Bartlett Joshua (B.J.) Palmer

Bartlett Joshua (B.J.) Palmer, D.C., the son of D.D. Palmer, is known as The Developer of Chiropractic.

He became the dominant force in chiropractic after D.D.’s death in 1913 and is recognized for his work in bringing chiropractic to prominence in health care.

He’s also remembered for developing chiropractic Xray techniques and pioneering research projects, his humorous and pointed epigrams about chiropractic and life, and for running the Palmer School of Chiropractic until his death in 1961.

He was posthumously named a distinguished Fellow in the Palmer Academy of Chiropractic in 2006

Dr. Connor Hogan

" By Stretching all of the nervous system, it will increase the potential to heal it self."

Postural distortions caused by vertebral subluxations can lead to a cascade of muscular imbalances and asymmetries throughout the body. Here's a breakdown of these distortions and their potential effects:

Common Postural Distortions

1. Head Tilt

Cause: Misalignment in the cervical spine.

Effects: Tight neck muscles on one side, weakened muscles on the opposite side.

2. Tight Neck Muscles

Cause: Compensation for head tilt or forward head posture.

Effects: Reduced range of motion, headaches, and upper back tension.

3. Shoulder drop

Cause: Uneven vertebral alignment affecting the thoracic spine.

Effects: Imbalance in shoulder and upper back muscles.

4. Tight Shoulder & Upper Back Muscles

Cause: Compensatory mechanisms for misalignment.

Effects: Pain, stiffness, and restricted arm movement.

5. Tight Lower Back Muscles

Cause: Misaligned lumbar vertebrae or pelvic tilt.

Effects: Lower back pain, reduced spinal flexibility.

6. Higher Hip (Pelvic Tilt)

Cause: Subluxations in the lumbar or sacroiliac joints.

Effects: Unequal weight distribution, hip and knee pain.

7. Tight Hamstrings

Cause: Pelvic misalignment or compensatory posture.

Effects: Limited leg flexibility and strain on the lower back.

8. Uneven Arm Length

Cause: Spinal or rib cage misalignment.

Effects: Shoulder and arm discomfort, reduced functionality.

9. Tight Calf Muscles

Cause: Compensatory adjustments for uneven leg length.

Effects: Foot pain, limited ankle mobility.

10. Unequal Leg Length (Short Leg)

Cause: Pelvic misalignment or lumbar subluxation.

Effects: Altered gait, hip and knee joint stress.

Management Strategies

Chiropractic Adjustments: Correct subluxations to restore spinal alignment.

Postural Exercises: Strengthen weak muscles and stretch tight ones.

Massage Therapy: Relieve muscle tension and improve circulation.

Physical Therapy: Focus on gait training and functional movement patterns.

Making new habits: start with new habits that are good and correct

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