The intention behind inversion table treatment is to provide traction through the spine that opens joints and disc spaces. Inversion treatment, as the name suggests, puts the patient in an upside down, or partially upside down position; most inversion tables have the option to be inverted at lower angles than fully inverted. In all research trials found, except for one published in 1985, inversion table therapy showed significant increases in blood pressure and cardiovascular risk. Similar to inversion therapy, mechanical traction used in many chiropractic and physical therapy clinics provides a similar intention of creating space in the joints and discs of the spine while keeping the patients in a neutral, horizontal position, avoiding the cardiovascular risk and head full of blood sensation. Read more

Scoliosis is an abnormal side-to side curvature of the spine, and a very common condition seen and treated by chiropractors. The curves are either shaped like an S or a C. Read more

Preventing Pain and Injuries Back pain is a common issue among most Americans today. Bozeman, MT is a very active community where people are often times more at risk for injuries due Read more