Words of Wellness

by Dr. Stacey Raya

Chiropractic Adjustments

More and more people are seeking alternatives to medication for pain relief. A chiropractic adjustment, also known as spinal manipulation, is a common therapeutic procedure in which chiropractors use their hands or a small instrument to apply a controlled, quick gentle force to a spinal joint. Chiropractic adjustments aim to increase range of motion, reduce nerve irritability, and improve function. It is very effective for treating a variety of ailments and conditions. Those suffering from neck pain, tennis elbow, scoliosis, fibromyalgia, lower back pain, balance issues, and TMJ can find much-needed relief. In addition, chiropractic adjustments correct poor posture, a precursor of future spinal problems.

The only way to know if you are a candidate for chiropractic treatment is by consulting with a Raya Clinic Chiropractor for a complete clinical assessment. If you are not a candidate for chiropractic care, or if you require medical treatment beyond the scope of chiropractic, you will be referred to the appropriate specialist or practitioner. Please call 860-621-2225 to schedule an appointment. Our office is located at 200 Queen St., Southington. P.S. Chiropractic care may be a less expensive alternative to conventional care

Back in December, Madancy offered a precautionary description of what a cancellation would entail versus an anticipated delay. “In tomorrow’s instance,” he wrote on Dec. 22, “the reason we would be canceling instead of delaying is due to the already scheduled shortened day. State law requires at least 3 ½ hours of school in session for the day to count and a combination of delay and dismissal would not meet the minimum. As for the drop in temperatures in the afternoon, the early dismissal will have all our buses off the roads by 2:00 p.m. which is ahead of the forecasted temperature drop thus avoiding any flash freeze potential for staff, buses, and families. In closing, please remember that while the district makes decisions around operations and school schedules, the ultimate decision of whether to allow your children to drive, or if it is safe to attend, is always a decision left to each family based on conditions on your particular roadways and neighborhoods as circumstances can vary across town. Let’s hope this simply turns into a windy rain event with the day proceeding as planned with an early dismissal.”