Chiropractic is a natural health care approach which is focused on restoring the spine and nervous system to full function. Chiropractors gently adjust the spine in order to create spinal balance and to allow the body to heal itself naturally. Dr. Gallagher aims to deliver specific, accurate, and effective adjustments to the SPINE AND EXPREMITIES to encourage your body to tap into it's own healing ability.

Studies show that chiropractic coupled with massage is more effective than just massage alone! According to the Mayo Clinic...

Benefits of massage
Massage is generally considered part of integrative medicine. It's increasingly being offered along with standard treatment for a wide range of medical conditions and situations.

Massage benefits can include:

Reducing stress and increasing relaxation
Reducing pain and muscle soreness and tension
Improving circulation, energy and alertness
Lowering heart rate and blood pressure
Improving immune function
While more research is needed to confirm the benefits of massage, some studies have found massage may also be helpful for:

Anxiety
Digestive disorders
Fibromyalgia
Headaches
Insomnia related to stress
Low back pain
Myofascial pain syndrome
Nerve pain
Soft tissue strains or injuries
Sports injuries
Temporomandibular joint pain
Upper back and neck pain
Beyond the benefits for specific conditions or diseases, some people enjoy massage because it often produces feelings of caring, comfort and connection.

Despite its benefits, massage isn't meant as a replacement for regular medical care. Let your doctor know you're trying massage and be sure to follow any standard treatment plans you have.

Risks of massage
Most people can benefit from massage. However, massage may not be appropriate if you have:

Bleeding disorders or take blood-thinning medication
Burns or healing wounds
Deep vein thrombosis
Infections
Broken bones (fractures)
Severe osteoporosis
A very low platelet count (severe thrombocytopenia)
Discuss the pros and cons of massage with your doctor, especially if you are pregnant or if you have cancer or unexplained pain.

Some forms of massage can leave you feeling a bit sore the next day. But massage shouldn't ordinarily be painful or uncomfortable. If any part of your massage doesn't feel right or is painful, speak up right away. Most serious problems come from too much pressure during massage.

What you can expect during a massage
You don't need any special preparation for massage. Before a massage therapy session starts, your massage therapist should ask you about any symptoms, your medical history and what you're hoping to get out of massage. Your massage therapist should explain the kind of massage and techniques he or she will use.

In a typical massage therapy session, you undress or wear loose-fitting clothing. Undress only to the point that you're comfortable. You generally lie on a table and cover yourself with a sheet. Your massage therapist will leave the room when you undress before the massage and when you dress after it. You can also have a massage while sitting in a chair, fully clothed. Your massage therapist should perform an evaluation through touch to locate painful or tense areas and to determine how much pressure to apply.

Depending on preference, your massage therapist may use oil or lotion to reduce friction on your skin. Tell your massage therapist if you might be allergic to any ingredients.

A massage session may last from 10 to 90 minutes, depending on the type of massage and how much time you have. No matter what kind of massage you choose, you should feel calm and relaxed during and after your massage. Breathe normally throughout your massage.

Your massage therapist may play music during your massage or talk to you, but you can tell him or her if you prefer quiet.

If a massage therapist is pushing too hard, ask for lighter pressure. Occasionally you may have a sensitive spot in a muscle that feels like a knot. It's likely to be uncomfortable while your massage therapist works it out. But if it becomes painful, speak up.

THE SAUNA BENEFITS
Boosts Mood
Ignite Glow
Boosts Immunity
Improve Circulation
Burn Calories
Improve Endurance

Q: What should I wear for my Infrared Sauna Blanket session?
A: We recommend wearing long sleeves, long pants, and socks while in the blanket, as well as lining the blanket with a thick towel. This will absorb any sweat released during your session and provide comfort while lying on top of the heat source.

Q: WHAT MAKES THIS DIFFERENT THAN TYPICAL INFRARED SAUNAS??
A:This mat is made with layers of charcoal clay and amethyst crystals to emit more more of the healing negative ions, drawing out the positively charged free radicals and heavy metals. GOOD STUFF!!

Q: How often can I use the mat?
A: Unlike the Infrared Sauna Blanket, you don't need any clean up or setup to get the benefits of PEMF and infrared. You can use this mat wherever, whenever, as many times as you want.

HOW THE ALIMTOX ION CELL CLEANSE WORKS
WHAT IS AN ION CELL CLEANSE?
This foot bath is completely painless and works by sending a small current through the body and generates positively charged ions. Also called hydrotherapy, the high concentration of the ion field attaches to the negatively charged toxins, neutralizing them. The body is then able to discard the toxins through the 2000 pores on the bottom of your feet.

Used to cleanse toxins, balance ph, assist in recovery from injuries/surgeries, pain management/ inflammation, increase oxygen and cell energy levels, enhance the body’s ability to heal and rebalance on its own. While widely used to increase both physical and mental energy, vitality and stamina, it can at the same time, assist the body in ridding itself of toxins, chemicals, radiation, pollution, synthetics and other foreign material trapped in the skin layers that have clogged up its systems of elimination. Internally, the machine can help to cleanse parasites and detox the liver.

The cleanse can result in less bodily fluid retention, reduced inflammation, improved memory, greater bladder control, a more balanced ph, a stronger immune system, & significant pain relief, including headaches, gout & arthritis pain.

WHAT IS A CELL-CLEANSE ION FOOT BATH?
A Cell-Cleanse Foot Bath is a top quality high tech detoxification system that can help enable the body to heal itself. The Alimtox Ion Detoxifying Unit relaxes, cleanses, balances and enhances the bio energy of the body. Chinese medicine refers to this energy as "Qi"(pronounced chee). We believe, due to the effects of the Ion generator, that complex energy fields can permeate and realign the body's energy field while improving oxygen levels. The foot bath is widely used to increase both physical and mental energy, vitality, and stamina. At the same time it may also purge the body of toxins, chemicals, radiation, pollution, synthetics, and other foreign material clogging up the skin – an essential part of the body's system of elimination. The internal cleansing promoted by an ionic foot bath also can include parasite cleansing and liver and kidney detoxification.

WHO WILL BENEFIT FROM ION CELL CLEANSING FOOTBATHS?
Most people should immediately experience an increased sense of well being and more energy. Many children have reported greater mental clarity as a result of the footbath; young couples planning families may benefit from doing footbath sessions prior to conception. Women seeking to maintain healthy breasts throughout their lives can benefit from whole body purification. Middle aged men and women have reported increased energy and greater mental clarify after completing the session.

WHY DETOXIFY THE BODY?
In today’s toxic environment, acid wastes, chemicals, and heavy metals residues build up in the body faster than ever before, resulting in a greater incidence of allergies, and mental and physical incapacitation. We have begun to hear more about herbal and homeopathic detoxification programs by alternative health practitioners to reduce systems and maintain health. All healing traditions - Egyptian, Native American, Ayurvedic, Homeopathic, Chinese, Shamanic-most traditions other than western medicine offer body purification as a means of healing and avoiding disease. Alimtox Ion Cell Cleanse session may support anybody’s cleansing modality, and may even reduce the discomfort associated with rapid purification.

WHAT IS THE SIGNIFICANCE OF EACH COLOR?
It is important to eat a variety of colorful foods to assure balanced chemistry. Every color in our food is related to a chemical and has a chemical value. Chemical components of foods contribute to their acid-alkaline balance. As a general rule, green foods the immune system, especially the liver and gallbladder. Red foods nourish the endocrine system, including the pituitary gland and the heart, and small intestines. Orange foods nourish the joints. Yellow foods the digestive system, including the spleen stomach, and pancreas. Yellow-green foods nourish the kidney, bladder, liver, bladder, urinary tract, female/ prostate area. Brown foods the liver. White foods nourish the respiratory system namely the lungs but also the large intestines, lymphatic system, thyroid, and skin. Black foods nourish the circulatory system, kidneys, liver, gallbladder. By the same token when the water is changing colors, each one represents the part of the body that is being detoxified. One of the most visual effects is the discoloration of the water, but while the color changes in the water can be dramatic, it is not the most important factor and one must be careful about making judgments based solely on the water.

ARE IONIC FOOT DETOXES COMMON IN HOLISTIC HEALTHCARE SETTINGS?
A simple Google search will show that ionic foot detoxes are commonly offered in holistic healthcare centers, as well as spas, hair salons, and wellness-driven grocery stores across the US. Products purchased on store shelves, however, can vary in quality and so it is wise to entrust a healthcare professional when choosing an ionic detox process. It is important to note that detoxification is an important step of a treatment plan. Similar to treating a drug or alcohol addiction, detoxification helps prepare the body for the next phase of treatment, whether it is therapy or alternative care. For most natural healthcare enthusiasts, ionic foot detox is the beginning of a lifestyle commitment.