Our Austin Chiropractic Care Utilizes Advanced and Effective Methods

If you are struggling to manage chronic pain or heal after an injury, it’s natural to be frustrated with traditional medical care. Prescription medication can only temporarily relieve pain, and invasive surgeries often create additional health problems and pose many additional risks. At Whitehead Chiropractic, we believe that there is a better, safer way to manage pain and get healthy.

Our Austin chiropractor

Dr. Wendee Whitehead utilizes non-invasive chiropractic techniques, such as the Gonstead Technique and Upper Cervical Care. Dr. Whitehead is one of only several chiropractors in Austin to provide the effective and efficient Gonstead Technique to patients. Additionally, Dr. Whitehead is Board Certified in Rehabilitation and Strengthening, which enables her to create customized rehabilitation plans that help patients discover true relief. Dr. Whitehead is personally committed to diagnosing the source of her patients’ pain and implementing adjustments and corrective treatment to help patients not only find pain relief but regain functionality and mobility.

Austin Chiropractor Treats Leg Pain, Hip Pain, TMJ, Back Pain and a Range of Other Pain Conditions

A misalignment of the musculoskeletal system is an underlying cause for many types of body pain. An auto accident injury like whiplash, a pinched nerve or natural wear and tear on the body can lead chronic pain from misalignments in the spine. Chiropractic care focuses on restoring alignment to the musculoskeletal system and naturally relieves pain through advanced techniques such as Gonstead Technique and Orthospinology (upper cervical care). Whether you suffer foot pain due to plantar fasciitis or shoulder pain due to a herniated disc, Dr. Whitehead can help you find true relief with less treatment time.

Dr. Whitehead uses a variety of adjustment techniques including the Gonstead Technique, the  Thompson Terminal Point Technique and Activator Methods. The Gonstead Technique is a method that utilizes considerable testing and evaluation by Dr. Whitehead to determine the precise points that need adjustments and in what order to make the adjustments. This method is particularly effective in that it pinpoints the cause of hip pain, shoulder pain, leg pain, foot pain or other body pain and corrects it. Another advanced technique utilized by Dr. Whitehead is the Thompson Terminal Point Technique that requires a special table to reduce the amount of energy needed to adjust the body. This allows our chiropractor to use consistent low-force thrusts to precisely adjust the body. The Activator Method of treatment uses a small hand tool to provide focused and gentle adjustments that provide widespread pain relief. 

Dr. Whitehead also uses an advanced upper cervical procedure to help with conditions like high bood pressure, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Plantar Fasciitis, and TMJ (Temporal Mandibular Joint dysfunction), just to name a few. Upper Cervical Care (also called Orthospinology) centers adjustments on the upper two spinal vertebra (the Atlas and Axis). TMJ patients, seniors doubled over in pain, ADHD patients have all found immense results and relief through this type of treatment. Dr. Whitehead has personally experienced the dramatic results of this method of care, both in her own life and in the lives of her patients.
If you have sustained an injury or loss of mobility, Dr. Whitehead is able to utilize her advanced training in Rehabilitation and Strengthening to design a custom recovery plan for you. Dr. Whitehead will create rehabilitation plans using low-tech tools like foam rollers and stretching bands, which empower patients to complete their rehabilitation in the comfort of their own home or gym. Additionally, we offer Kinesio Taping, McKensie exercises, and other corrective exercises to maximize your relief and results. Dr. Whitehead also has extensive training in treating whiplash and auto accident injuries, which she utilizes in creating customized recovery plans for patients.

Beyond Rehabilitation: Living Well

Dr. Whitehead believes that each individual has unique nutrition requirements based on injury and wellness needs. Our nutrition counseling identifies the right balance of nutrients and supplements that are essential to promoting health for your body. Our recommendations are designed for long-term weight loss success and weight management, and can be tailored to individual preferences, such as a vegetarian or gluten-free diet.
Don't let pain or injury stop you from enjoying life. Our wellness center is conveniently located in the heart of Austin just off I-35 and north of Hyde Park. Call us today at 512-368-4960!