Treatments available at Kemper Spine Centre

 The latest technology is used by Dr. Kemper to evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients in an effort to relieve their chronic pain or injury.

The goals of treatment are the same for most patients, regardless of the prescribed treatments: to alleviate chronic pain with improved alignment, flexibility, and strength.

Evaluation

An initial evaluation determining the source of pain is conducted by Dr. Kemper prior to prescribing treatment. Patients are asked to complete some forms, including History, Symptom and Pain Profile questionnaires. The Doctor will then review them and begin his clinical assessment; it may include any or all of the following:

• Physical examination

• Orthopedic and neurological testing

• Diagnostic x-rays

Diagnosis

A diagnosis is reached based on the information from the evaluation and Dr. Kemper’s assessment of the patient’s condition and needs.

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Treatment

A personalized course of treatment is then prescribed by the Doctor.

The most common treatments prescribed include:

• Palmer full-spine adjustment

• Geometry-based spinal analysis and adjustment with few doctors trained in geometry-based chiropractic, Dr. Kemper is an expert at the forefront of this state-of-the-art treatment.

• Tailbone manipulation - Tailbone This technique relieves Sacrococcygeal Syndrome by decreasing tension on the spinal cord and restoring flexibility.

• Orthotics These custom-made shoe inserts are prescribed to stabilize the foundation of the pelvis and spine.

• Physical therapy Combines heat/cold therapy, ultrasound, electrical muscle stimulation, and massage with prescribed exercises to help the patient build strength, flexibility, and endurance.

• Nutritional evaluation and counseling Treatment has been found to be more successful with proper patient nutrition.

• Exercise

> stretching

> range-of-motion

> strength building

> low-impact aerobics

> swim therapy

• Patient Education Central to Dr. Kemper’s philosophy of treatment is the belief that patients are the critical factor in their treatment success. Education and information are provided throughout the treatment process.