American Chiropractic Association

The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) is the largest professional association in the world representing doctors of chiropractic. 

Western States Chiropractic College

Western States Chiropractic College, located in Portland, Oregon has been a leader in evidence-based chiropractic education since 1904.

National Center for Complimentary and Alternative Medicine

The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) is one of the 27 institutes and centers that make up the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

Chiropractic Association of Oregon

The Chiropractic Association of Oregon is dedicated to excellence in the chiropractic profession, to the service of their members and improving the quality of life of our patients. 

WHAT IS A CHIROPRACTOR?

A chiropractor is a primary care physician that specializes in disorders of muscles, joints, and nerves of the body. Dr. Howell does this by adjusting the spine and extremities, providing stretches and exercises, and educating about nutrition and postural awareness.

WHY CHOOSE CHIROPRACTIC CARE?

Headaches are not normal, neither are backaches, numbness or tingling or stiffness. Chiropractic care is a natural holistic approach to health care that restores your body’s ability to function. It is effective, safe and should be considered prior to the use of most invasive procedures such as surgery, medicine, or injections. Chiropractic treats the cause of the problem not just the symptoms which you are experiencing. This is done by proper examination with a complete history as well as orthopedic and neurological assessment. The doctor will then determine if chiropractic will be the right choice for you.

WHEN DO YOU NEED TO SEE A CHIROPRACTOR?

Aches and pains that are not significantly better within two days

Severe pain

Sharp pain with movement

Pain that is increasing in intensity

Diagnosis of a low back bulging or herniated disc

Chronic problem that prior care has not helped or resolved

Recent motor vehicle, work or sports injury

Symptoms in addition to pain

•numbness

•tingling

•weakness

•swelling

•inability to continue activity

•pain that wakes you or does not allow you to sleep

When your body or overall health just does not feel right.

You are interested in natural approaches and remedies for you health.

WHAT IS AN ADJUSTMENT?

An adjustment is a correction made by the doctor, to the spine or other joints of the body to achieve proper biomechanical motion. It effects the body in several ways. First it stretches the muscles, tendons and ligaments around the joint allowing the immobile area to achieve normal motion. It helps to lubricate the joint and reduce inflammation. Second it will allow the nerves in that area to function at their optimal without irritation or hindrance. This gives your body the ability to heal itself. Pain medications and aspirin will mask your symptoms but they won’t change the underlying cause of your problem.