Dr. Minors often uses Applied Kinesiology (AK) as it is a form of diagnosis using muscle testing as a primary feedback mechanism to examine how a person's body is functioning. When properly applied, the outcome of an AK diagnosis will determine the best form of therapy for the patient. Since AK draws together the core elements of many complementary therapies, it provides an interdisciplinary approach to health care. In general, the applied kinesiologist finds a muscle that tests weak and then attempts to determine why that muscle is not functioning properly. The practitioner will then evaluate and apply the therapy that will best eliminate the muscle weakness and help the patient. Therapies utilized can include specific joint manipulation or mobilization, various myofascial therapies, cranial techniques, meridian therapy, clinical nutrition, dietary management and various reflex procedures. In some cases, the examiner may test for environmental or food sensitivities by using a previously strong muscle to find what weakens it. Applied kinesiology uses the triad of health - chemical, mental and structural factors - to describe the proper balance of the major health categories. The triad is represented by an equilateral triangle with structural health as its base, and the upright sides representing chemical and mental health. When a person experiences poor health, it is due to an imbalance in one or more of these three factors. The triad of health is interactive and all sides must be evaluated for the underlying cause of a problem. A health problem on one side of the triad can affect the other sides. For example, a chemical imbalance may cause mental symptoms. Applied kinesiology enables the practitioner to evaluate the triad's balance and direct therapy toward the imbalanced side or sides. Please visit www.icakusa.com for more information.
A gentle and painless procedure that creates negative pressure inside the involved disc(s), allowing them to imbibe (absorb) fluid and nutrients, which can reverse the degenerative and/or desiccation process in these structures, while significantly reducing the disc bulge(s) or herniation(s). In so doing, stress is reduced in the adjacent posterior joints, making them less painful. Most patients even fall asleep during these sessions.
Dr. Minors uses the Erchonia cold laser. In conjunction with other therapies, the cold laser allows Dr. Minors to expeditiously treat conditions such as joint pain, hamstring pulls/tears, shin splints, ankle sprains, IT band disorders, knee disorders, and plantar fascitis. You can learn more about this latest technological advance by visiting www.erchonia.com.
Dr. Minors utilizes pharmaceutical grade supplements (nutriceuticals) and homeopathic formulae when treating conditions involving: inflammation, pain, bruises, lactic acid, myofascial disorders, adrenal dysfunction, and abnormal cortisol levels. All of the aforementioned can be involved when a patient is not recovering adequately. For more information, please visit www.nutriwestoftexas.com.
This is based on bioenergetics technology, creating an energy field similar to the energy produced by the human body. This field stimulates cellular energy and enhances the body's ability to internally cleanse itself naturally, at an increased rate, restoring and normalizing the body's correct pH balance and energy levels. The principal is similar to how a magnet works. Except in this case, the magnetic force functions to help cancel out and eliminate harmful free radicals and other toxins from the body. Cellular Cleanse Therapy uses a water and sodium chloride (epsom salt) solution in a foot bath as a conduit for exchanging ions. The energy field created within the body draws negative and positive ions together, helping negate their harmful effect while gently stimulating cellular cleansing. Bioenergetics is important because the amount of energy within a person at the cellular level and their residual balance of energy have a direct correlation with the body's ability to problem solve, perform all types of work and to remove waste. In terms of bioelectricity, the cells of a healthy human organism have a negative potential of between 70-90 millivolts. Within this range of potential, nutritional absorption and the discharge of toxic waste are efficient. Stressed or injured cells on the other hand, can measure as little as 10-20 millivolts, resulting in both poor nutritional absorption and discharge of toxic waste. Such a condition can occur suddenly, as a result of an accident, or develop more slowly as result of the progressive build up of positive ions due to the effects of modern diets, stressed lifestyles and the impact of a toxic environment. Cellular Cleanse Therapy uses direct micro current, generating ions between 300-400 mV providing energy that is sub threshold, and very similar to low voltage electro stimulation or cold laser, both of which have been proven to increase and create more cellular ATP (stored energy). This increase in cellular ATP allows the cells to work and purge at a higher rate and to withstand external stressors that can be either physical or chemical. For more information go to www.erchonia.com.
According to Lance Armstrong in his book "Every Second Counts", "...[the team doctor of chiropractic] had something that was better than any laser, wrap, or electric massager. He had The Tape. It was a special...athletic tape that came from Japan and seemed to have special powers. [A rider] got a problem with his lower back. [the team doctor of chiropractic] turned him around and started putting...tape on it...the next day the pain had disappeared-it was gone...It could seriously fix things."
According to the team doctor of chiropractic for the U.S. Postal Team currently known as the Discovery Team: "Kinesio Tape prompts lymphatic drainage, supports muscle function, allows complete range of motion and is hypoallergenic. It's a dream come true!"
For certain conditions and depending on their severity/chronicity, Dr. Minors may refer a patient out for various diagnostic tests, such as: x-rays, MRI, CT scan, and blood and saliva tests. Saliva tests are used because: 1. Economy -Salivary tests cost less than similar serum tests. Tests are CPT coded and third party reimbursable (insurance & Medicare); 2. Convenience -No venipuncture (NO Needles), no biohazard, excellent patient compliance/ease of gathering sample, convenient home collection, stable specimen; 3. Scientific Superiority-Free Fraction determinations reflect clinical condition, ease of collection allows frequent monitoring; 4. Practicality-Quick results and turnaround, within 5 working days, free courtesy consultations with one of our doctors, to interpret results and give therapeutic implications; 5. www.diagnostechs.com -Introduced saliva testing into routine practice over 10 years ago, providing you with an extensive knowledge base to draw upon. Please visit their website for more information.
In conjunction with other therapies and procedures, Dr. Minors may utilize in-house massage therapists to address the needs of his patients.
Dr. Minors is certified in this particular technique. The McKenzie technique was developed by a physical therapist from New Zealand named Robin McKenzie. He found that by performing specific exercises in only one plane of movement (ie. Flexion or Extension) that it yielded useful information that was diagnostic and potentially therapeutic. This allows for expeditious diagnostic information and greater specificity of the treatment plan.
Dr. Minors has completed three years of study in non-surgical and surgical rehabilitation focusing on the spine, shoulder, elbow, knee, ankle and foot. Utilizes both simple yet effective exercises and some of the latest technological advances in rehab, his patients can achieve above average results in less than the average time.
As part of Dr. Minors' active rehabilitation studies, he learned how to make workstations ergonomic. He has gone into the workplace of several of his patient's to observe, inspect, and recommend modifications in their workstations. This allows patients to recover faster from certain musculoskeletal conditions, such as low back pain, when just a lumbar pillow will not suffice.
Discover a new way to improve your life with Eyelights, a new technology that is now available at rehabfx. Eyelights are a way of therapeutically sending light through the eyes in order to stimulate brain function. Designed to increase both mental and physical function, Eyelights have helped countless people overcome obstacles and regain control of their lives. Eyelights use both light and color to stimulate the brain in a safe and effective way. Light therapy can produce incredible results when treating certain conditions or improving athletic performance. We have seen great results in patients who suffer from: memory loss, scoliosis, learning disorders, ADHD, and muscle memory. Patients also experience better than average post-surgical recovery times. Dr. Peter Jaillet, a Board Certified Chiropractic Neurologist, practicing in Carrollton, Texas is the creator of Eyelights and for more detailed information you may visit his website at www.eyelights.com.
It is a non-invasive and gentle procedure that uses electrical stimulation to decrease pain, eliminate tissue damage and treat the underlying cause of your condition.