Naprapathic Medicine is a system of healthcare that employs Manual Medicine, Non-Invasive Modalities, Nutritional Counseling, and Therapeutic and Rehabilitative Exercise in the treatment of pain caused by Connective Tissue Disorders. Connective tissue supports the spinal column and all joints and articulations of the body.*
Connective Tissue Disorders are characterized by abnormal rigid and/or contracted (strained) ligaments, tendons and muscles. These disorders interfere with nerve conduction and the circulation of blood and lymph. This can result in pain and inflammation to the affected area of the body. Causes of connective tissue disorders can include traumatic injury (car accidents, sports injuries, falls, etc.), RMS (repetitive motion syndrome, such as work-related computer or machine use), heavy lifting and improper posture.
Some of the common connective tissue disorders that are successfully treated by Naprapathic Medicine include:
There are four broad categories of connective tissue found in the body – Aerolar, Adipose, Dense and Reticular. Naprapathic Medicine primarily focuses on Dense (or Fibrous) Connective Tissue, which forms ligaments and tendons.
