Dr. Spell is a 1969 graduate of the Lincoln College School of Chiropractic in Indianapolis, Indiana, where he completed the four year program. His prechiropractic education was completed at Gardner-Webb College. He graduated with certifications in physiotherapy and x-ray. In 1995, he gained certification in acupuncture from the New York College of Chiropractic. He has had extensive post-graduate education in spinal biomechanics, physiotherapy, x-ray, and chiropractic technique. He is a member of the American Chiropractic Association, The North Carolina Chiropractic Association, and The Foundation for Chiropractic Education & Research.

What Is Chiropractic?

Spinal mechanics, including the vertebrae, corresponding nerves, muscles, and ligaments, play a primary role in the health of the whole body. Physical injury, repetitive motions, emotional stress, or chemical imbalance may not allow the spine to move properly within its normal range of motion. Spinal dysfunction can cause irritation to the delicate nerve tissue.

The primary treatment of chiropractic is spinal manipulation (frequently called an adjustment.) An adjustment is a gentle technique in which the chiropractor applies pressure by hand to a specific bone that has lost the ability to bend forward, bend backward, rotate to each side, or laterally bend to each side. The pressure is applied quickly and only in the direction that the bone has lost its normal movement. This allows the joint to regain normal movement by realigning the injured soft tissue (muscles, ligaments, and other connective tissue) fibers. Regained joint mobility can then reduce nerve irritation and joint inflammation.

In addition to adjustments, patients at our office may also receive a treatment plan that includes physiological procedures such as ultrasound, electric muscle stimulation, diathermy, traction, acupuncture (without needles), supports, and controlled exercise.