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Pulstar: Chiropractic Science at it's Best
The PulStar is used as an analysis tool as well as a treatment modality
using precisely controlled, low force, multiple impulse and gentle joint mobilization.
How It Works
In the analysis mode, the PulStar tests each vertebra by generating a gentle mechanical impulse (light tap) and
uses a sensor in the impulse head to measure each vertebra’s resistance to the impulses.
When all vertebra are moving normally, their resistance is fairly equal. But if some vertebrae are restricted in
motion (fixation/subluxated), their resistance to the impulse is higher than the resistance of normally moving
vertebrae. Normal movement of each and every spinal joint is considered to be essential to good spinal function.
Once a joint is determined to be fixated, the PulStar may also be used to give small, gentle, mechanical thrusts
into the restricted joint to help breakup fixation, relieve muscle spasm and restore normal joint mobility.
In some cases, a series of these treatments may be necessary to obtain maximum benefits. Precision and gentleness
are the key notes to the PulStar System’s popularity and appeal.
Pulstar Q&A
Will the PulStar Treatment hurt?
If you are in extreme pain, almost any intervention may cause some temporary discomfort. However, most patients
find both analysis and treatment with the PulStar produces a pleasant sensation and many patients prefer the
PulStar treatment and analysis to more aggressive manual adjustments.
What do the PulStar computer graphs mean?
The PulStar measures the resistance to movement of the spinal joints (or other joints) we may test. Joint
resistance is displayed as a bar graph-with each bar representing a vertebrae that has been tested. We use the
results of the PulStar analysis along with other assessments such as posture, temperature, x-ray, patient
history etc. to determine if and when to adjust your spinal or other joint structures.
In addition to just telling you that you have a problem and that the problem is being taken care of, the PulStar
analysis graphs enable your doctor to show you accurately why and where the treatment takes place as well as the
effects of your treatment (after the treatment is given).
Are there any side effects?
The PulStar is very gentle, but in very rare cases people who bruise easily and suffer from capillary fragility
may experience very slight bruising or soreness following the treatment. Should this happen to you, please let
your doctor know so that the amount of thrust pressure can be even further reduced on subsequent visits.
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