Posted by the author on December 29th, 2007
It has been my experience that people know more about their cars than they do about their bodies! We bring our car in for the 3000-mile oil change. Rotate the tires, check all the fluids, and get it “detailed”. We don’t argue with our mechanic when he tells us that we need to spend $300 for a few little adjustments that could turn into major problem if left undone.
When we buy our car we pour over the Owner’s Manual. But, most people have never even glanced at the “Owner’s Manual” for our bodies – an anatomy book. Most people don’t have any idea how a joint moves, what is the mechanism that brings our hand to our shoulder, or turns our heads. We expect it to work flawlessly without ever doing anything to flush away built-up toxins. In fact, most people aren’t even aware that toxins build up, never mind needing to be flushed out.
It amazes me when someone is in pain, barely able to stand up straight or turn his or her head without pain. Yet, when it is suggested that they see a deep muscle therapist to release the strains placed on the bones, their first comment is “does insurance pay for this?” And, when the answer is “no” they just walk away…
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