Naprapathy              Naprapathic treatment begins with an diagnosis/evaluation of a number of factors, including the patient's age and lifestyle, muscle tone, alignment, strength and flexibility. A series of stretches and manipulations of the spine, joint muscles, tendons and ligaments help to align the body correctly, adjunctive treatments and corrective exercises are prescribed for the patient to perform at home to maintain the body's correct alignment. Focus is on the connective tissues of the body, including muscles, tendons and ligaments, and how they relate to the skeletal structure. Remember muscles are important to the placement of the bones and postural misalignment can be the source of muscle and joint pain.  Ligaments are stabilizers that act as the guidewires in support and function of the musclo-skeletal system.  NAPRAPATHIC TECHNIQUES: Gentle manipulation of the vertebrae to stretch the attached, contracted connective tissue which may be irritating the nerves as they exit the spinal column. Manipulation/mobilization of the muscles and related soft tissue structures help restore balance. Joint mobilization of restricted joints and articulations to restore full range of motion.