We live in a wonderful age, with so many new and natural ways to treat common ailments and improve our wellbeing. Network Spinal Analysis™ is just one evidence-based approach to health that may help you enjoy enhanced health and wellness. But exactly what is Network Spinal Analysis™, how does it work and how might it benefit you?
An Introduction to Network Spinal Analysis™
Developed by Dr Donald Epstein in 1987, Network Spinal Analysis™ is a holistic approach to wellness that uses 'gentle precise touch' on the spine to prompt the brain to trigger spinal re-organization in order to cultivate wellness. When carrying out this type of chiropractic care, two healing waves are used to help release spinal tension and re-organise the spinal cord. The spontaneous release of these restrictions allows clients to experience increased range of motion, improved sensory perceptions and motor control, reduced pain perception, better coordination, greater mental clarity and more energy.
How Does Network Spinal Analysis™ Work?
A Network Spinal Analysis™ practitioner will undertake a health assessment to understand the sources of your life tensions. They'll then make spinal refinements by employing gentle touches to promote your wellbeing. Doctors of chiropractic typically use Network Spinal Analysis™ in chiropractic treatments alongside other techniques. It's said that the healing modality develops a deeper awareness of one's body to assist in its natural healing.
Network Spinal Analysis™ works by sending different pressures sequentially along lines called 'primary respiratory diaphragms' that are connected to every organ and tissue in the body. The primary respiratory diaphragm is an imaginary line that encircles the human body just inside the surface of our skin and above our muscles and bones. Structurally, this line is composed of the bones of the skull, ribs, spine and pelvis.
It has been estimated that 85 to100% of all structures in the body are connected to these bones along the primary respiratory diaphragms. These lines can develop restrictions through injuries or stress, which can interfere with their ability to transmit neurological impulses. Network Spinal Analysis™ techniques are designed to restore proper function of the nervous system and allow your body to heal itself.
How Could Network Spinal Analysis™ Benefit Me?
The benefits of Network Spinal Analysis™ have been widely studied. One such study of 2818 people in the US found that the modality has a significant impact on wellbeing, stress and life enjoyment. Patients reported an improvement in relationships, work, coping strategies, lifestyle, exercise, eating habits, compassion and confidence. They also reported more energy, fewer headaches and reduced cold and flu symptoms. Some people also found they experienced fewer angry outbursts, less anxiety, a better temper and even less reliance on prescription medication.
Eligible patients for Network Spinal Analysis™ can be anyone with any health concerns, who may be suffering from chronic patterns of stress, or who simply wants to achieve a healthy spine so that they can maximise their everyday life.
Among the conditions that may be improved with this gentle form of chiropractic include, but are not limited to:
- Neck pain
- Digestive issues such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and ulcers
- Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
- Respiratory issues such as asthma and emphysema
- Fatigue
- Cardiovascular problems such high blood pressure or palpitations
- Pelvic floor imbalances that cause urinary incontinence
- Mental fogginess caused by sleep deprivation or chemical exposure
Trying Network Spinal Analysis™
Besides being an effective approach to achieving a healthier spine and enhancing the body's natural healing response, the great part about Network Spinal Analysis™ is that it is a non-invasive technique which does not have any adverse side effects. It can be used in conjunction with other modalities of healthcare to achieve optimal health.
Some clients may experience feelings of lightheadedness during the treatment because the body is receiving the impulses at a deep level, but this sensation typically subsides within minutes. As with all chiropractic treatments, there may be an adjustment period that varies from one individual to another. Clients are encouraged to come in for their first two visits without expectations so they can allow their bodies time to adjust and acclimate during this transitional phase.
Keen to see if Network Spinal Analysis™ can work for you? Chat with a chiropractor to find out more about how it works and whether it's right for you.
Originally published on Dec 02, 2013
