxidants and / or liver support supplementations immediately prior to treatment will help neutralize / process those toxins faster. Drinking two quarts of water in the two hours immediately following treatment will greatly help facilitate / accelerate your liver detoxification pathways.

As an example of how effective FSM is in causing cells to release deeply stored toxins, deep tissue massage, which also allows cells to release toxins, is used for comparison: 20 minutes of FSM releases as many toxins as four hours of deep tissue massage.

I decided to in early 2002 to offer FSM because of the growing need to manage those individuals with chronic pain. Where Active Release Technique, nutrition, etc., demonstrates limitations with treatment outcome, the FSM has been able to increase the range of motion of previously resistance muscles and tendons, ease pain in the lower back, decrease shoulder pain with greater effectiveness and speed.

Techniques Utilized

The following is a list of techniques utilized by our office:

• Adjustments of the Spine and Extremities
• Allergy/Sensitivity Elimination and Reprogramming Technique
• Applied Neurology
• Cold Laser Therapy / LLLT
• Detoxification Therapy
• Electrical Muscle Stimulation
• Environmental Medicine
• Enzyme Therapy
• Frequency Specific Microcurrent Therapy
• Ionic Hydrotherapy
•  Low Force Instrument Adjusting
• Lymphatic Massage
• Active Release Technique
• Nutritional consultation
• Footmaxx Orthotics
• Pelvic Blocking
• Rehabilitation
• Active Release Technique
• Therapeutic Massage
• Visceral Manipulation

We utilize cutting-edge technology to assist the patient in achieving their maximum health potential.

Applied Kinesiology (AK)

Applied Kinesiology (AK), developed by Dr. George Goodheart in 1964, uses bioenergetic feedback through testing the strength of various muscles in the body. This highly individualized, in-depth sytem of analysis, allows the doctor to assess various aspects of a patient's state of health by evaluating and treating postural and muscular imbalances, neurovascular and neurolymphatic points, subluxation, cranial-sacral movement, acupuncture meridians and nutritional status. This is a highly effective treatment system which focuses on whole body care.

AK allows the skilled health practitioner to evaluate functional illness, which typically precedes disease. This highly individualized, in-depth sytem of analysis, allows the doctor to assess various aspects of a patient's state of health by evaluating and treating postural and muscular imbalances, neurovascular and neurolymphatic points, subluxation, cranial-sacral movement, acupuncture meridians and nutritional status. This is a highly effective treatment system which focuses on whole body care. AK enables health investigation without intrusion.  AK gives insight into the underlying causes and solutions to many functional health problems.

"One of the biggest benefits of AK is it gives us a tool for discernment!"

Allergy / Sensitivity Elimination and Reprogramming Technique (A/SERT)

What is A/SERT? A/SERT (Allergy / Sensitivity Elimination and Reprogramming Technique) is a revolutionary treatment system based on the principles of Chiropractic, Acupuncture, and Applied Kinesiology (Muscle Response Testing). This technique was developed by Dr. John Brimhall, and is a modification of NAET (Nambudripad’s Allergy Elimination Technique) developed by Dr. Devi Nambudripad. This treatment, in conjunction with the 10-Step Protocol, can bring about dramatic improvement -at times even total elimination- for all types of allergies. It is simple, non-invasive and extremely effective. It is currently practiced by hundreds of health practitioners, including MD’s, nurses, acupuncturists, chiropractors, dentists, and, to some extent, allergy sufferers themselves.

How does A/SERT work? A/SERT is based on the recognition that all things, animate and inanimate, in our universe have their own specific electromagnetic fields due to their atomic and molecular makeup, and that these fields affect each other. This is true for our bodies, rocks, pollen, mold, peanut butter, a flower, water, in short, everything. This electromagnetic energy is associated with meridians (energy pathways) in acupuncture, chi in Chinese Medicine, and can be demonstrated with Kirlian photography. Nuclear physicists can determine the type of atom by its electromagnetic frequency. According to Dr. Devi Nambudripad, this is what happens: Your energy system and brain interpret a particular substance (a diamond ring, a whole wheat bagel, a peanut, hot water, sun light) as potentially harmful to your body, and your body reacts. For other people this same item is totally harmless. Your energy pathways freeze up as a way of defending the body against this unsuitable substance. This in turn blocks your energy meridians and, if this condition continues, the overall functioning of your body suffers.

A/SERT Diagnostics - Our fingertips are very sensitive to the electromagnetic energy of substances with which we come into contact. By placing a sample of a suspected allergen into a person’s hand, and using Applied Kinesiology muscle testing, the A/SERT practitioner can determine whether or not a person reacts “weak” or “strong” to the substance, i.e., whether this substance causes an energy blockage in the patient’s body. Such blockages can cause a wide variety of symptoms, from sneezing and coughing to chronic diseases such as asthma.

A/SERT Desensitization - The A/SERT practitioner stimulates key points along the patient’s spine while the patient is holding the allergen. The doctor stimulates certain meridian points, specific organs and lobes of the brain with a Low Level Laser. A chemical change takes place in the autonomic nervous system, neutralizing any allergic reaction to the substance. A/SERT reprograms the brain and the nervous system, and eliminates your body’s conditioned response to the “allergen”. Environmental medicine has been dealing with hidden allergies for several decades. You try to avoid the allergenic substance in your life, you go on a rotation diet, and maybe you can manage. But with A/SERT you can continue to have contact with the very substance that made you sick.

Cold Laser Therapy

Where is this being used?

The Erchonia cold laser device has gained recent FDA approval for the non-surgical treatment of neck and shoulder complaints and is being used widely in the NFL and by the USPS tour de France team chiropractor. The beneficial effects of the Erchonia laser are currently being researched by leading plastic surgeons for use in liposuction procedures.

How does it work?

When the body has an injury the cells are damaged and fail to function within normal parameters. Low level lasers penetrate deeply into the skin and work by restoring this abnormal cellular function. Physiologic effects include improved metabolism, circulation and tissue healing.

Laser therapy may be useful to you if you have any of the following:

• tendonitis
• frozen shoulder
• fractures
• post-operative wounds
• sprain-strains
• scar tissue
• autoimmune diseases
• chronic or acute pain
• wound healing
• arthritis
• migraines
• disc herniations
• minor nerve damage
• carpal tunnel syndrome
• heavy metal detoxification

For more information on this therapy go to www.erchonia.com.

Nutritional Counseling

Nutritional counseling appointments are available in office or by phone. All of our programs consist of high quality nutritional lines, which can be shipped directly to your location.

Lifestyle Seminars

As a community service to businesses and other organizations, we are available for on-site seminars and health talks. Allow us to educate your staff on how to prevent conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome, neck, shoulder pain and low back pain. In addition to workplace education, we are also available for general health and wellness seminars. Please contact us for availability and booking.

Nutritionals

Nutri-West

Available only through licensed healthcare practitioners, Nutri-West products are made to the industry's most exacting standards. Each of the more than 3,800 raw materials used in these formulations undergo regular and random lab analysis to ensure purity and potency. These rigorous standards have earned Nutri-West Wyoming's coveted blue-ribbon award for drug manufacturing excellence. Unlike the typical commercially available products these supplements are formulated to guarantee results. We firmly stand behind these products and have seen amazing results in many of our patients. For more information on this product line go to www.nutriwest.com.

Metagenics

Available only through licensed healthcare practitioners, Metagenics products lead the industry in manufacturing standards. Lead by Dr. Jeffrey Bland, Metagenics continues to innovate to provide patients with leading edge nutritionals.