Dr. Kearns focuses on postural alignment as the primary indicator for alleviating pain. The shoulder, hip, knee, and ankle should fall along the same axis. Correct posture ensures that weight bearing is evenly distributed throughout the body allowing for maximum function. The ultimate goal to staying properly aligned is to get the muscle working properly. Implementing corrective exercises does just that.

Your doctor is a connective tissue specialist who will evaluate your condition using one or all of the following methods:

• Detailed medical history
• Orthopedic & neurological examination
• Anatomical & topographical evaluations
• Muscle & range of motion testing

After evaluating your condition, your doctor will offer manipulative techniques, exercises and/or nutritional counseling to help restore your health and activity. Some of the possible naprapathic techniques include:

• Gentle manipulation of vertibrae to stretch
  the connective tissue & relieve irritation
  to nerves exiting the spinal column
• Manipulation & mobilization of the
  muscle & related soft tissue structure
• Mobilization of restricted joints to restore
  full range of motion

Your doctor may also recommend additional treatments if your condition warrants:

• Electro-therapy
• Ultrasound therapy
• Heat or cold treatments
• Traction