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Wednesday, June 4, 2003 About the Atlas Orthogonal Technique There are a number of differing techniques used by Chiropractic practitioners. Sacral Occipital Technique, the Palmer, and the Cox Flexion-Distraction are just a few employed by chiropractors throughout the world. Precision Upper Cervical or Atlas Orthogonal Technique is a little known chiropractic procedure fast becoming the preferred method in many chiropractic offices. Founded by Georgia Chiropractor Dr. Roy Sweat, D.C., the technique is "a gentle, effective approach to renewed health and relief of discomfort without manipulation," according to the Atlas Orthogonal Web site (www.atlasorthogonalality.com). Currently there are less than 200 doctors worldwide who are certified. Fayette County is home to at least four chiropractors who are certified in the technique. The Atlas is the first vertebra in the spine. Because the atlas is the top bone of the spine, if it rotated out of position it can twist the entire spinal structure, throwing your whole body is off balance. It can also cause improper or restricted nerve flow. According to AOT practitioners, misalignment of the vertebrae can cause a variety of problems including migraines and sciatica. They liken not having the doughnut shaped vertebrae balanced to driving a misaligned car. When the critical alignment of the spinal column is disturbed, nature begins immediately to attempt to repair and heal the damage. Chiropractors work to aid and speed up the healing process with methods which, like nature's own, are safe and generally painless. The goal of the AO chiropractor is to stabilize the position of the spine and move the patient from crisis care into recovery with as few adjustments as possible. Although chiropractors specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of spinal conditions, their care often results in improvement in the health of other parts of the body not generally associated with the spine. AOT is a gentle method of correction using a specially designed instrument designed to deliver a precise chiropractic adjustment. A mechanical impulse is delivered through a metal stylus by means of a pressure controlled actuator. The correction occurs within the normal range of motion of the vertebra unlike manipulation which, by definition, takes the joint slightly beyond the end range of motion. For more information, contact one of the following:
Marilyn L Durden,
D.C.
Vince Vellucci,
D.C.
Andy D'Amato,
D.C.
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