Essence of Life Spinal Care
Appointments: (813) 330-0232
Chiropractic basics
What does a Chiropractor do?
A Chiropractor works with the spinal bones (vertebrae) and the neuro-musculoskeletal system of the human body, adjusting the positioning and alignment of the spine and other joints to re-balance and restore normal nerve signaling, which promotes healing and overall well being.
Some of the most common duties and responsibilities that chiropractors perform regularly include:
- Performing neurological and orthopedic examinations.
- Understanding and assessing a patient's medical history.
- Assessing a patient's posture and spinal alignment.
- Aligning and correcting/adjusting the spine and other joints as needed.
- Creating plans for patient's conditions based on their needs.
- Getting to the root cause of pain and discomfort using other non-invasive methods that may include cupping, heat/cold, targeted exercises, ultrasound, myofascial therapies and more.
- Providing nutritional advice, herbal therapies and other health and lifestyle suggestions.
- Interpreting X-rays, MRI's and running other diagnostic tests when necessary.
What does an Upper Cervical Chiropractor do?
The only difference in addition to general Chiropractic, being the application and location of the alignment applied to the spine. Upper Cervical Chiropractors focus on the Atlas (C1) and the Axis (C2). The first two bones of the spine, under the skull.
The goal of Upper Cervical Care (UCC) is to improve brain-to-body connection, ensuring that the nervous system is operating at its best, specifically the autonomic nerve system in particular. Removing Vertebral Subluxations through spinal corrections affects the function of the entire body, allowing the body to heal more efficiently and function at it's optimum. Read more about Vertebral Subluxations in our TREATMENT tab above.
We practice Upper Cervical Chiropractic and activator techniques to align and correct the spine to regulate the nervous system and musculoskeletal system. Watch a video of the process of a Upper Cervical adjustment here:
What people are saying about their experience
TMJ & Digestive Issues
Hip pain & Interrupted sleep
Hip pain & Interrupted sleep
"Since starting care only 2 months in, I have not taken a single pain pill, the acid reflux that I suffered with for 10 years subsided and I no longer need daily medication for it or for my allergies. These positive changes have given me a sense of freedom that I did not have before.” - Courtney Satterfield
Hip pain & Interrupted sleep
Hip pain & Interrupted sleep
Hip pain & Interrupted sleep
"My pain got so bad, I had to go to the emergency room, but nothing helped. Since starting care I am now able to be more active, have better sleep, no pain, better sinuses, better balance and is able to stand for long periods of time at work without any issues." - Kai Barnes
Anxiety & Headaches
Hip pain & Interrupted sleep
Dizziness, Migraines & Mental Fog
"I have more energy, more flexibility and easier movements. My health has drastically improved and I no longer need to take Tylenol or anxiety medication like before. I am able to work and play without having to take breaks. My function has improved and I am able to concentrate better without the pain my body was in before." - Melissa Leinweber
Dizziness, Migraines & Mental Fog
Dizziness, Migraines & Mental Fog
Dizziness, Migraines & Mental Fog
"This care allowed me to have fun with my baby again, think clearly, and have more energy to chase my daughter around or play dress up." - Darlene Witham
Neck pain & Balance Issues
Dizziness, Migraines & Mental Fog
Neck pain & Balance Issues
“After staring care, I noticed more range of motion in my neck, no more neck pain and my whole body just felt better. I was sleeping better and felt good physically and mentally. I used to take melatonin to sleep at night, but since I have been getting care I do not need to anymore. I also no longer get headaches and have not had any balance issues. Visit my Chiropractor today." - Javier Cabral
Low back pain
Dizziness, Migraines & Mental Fog
Neck pain & Balance Issues
"Dr. Miranda and staff are such a very unique caring bunch and the very best what they do! Dr. Miranda is a mindful individual who listens to your concerns and needs, gives you the best possible educational advice and I love that about her. She has improved my quality of life tremendously in such a short period I will never be able to repay her! She is truly a specialist in her field of Cervical Spinal Care!" - Deborah M. Hoback
