• Chiropractic
• Massage Therapy
• Physical Rehabilitation Therapy

services provided at the two, friendly American Chiropractic and Rehabilitation offices in Jacksonville, Florida

• the Southside / Baymeadows Chiropractic office
• the Jacksonville Beaches Chiropractic office

If you have a question about our American Chiropractic Services, please Contact Us.

His American Chiropractic practice, has 2 convenient locations in Jacksonville, Florida – one in the Jacksonville Beach / Ponte Vedra area and the other in the Baymeadows / Southside area.

Please visit the American Chiropractic about page for more information.

That interesting noise actually results from the healing, therapeutic treatment.

Dr. A. J. Hunziker of American Chiropractic and Rehabilitation explains that popping sound in his educational video.

Just watch our video and listen as Dr. A. J. Hunziker of American Chiropractic explains how his Clinic maintains the highest standards of patient care,

• taking the time to listen and properly diagnose each of their patients,
• and then prescribe the appropriate treatment plan to ensure your progress to improvement and an active rehabilitation plan.

From birth to learning how to walk, children’s bodies are exposed to traumatic events. In some cases an adjustment can help the child elevate pain, avoid infections, and develop healthy motor skills.

There were an assortment of attractions, with a rock climbing wall, a dunk booth for some of the more daring teachers, and American Chiropractic team brought their positive message to the Family Fun Fest, providing FREE, 5 minute therapeutic massages to many attendees.  It was a great opportunity to be involved in the community, support better education for our children, and introduce people to the natural, chiropractic methods for better health and pain relief.  American Chiropractic also donated a 30 minute massage for the Silent Auction, and held an in-booth raffle, giving away another 30 minute massage and a bottle of BIOFREEZE.  Family Fun Fest vendors (including Woody’s Bar-B-Q, Tropical Smoothie, Bruster’s Ice Cream, Cupcake Heaven 77, and Larry’s Giant Subs #156) contributed 10% of the day’s sales to the school.

The 2012 Mandarin Oaks Elementary Family Fun Fest was a great success.  Mandarin Oaks Elementary PTA thanked the American Chiropractic team, and each and everyone of the participants for their time and effort in contributing to a great day for the students at Mandarin Oaks Elementary.

Chiropractors are capable of adjusting the spine and extremities when necessary to restore proper biomechanics and help injuries heal faster and more complete. Usually athletes seek sports medicine care once they have been injured. If injuries are bad enough it may require invasive procedures. Having a chiropractor on your health care team can be a wise adjunct to help the athlete excel.

Ten years ago it was commonplace to see physical therapy and orthopedics and athletic trainers as primary pieces of a sports medicine staff but  nearly unheard of to have a chiropractor working with a sports medicine team on a professional level. Ten years ago I was fortunate enough to be one of the co-founders of the United States Sports Chiropractic Federation. Our mission was to do just that- help the other health care professionals see the value of having a sports chiropractor.

Now nearly every team in the four major sports has a chiropractor as some part of the team. Sports chiropractic has evolved to the point where athletic trainers and medical staff has come to appreciate the unique talents a chiropractor can bring to the sports medicine environment.

Posted by Dr. Ron Spallone; read more at denverchiropractor.com/

As shared in a recent article by Dr. David Jockers for Natural News, the benefits of chiropractic care continue to be proven in scientific studies.

The nervous system and immune system are hardwired and work together to create optimal responses for the body to adapt and heal appropriately. Neural dysfunctions due to spinal misalignments are stressful to the body and cause abnormal changes that lead to a poorly coordinated immune response. Chiropractic adjustments have been shown to boost the coordinated responses of the nervous system and immune system.

Subluxation is the term for misalignments of the spine that cause compression and irritation of nerve pathways affecting organ systems of the body. Subluxations are an example of physical nerve stress that affects neuronal control. According to researchers, such stressful conditions lead to altered measures of immune function & increased susceptibility to a variety of diseases.
Wellness based chiropractors analyze the spine for subluxations and give corrective adjustments to reduce the stress on the nervous system. A 1992 research group found that when a thoracic adjustment was applied to a subluxated area the white blood cell (neutrophil) count collected rose significantly.

To read the complete article, please visit: “Chiropractic boosts immunity”, by: Dr. David Jockers, in naturalnews.com

Back pain or discomfort is common during pregnancy and should be expected to some degree by most women.

Back pain may be experienced during any point of your pregnancy; however, it most commonly occurs later in the pregnancy as the weight of the baby increases. Back pain can disrupt your daily routine or interfere with a good night of sleep. The good news is there are steps you can take to manage the back pain that you experience.

How common is back pain during pregnancy?

You are not alone if you are experiencing back pain during your pregnancy.  The prevalence varies with reports, showing between 50 to 70 percent of all pregnant women having back pain.

What causes back pain during pregnancy?

Back pain during pregnancy is related to a number of factors. Some women begin to experience lower back pain with the onset of pregnancy.  Women who are most at risk for back pain are those who are overweight or had back pain prior to pregnancy. Here is a list of potential causes of back pain or discomfort during pregnancy:

• Increase of hormones – hormones released during pregnancy allow ligaments in the pelvic area to soften and the joints to become looser in preparation for the birthing process of your baby; this shift in joints and loosening of ligaments may affect the support your back normally experiences
• Center of gravity – your center of gravity will gradually move forward as your uterus and baby grow, which causes your posture to change
• Additional weight – your developing pregnancy and baby create additional weight that your back must support
• Posture or position – poor posture, excessive standing, and bending over can trigger or escalate the pain you experience in your back
• Stress – stress usually finds the weak spot in the body, and because of the changes in your pelvic area, you may experience an increase in back pain during stressful periods of your pregnancy

How can you prevent or minimize back pain during pregnancy?

Back pain may not be prevented completely, but there are things that you can do to reduce the severity or frequency. Here are a few steps you can take to help reduce the back pain you are experiencing:

• Use exercises approved by your health care provider that support and help strengthen the back and abdomen
• Squat to pick up something versus bending over
• Avoid high heels and other shoes that do not provide adequate support
• Avoid sleeping on your back
• Wear a support belt under your lower abdomen
• Make sure your back is aligned using a chiropractor
• Get plenty of rest.
• Elevating your feet is also good for your back

Contact American Chiropractic to make an appointment to relieve back pain with Dr. Hunziker.

To read the rest of Dr. Ken Whidden’s article, please visit the Emerald Coast Chiropractic website.

An article by the University of Maryland Medical Center states:

CTS [Carpal Tunnel Syndrome] is commonly treated by chiropractors. The methods most chiropractors use to treat CTS include manipulation of the wrist, elbow, and upper spine, ultrasound therapy, and wrist supports. Two studies support the use of chiropractic treatment for CTS.

In the first study, 25 individuals diagnosed with CTS reported significant improvements in several measures of strength, range of motion, and pain after receiving chiropractic treatment. Most of these improvements were maintained for at least 6 months.

A second study compared the effects of chiropractic care with conservative medical care (wrist supports and ibuprofen) among 91 people with CTS. Both groups experienced significant improvement in nerve function, finger sensation, and comfort. The researchers concluded that chiropractic treatment and conservative medical care are equally effective for people with CTS.

If you suffer from Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, or other disorders like back pain, neck pain, pain in the joints of the arms or legs, and headaches, please make an appointment to see Dr. Hunziker.  He will evaluate your condition and recommend the proper treatment.

To read the full article about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, please visit the University of Maryland Medical Center website.