Total Body Modification
What is T.B.M?
How Does T.B.M. Work?
T.B.M. Research
Does Insurance Cover T.B.M.?
What is T.B.M?
T.B.M. (Total Body Modification) is a technique that is used to find the organ or area of the body that is stressed, determine why it is stressed and correct the problem by restoring balance to the nervous system.
In other words, while basic Chiropractic is used to correct the Structure and influence the function, T.B.M. corrects the Functional Physiology (how the body works) which may, in turn, influence structure. Both are essential to optimum health.
In the early days fo Chiropractic, the "old time Chiropractor" was not restricted or confused by "scientific proof" of what they were able to do. These old masters found a problem and corrected it, thereby, building the reputation of Chiropractic with their main philosophy being that the power that made the body, could correct the body.
T.B.M. has taken that philosophy and explored the possibilities inherent in the human body of self-regeneration. T.B.M. has demonstrated that if the right thing is done to the body at the right time and the right way, wonders can happen. By taking the techniques of the old Chiropractic masters and combining them with modern technology, T.B.M. ahs been able to duplicate the corrections and restoration to health that the old masters were able to do.
How Does T.B.M. Work?
The nervous system is composed of the Central Nervous System, which runs the voluntary function or movements and the Autonomic Nervous System which runs the involuntary functions of the body, such as heart beat, digestion, etc. Each of these systems are further divided into Sensory and Motor
Fibres.
The brain is the primary control for both branches of the nervous system. Sensory Fibres carry messages to the brain where they are processed, like a computer, and the brain in turn, tells the body what to do.
Research has proved that under sufficient stress, from any reason, the neurons in the brain centers which are controlling the stressed organ or body part essentially depolarize. This is like blowing a fuse on an electric circuit. The message gets to the brain but fails to return. The result is that the brain (computer) loses effective control over the afflicted organ or body part. This leaves the organ or body part running out of control.
Using tried and tested reflex points and muscle testing, the T.B.M. practitioner can find the problem. The practitioner will then stimulate a specific area or areas of the spine in a specific manner in an attempt to stimulate the neurons in the brain to repolarize (fix the fuse) and allow the brain to regain control of the body and guide it back to health. Since a correctly functioning nervous system is a major requirement for health, it follows that T.B.M. can have a part to play in almost any problem and uncover and correct the roadblocks to recovery.
T.B.M Research
At this point in time T.B.M. is able to test and optimize many body functions. Through the efforts of and thinking of many innovators within the Chiropractic profession, a body of knowledge and repeatable technical procedures has emerged to restore balance physiological malfunctions.
Over the years, scientific data has validated much of what began as a theory. But the results that have been attained have given the impetus, the confidence and the desire to find out more about how the body really works. Research is an ongoing activity in T.B.M. and each year brings new discoveries.
Does Insurance Cover T.B.M.?
Chances are "no". But, we will be happy to supply you with a receipt for you to submit in case your insurance will cover this remarkable service. Keep in mind that TBM is not a standard chiropractic technique and is therefore outside the "box" of what "they" are usually willing to cover. We hope in time that insurance will cover TBM just like it has for acupuncture and other holistic, natural forms of healthcare. However, we and other TBM doctors have found that this service is well worth the out-of-pocket expense because of its incredible results. We hope you will think so too!
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