What is
Network Chiropractic and how is it different from traditional
chiropractic methods?
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Network Chiropractic (a.k.a.
Network Spinal Analysis) was developed in the early 1980’s by
Dr. Donald Epstein
to help patients resolve tension patterns which occur when the
spinal cord is over-stretched during physical injury or when
the body is under mental or emotional stress.
Like an over-stretched rubber band, the spinal cord tissues
oscillate at a higher frequency or “phase” when they are under
tension, and that frequency is distributed throughout the
body’s 75-100 trillion cells via an elaborate nerve network
that links every cell with between 3-9 nerve fibers.
Instead of trying to mechanically adjust or align the spine
through manipulation of the vertebra like a traditional
chiropractor, a Network Chiropractor seeks to understand the
physical, emotional and mental factors related to the tension
pattern and then find the specific points on the spine that
will help the body resolve its tension using just a few ounces
of pressure.
No twisting, popping or cracking is necessary. |
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What is
a typical visit to The Well Being Center like?
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A typical visit to The Well
Being Center in Santa Cruz, California is an uplifting
experience!
A Network Spinal Analysis session is called an “entrainment”,
a term that means to get “in synch”. During an entrainment a
wave-like deepening of your breath will spontaneously occur
and various regions of your spine will begin to gently move in
synch with each other as tension releases.
You will remain fully clothed lying face-down on a table while
Dr. Amaral evaluates your body using the Network Spinal
Analysis system. He will feel your spine and muscles and
observe your posture and breathing patterns. He will then use
gentle pressure on specific points along your spine to
initiate the entrainment process.
A typical visit lasts about 20 minutes and will leave you
feeling more relaxed, energized and at peace. |
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| What
kind of results can I expect right away? |
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You can expect to immediately
feel more relaxed, loose and flexible in your body. Your
breathing will become deeper and easier. In most cases, your
pain and tension levels will be significantly reduced within a
short time.
But that’s just the tip of the iceberg! As your body shifts
out of “fight or flight” mode, you’ll begin to experience more
clarity, a sense of inner-calm and peace and a pleasant
elongation of your spine as your posture straightens. This is
only the beginning of the many life-changing benefits that
Network Chiropractic has to offer. You can read more about the
long-term benefits of our care under
Our Services. |
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| How can
I be sure your process will work for me? |
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Our state licensing board
doesn’t permit us to guarantee results; however we can and do
offer a
100% risk free guarantee
when it comes to your experience of our most comprehensive
year-long program. Here’s how it works:
If you participate in our Body Awakening program and follow
our recommendations throughout, at the end of the 12 month
period if you are not totally satisfied with your experience,
we’ll continue to care for you at no charge until you
experience the benefits of what we do to your satisfaction.
We doubt you’ll find a similar guarantee (if you can find any)
anywhere in the health care industry! |
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| What
conditions/symptoms can you help with? |
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Network Chiropractic is not considered a
“treatment” or “therapy.” However, by releasing tension from
the spine and helping the nervous system adapt to stress more
effectively, our unique process has helped thousands of people
experience relief of the following:
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Low back pain |
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Whiplash |
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Asthma |
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Neck pain |
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Torticollis |
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Post Traumatic Stress Disorder |
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Tension Headaches |
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Headaches |
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Attention Deficit Disorder |
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TMJ |
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Migraines |
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Depression |
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Disc Herniation |
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Muscle Spasms |
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Anxiety |
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Disc Injuries |
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Muscle Strains |
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Fibromyalgia |
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Bulging Discs |
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Sciatica |
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Chronic Fatigue |
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| How
often will I need to come in to get results? |
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Your recommended visit
frequency will depend on your body’s current condition, your
lifestyle and your overall health and wellness objectives. You
can read more about the benefits and objectives of our
programs under Our Services.
Our basic program, called
Body Revitalization, consists of 20
visits over an 8 week period. Our intermediate program,
Body
Transformation, consists of 60 visits over a 6 month period
and our advanced program,
Body Awakening, consists of 120
visits over a 12 month period.
You should come in an average of twice a week to obtain the
best results. However, you’ll still receive many benefits from
our care even if you come in less often. We don’t believe in a
“cookie-cutter” approach and during your initial visits we’ll
evaluate your specific situation and decide together which
program is the best fit for you, or we’ll create a customized
program to meet your specific needs. |
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| What
scientific evidence do you have that your method works? |
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Network Spinal Analysis may
literally be “touchy-feely”, but it isn’t just some new-age
fad! We’ve worked with thousands of people from over 50
countries, including numerous leaders in business, science,
athletics, and the arts with outstanding results (find out
what
people are saying about us).
A
retrospective study of over 2,500 people conducted through UC Irvine Medical College documented significant improvements
in quality of life in the majority of people receiving Network
Chiropractic care.
The wave patterns that occur during a Network entrainment are
the focus of several research papers by French mathematician
professor Edmund Jonckheere. Professor Jonckheere is currently
exploring the relationship between the “wave” created in
Network Spinal Analysis and the energy-efficiency and
adaptability of the nervous system.
Network Spinal Analysis is a cutting-edge methodology on the
frontier of bodymind research! Find out more about
Network
Spinal Analysis Research. |
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| How is
your Network Chiropractic clinic different from other medical
clinics in the Santa Cruz, California area? |
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The Well Being Center is
located in a creek side setting with tranquil views and a
spa-like atmosphere. Of the several Network Chiropractic
practices in Santa Cruz County, we’ve been serving the Santa
Cruz community the longest, since 1998.
Drs. John and Christina Amaral are a husband and wife team who
are both on the international teaching staff for Network
Spinal Analysis with Dr. Donald Epstein. Only a handful of
Network Chiropractic clinics in the world offer this level of
combined expertise in teaching and practice experience in one
office!
We offer complimentary Holosync technologies -- a brain-wave
synchronization program that creates a relaxed and open mental
state -- in the reception area to help our clients who choose
to, transition from the daily hustle and bustle into their
entrainments.
We teach Somato Respiratory Integration (SRI) exercises as
part of our program curriculum and Dr. Christina Amaral, who
is a member of the International SRI teaching staff, is an
expert in this area.
We provide educational seminars and interactive workshops,
many at no additional cost, on a regular basis to help you get
the most out of your care with us. We also offer select
nutritional and wellness-enhancing products to optimize your
experience and ensure that you get lasting results.
We provide the most comprehensive care available in Santa
Cruz. Our goal is to help you simplify your life, to support
your growth and to help you sustain a wellness lifestyle, and
we stand behind our work with a
100% risk free guarantee! |
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| I’ve
suffered from back pain for years. What would you suggest? |
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Back pain, especially chronic
back pain, is rarely a one-cause one cure situation. There are
many factors that can contribute to ongoing back pain,
including unresolved physical injuries, emotional and mental
stress.
Rather than just giving you a twist or a pop for temporary
relief, we suggest a holistic and comprehensive approach that
will help you identify and change the patterns that are
contributing to your back pain.
Through a cutting-edge approach that combines low force
Network Spinal Analysis “entrainments” (a unique method that
promotes a spontaneous wave-like release of tension within the
spine) and a specific series of exercises called Somato
Respiratory Integration (SRI), we’ll help you release tension
and connect to the underlying source of your pain so that you
can truly resolve it. |
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| I’ve
suffered from headaches for years. I’ve tried a number of
doctors in Santa Cruz, but none of the medications they’ve
prescribed have helped. Can you help? |
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Although we don’t claim to
diagnose and treat any symptoms directly, we’ve worked with
hundreds of patients in Santa Cruz with many types of
headaches, ranging from tension headaches to migraines with
positive results. In most cases the severity and frequency of
the headaches significantly diminishes, or the headaches
vanish altogether.
Medications only provide temporary relief for headaches. We
seek to understand the factors contributing to the headaches
and help you make the necessary life changes to keep the
headaches from recurring. Experience has shown us that
headaches, like any other pain signals, are a sign that your
body is asking for a change in your behavior, your perceptions
or your body structure.
We help you develop the awareness and discover the resources
to change the way you’re living. The by-product of that
lifestyle could very well be a headache-free life! |
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Between
trying to run my company and trying to spend quality time with
my family, I’m finding it overwhelming. How can your programs
help relieve me of this stress?
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The stress over having too much
to do and not enough time to do it is epidemic in our culture.
Consistently high stress levels freeze the body in a “fight or
flight” mode, tightening muscles, rounding shoulders, making
breathing shallow, and limiting blood and oxygen to the parts
of your brain and body that are responsible for relaxation,
revitalization, creativity and growth.
We find that a busy life is typically not the problem. The
problem is an inability to shift gears and “unhook” from the
stress-causing factors that are overwhelming you.
Our programs will help you release tension from your body and
learn how to adapt to and manage the stress that you’re under
without taking it home with you. Expect to work with us twice
a week for about 8 weeks to get the ball rolling. We’ll
release tension from your spine and nervous system, teach you
helpful exercises and give you plenty of recommendations to
decrease your stress levels quickly and naturally. |
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| I work
at a computer all day and I have constant neck pain. Can you
help with this? |
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When it comes to their computer
station, most people have a far from optimal ergonomic setup.
In fact, we find that even people with excellent workstations
often get neck and back pain from long hours in front of the
screen.
The problem is that most people either aren’t aware of, or
just ignore their body’s cues and feedback telling them to
move, stretch or reposition themselves. They regularly push
through to finish a project, even though their bodies are
building up considerable tension in the process.
Our solution is to help you get so connected to and in tune
with your body’s cues and feedback that you’re able to stay
present and attentive to the exact positions you need to be
in.
Instead of staying static at your desk and needing neck pain
to let you know that you’re not being attentive to your body,
with our care, you’ll be able to stay fluid, flexible and free
instead. |
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| This all
sounds good, but how much will it cost? |
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The cost is the best part! Our
programs are very affordable, especially when you consider the
cost that doing nothing about the symptoms you’ve been
experiencing could have on your life and health.
Your monthly car payment ensures that you’ve got
transportation to get where you want to go. For about the same
amount per month our 12-month program will help you get where
you want to go in your life!
We accept many types of insurance for the initial stages of
care, and we’ll handle everything for you. Just present your
insurance card at the time of your first visit. |
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| How can
I be sure that your office will be a good fit for me? |
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At The Well Being Center, we
believe that the only way for you to really know for sure if
our approach is right for you is if you give it a try! Find
out how to Make An Appointment now!
You can also learn more about our approach and get a feel for
our office by attending one of our
Free Monthly Workshops on the last
Tuesday of each month. We invite you to join us for the next
program. Just give us a call at (831) 475-2448 to
reserve your space (workshops fill up fast so be sure to call
now to ensure a spot) |
