Our Services
 Spinal / Nervous System Corrective Care
Option #1: Basic Temporary Correction – Beginning
the Journey to Healing
 This phase of care
will typically eliminate or at least markedly diminish
pain and other symptoms. The
purpose of this care option is to achieve a generally
subluxation-free state (corrected spinal structure
mostly free of critical nervous system interference). This
involves a return toward body balance and the creation
of some stability. It will begin to release
the blocked flow of energy and information communication
through the body. This is somewhat like clearing the
debris from a stream permitting stagnant pools to be
refreshed.
This is the beginning
of the journey to healing, back toward the natural
state of wholeness. This
care will often begin to make increased energy,
vitality and enthusiasm available. It will
also commonly initiate the process of liberation
from anxiety and depression. This can occur
because the flow of chemicals associated with positive
emotions is facilitated.
The basic correction phase of spinal care
can be compared to the braces phase of orthodontics. The
focus is upon structural and functional correction
versus band-aid relief of pain. Pain relief will naturally
follow correction of the cause. Over twenty years of
experience has led me to conclude that the approach
that provides only a few pain management treatments
doesn’t serve the ultimate health needs of my
patients. It can lull people into assuming they are
well when only the edge of pain is off.
Our work differs from
orthodontics in several ways. The
process is much shorter, much less expensive, and we
don’t hook corrective gear on your body. Possibly
the most important difference is that orthodontic care
is most often for visual cosmetic purposes. This
is in contrast to spinal/nervous system correction
having whole body/whole life health ramifications.
 The Basic Correction
requires very frequent adjustments (since we don’t
have braces to attach) for a minimum of six weeks. Re-examinations
highlighted by the computerized nervous system assessments
are conducted at the three and six week points to verify
progress toward correction. It is possible in difficult
cases following injuries or when the condition has
been longstanding with degenerative changes that the
corrective phase can last up to several months. The
healing process and time frame expectations are uniquely
individual and must be evaluated case by case.
The basic correction is completed when the
following occurs: Initial pain or other
symptoms are eliminated or at least significantly reduced and the
objective measurements of subluxation (spinal misalignment
coupled with nervous system interference) have been
mostly resolved.
The Initial Office Visit:
We begin with a personal consultation with
Dr. Norton to determine your individual needs and health
goals. This is followed by a thorough
evaluation taking your entire spine and nervous system
into account and not simply your areas of chief complaint. We
often locate disturbances that others have missed that
can hold the key to successful health restoration.
The central diagnostic
elements are the computerized nervous system assessment
and precision biomechanical x-rays to determine
areas of subluxation and functional compromise. Initial
educational information is provided for home review
in anticipation of the second visit. The intake
history form can be downloaded from this site and
completed prior to the first visit, which shortens
the in-office paperwork time. Click
here to download the history form.
The Second Office Visit:
 This session begins with a brief preparatory educational
video followed by a complete relating of examination
findings by Dr. Norton. This is correlated with
your stated complaints, concerns, and health goals. Dr.
Norton explains the significance of your condition
and his anticipated ability to assist in facilitating
your recovery and healing. He then explains in
depth the two game plan options for your consideration. If
you choose to work with us to achieve your goals, then
care is initiated at this time.
Approximately three weeks into the basic correction
program, a specific home exercise and rehabilitation
regimen is demonstrated and provided to advance and
expedite healing.
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would like to discuss your specific situation with
us to see if we might be able to help, then please
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Option #2 Advanced Health Restoration
Care
Once a temporary correction has been achieved,
then the option is available to continue spinal/nervous
system care on a reduced frequency basis (approx. 1-4
adjustments per month, as needed and desired). The
focus is upon health restoration at a deeper level. This
is like retainers on teeth after the braces are removed
in the orthodontic analogy.
 This approach option
prevents strong longstanding patterns from returning,
especially as new life stresses occur. It stabilizes the correction and
protects your health investment. This
phase promotes deeper soft tissue restoration and higher
levels of nervous system reintegration thus optimizing
your health potential. Re-examinations continue to
be conducted at twelve visit intervals to measure ongoing
improvement or changes with new injuries and high stress
phases of life.
It is during the months to years of regular intermittent
care that the most powerful examples of healing
from various illnesses and diseases have been observed. This
is also when the most significant enhancements of performance
and bodymind well being are noted. How long
you choose to benefit from advanced wellness chiropractic
care is always up to you.
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Speaking and Educational Programs
The word doctor comes from Latin meaning teacher. I
am a passionate learner and take my role as a teacher
very seriously. My mission as a doctor is to
help set free as many people as possible to live a
high level quality of life. Education
through writing and speaking is a joy to me, and a
key element in accomplishing this purpose.
In-Office Education
Free Orientations and Classes Taught by Dr.
Norton.
An orientation
to the basic corrective care option entitled “Beginning the Journey to Healing” is
offered twice a month on various evenings
from 6:30 – 7:30. This is for new patients
and their families as well as guests interested in
learning about our specialized approach to healing
and enhancing peak performance. A complimentary
consultation and computerized nervous system stress
assessment are offered to guests and family members.
An advanced
wellness program entitled “Restoring
Health at the Deepest Levels” is offered primarily
to patients to assist decision-making as they consider
continuing care beyond the basic correction. This
class discusses research confirming the value of ongoing
care for enhanced quality of life. Additional,
periodic special topic health classes are also offered
and sometimes include guest speakers.
Patient Lending Library
An extension of our
commitment to patient education is our continually
expanding collection of books, tapes and articles on
a variety of health and personal development topics. These
are available for patients to check-out as resources
for lifestyle upgrades that support and expand healing
and growth. This is a unique collection including
some rare items. The subjects cover a broad range of
interests. Some of them include: alternative views
on vaccination and cancer, healthy diets, stress, and
menopause. Others focus upon personal and business
development, psychology, neurology and quantum science.
Public Speaking and Community Education
Dr. Norton has been delivering keynote speeches
and various educational programs for businesses and
professional organizations for many years.
This is an extension of his Wellness Communication
Strategies business. He speaks on a broad variety of
health, personal development and relationship topics.
He has addressed the Fresno Women’s Network,
Fresno Junior League, and Gottschalks department stores
among many others.
 Dr. Norton speaks monthly to the Central
Valley Professionals as part of the California Employment
Development Department. The program is entitled: “ Stress-Who
Needs It?” This is an inspiring and empowering
program flowing from his personal experience and filled
with practical perspective and strategies for victory.
Dr. Norton is available to present this program for
your business or organization. Following are comments
from a few audience members:
“Dr. Norton’s insightful
views of life stresses influencing health and success were
challenging…enjoyable, mixed with realism, humor
and easily implemented principles.”
M.A.-Registered Nurse
“Very interesting and
innovative. Dr. Norton’s
passion and knowledge made the experience fascinating
and life-changing.”
C.L.-Registered
Nurse
“We were enriched.
He is a positive
and dynamic speaker…easy to understand
with useful information for everyday life.”
D.L
and S.L.-Engineer and Homemaker
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here if you would like to learn more about Dr. Norton’s
speaking availability.
Behavioral Style and Personal Interests, Attitudes,
and Values Assessments and Workshops
Dr. Norton
is a certified behavioral style and values analysis
expert. He is accredited through CME (Chiropractic
Mentoring Experience) in the work of Bill Bonnstetter
and Target Training International. The DISC and Values
assessments are powerful tools for business and personal
development. Dr. Norton has conducted countless assessments
for individuals and couples seeking personal growth
and relationship insights.
He has
worked with businesses and organizations by providing
these tools for guidance in employee hiring and position
placement. He also
conducts workshops focused upon teambuilding, executive
and employee development, etc. Dr. Norton’s approach
and these tools can transform your business and personal
relationships. There is a broad range of options from
simple, inexpensive assessments to large business workshops.
:: If
you would like to discuss the available possibilities
then click here.
:: Now
that you know more about our many services and health
care options, read our Case
Studies of individuals whose lives have
been powerfully impacted through our work.
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