Chiropractic
John A. Farmer, D.c is a Chiropractic practice in Birmingham, AL
with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in applying chiropractic healing methods to provide relief for dysfunctions of the neck, spine, musculoskeletal, and nervous system.
Chiropractors at John A. Farmer, D.c perform
spine manipulation (also called chiropractic adjustment) to improve your overall physical health. Chiropractic is
a medical specialty dedicated to practicing non-surgical healing techniques to reduce patient pain while improving mobility. Significant diseases and conditions treated at
Chiropractic practices include lower back pain, neck pain, knee pain, migraines, athletic injuries, muscle strains, torn ACL, osteoarthritis, slipped or herniated spinal discs, and post-surgical recovery.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Chiropractic
practices include x-ray, MRI, and CT scan diagnostic imaging, reflex testing, range of motion assessment, massage, electric stimulation therapy, nutritional counseling, and physical therapy.
A provider qualified by a Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.), licensed by the State and who practices chiropractic medicine -that discipline within the healing arts which deals with the nervous system and its relationship to the spinal column and its interrelationship with other body systems.
Chiropractors in Smithfield, Birmingham, AL
Chiropractic Nutrition
John A. Farmer, D.c is a Chiropractic Nutrition practice in Birmingham, AL
with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in treating musculoskeletal injuries and maintaining musculoskeletal health through a combination of chiropractic techniques and nutrition.
Chiropractic Nutritionists at John A. Farmer, D.c perform
nutritional guidance and recommendations to improve musculoskeletal, nervous system, and brain health. Chiropractic Nutrition is
a medical specialty focused on improving patient health by combining chiropractic methods and carefully monitored nutritional principles. Significant diseases and conditions treated at
Chiropractic Nutrition practices include spinal injuries, muscle tears, back pain, migraines, neck pain, reduced ability to walk, stand, or balance, and post-surgical recovery.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Chiropractic Nutrition
practices include range of movement assessment, spine and neck adjustment, nutritional counseling, patient education, nutritional supplementation, physical therapy, balance activities, and referral to other specialists as needed.
Chiropractic Nutrition is that specialty within the chiropractic profession that deals with the overall factors that affect the patient's ability to maintain the manipulative correction and thus sustain better neurological integrity. The Chiropractic Nutrition Specialist will perform extensive research on the patient's previous health history, ethnicity, and any family history related to what the patient is being treated for. Patients fill out questionnaires concerning dietary and sleep patterns and previous or present symptomology. A nutrition examination would be performed to assess areas such as absorption rates, adrenal function, kidney health, lung health etc. The patient is often instructed on how to check the pH of their saliva and urine, test for the presence of Candida Albicans, etc., at home. Outside laboratory testing includes blood, urine, hair analysis, food allergy testing etc. The patient's prescription and over the counter medications are recorded and analyzed.
Chiropractic Nutritionists in Smithfield, Birmingham, AL
Pediatric Chiropractic
The Pediatric Chiropractor is a chiropractor with specialized, advanced training and certification in the evaluation, care and management of health and wellness conditions of infancy, childhood and adolescence. This specialist provides primary, comprehensive, therapeutic and preventative chiropractic health care for newborns through adolescents.
Pediatric Chiropractors in Smithfield, Birmingham, AL
Chiropractic Radiology
John A. Farmer, D.c is a Chiropractic Radiology practice in Birmingham, AL
with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in administering and interpreting imaging tests.
Chiropractic Radiologists at John A. Farmer, D.c perform
imaging tests to assist other healthcare specialists. Chiropractic Radiology is
the use of medical imaging to diagnose musculoskeletal disorders. Significant diseases and conditions treated at
Chiropractic Radiology practices include muscle sprains, misalignments, and herniated discs.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Chiropractic Radiology
practices include x-rays, MRI and CT scans, ultrasounds, and fluoroscopies.
Chiropractic radiology is a referral specialty that provides consultation services at the request of other qualified doctors. Chiropractic radiologists provide consultation in health care facilities (private offices, hospitals and teaching institutions) to meet the needs of referring doctors and their patients. The quality of the consultative services by the chiropractic radiologist in independent practice is reflected by the quality of their professional credentials. Chiropractic radiologists recommend, supervise, and interpret radiologic studies as well as advanced imaging procedures. They advise referring physicians on the necessity and appropriateness of radiologic services and whether to select or to avoid certain diagnostic or clinical procedures. In some instances the radiologist may act as a private practitioner. They may conduct research and apply diagnostic radiologic procedures and may be called upon to act as expert witnesses in matters of litigation.
Chiropractic radiologists are also concerned with imaging technology including image production, demonstration of normal and abnormal anatomy, and the interaction of energy and matter. The advances in the technological facets of radiology are so rapid that only qualified radiologists can reasonably be expected to maintain the high level of proficiency required to supervise and interpret these procedures. The practice of radiology continuously involves the application of this technology to patient imaging and treatment. It is now well recognized that chiropractic radiology includes, but is not limited to, plain film radiography, fluoroscopy, tomography, ultrasonography, radioisotope imaging, computed tomography, digital radiography, and magnetic resonance imaging. Individual practices may vary by intent, licensure, and scope of practice laws.
Chiropractic Radiologists in Smithfield, Birmingham, AL
Chiropractic Sports Medicine
John A. Farmer, D.c is a Chiropractic Sports Medicine practice in Birmingham, AL
with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in preventing and treating musculoskeletal, joint, and spinal athletic injuries.
Sports Medicine Chiropractors at John A. Farmer, D.c perform
pain and mobility assessment, treatment plan development, and mobility restoration treatment. Chiropractic Sports Medicine is
a medical specialty focused on preventing and treating injuries typically occurring during athletics like football, baseball, basketball, and soccer. Significant diseases and conditions treated at
Chiropractic Sports Medicine practices include muscle sprain, torn ACL, chronic joint and back pain, spinal disc pain, disc herniation, hamstring injury, knee injury, and nerve dysfunction.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Chiropractic Sports Medicine
practices include diagnostic imaging like x-ray, MRI, and CT scan, pain and mobility assessment, spinal manipulation, inflammation reduction techniques, medical massage, acupuncture, physical therapy rehabilitation, spa therapy, nerve pain block injections, and referral to other specialists as needed.
A sports chiropractor is uniquely trained to provide care and treatment of injuries or illness resulting from sports and physical fitness activities. Doctors of Chiropractic with the Diplomate American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians (DACBSP) or the Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician (CCSP), sport specialty certifications from the American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians, have advanced training in the assessment, management and rehabilitation of sports related injuries. Extremity care, rehabilitation and soft tissue procedures are common skills utilized by these doctors. The specialty training covers a broad spectrum from the pediatric athlete to professional and Olympic athletes, and everything in between, using a variety of techniques and modalities.
Sports Medicine Chiropractors in Smithfield, Birmingham, AL
Chiropractic Occupational Health
John A. Farmer, D.c is a Chiropractic Occupational Health practice in Birmingham, AL
with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in identifying and removing workplace injury risk factors.
Occupational Health Chiropractors at John A. Farmer, D.c perform
services that promote employee health and keep the cost of health insurance low. Chiropractic Occupational Health is
the treatment and prevention of musculoskeletal disorders that occur on the job. Significant diseases and conditions treated at
Chiropractic Occupational Health practices include muscle strains, misalignments, and machinery-related accidents.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Chiropractic Occupational Health
practices include conducting physical screenings, treating chiropractic injuries, and helping to modify the workspace to reduce injury risk.
Occupational Health is that specialty within the chiropractic profession that deals with the prevention and management of work related injuries. It also considers and assists clients with State and Federal Compliance assistance. Occupational Health goes much farther than simply treating injured workers however. This may mean working with clients to promote optimum safety and ergonomic principles, interacting with the injured worker to promote safety and prevent future injuries, assisting a company with accident investigation to identify root cause, redesigning a workstation to eliminate hazards, working with safety teams, providing training programs etc. The list of potential services that the specialist can interact with a client company or patient is lengthy and varied involving both in office services as well as on site services.
Occupational Health Chiropractors in Smithfield, Birmingham, AL
