The Destructive D’s
The D’s represent biological and neurological processes that describe situations deviating from healthy ranges. For instance, Dysregulation describes a process where the regulation of glands and organs is out of sync and underperforming. However, the most damaging of the D’s occur in neurological processes, with Dysafferentation being the worst of the worst.
Dysafferentation refers to distorted afferent neurological signals that travel from the body to the brain through conflicted pathways. These distorted signals trigger less-than-optimal responses from the brain back to the body. This “Garbage in, Garbage out” effect highlights the critical role of clear communication within the nervous system. On the flip side, the chiropractic adjustment offers a powerful opposite: “Good in, Good out.” Through the adjustment, a cascade of positive neurological signals is released, rewriting conflicted pathways and reorganizing brain-based communication.
Measuring the Destructive D’s with INSiGHT Scanning Technologies
Today’s advanced technologies, like the INSiGHT scanning systems by CLA, have made it possible to measure and track the impact of these Destructive D’s and confirm the presence of Vertebral Subluxations. Each of the D’s—Dysafferentation, Dysponesis, Dysautonomia, and Dyskinesia —can be objectively measured using different INSiGHT instruments, making invisible neurology visible and trackable.
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Dysafferentation: The INSiGHT neuroPULSE measures Heart Rate Variability (HRV) and provides a window into how well the body’s nervous system is adapting to stress, directly reflecting the presence of dysafferentation. By measuring the balance and activity within the ANS, a patient’s adaptive reserve can be evaluated. HRV is a powerful metric that highlights the overall adaptability of the nervous system and its ability to regulate itself under various conditions.
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Dysponesis: Dysponesis is characterized by abnormal, involuntary neuromuscular activity, which can be measured using the INSiGHT neuroCORE measuring surface electromyography (sEMG). This scan captures these covert errors in energy expenditure, providing a visual representation of how subluxations disrupt normal motor neurological function.
- Dysautonomia:
The autonomic nervous system’s role in regulating bodily functions can be compromised by dysautonomia. The INSiGHT neuroTHERMAL scan measures skin temperature differentials, offering insights into the state of regional autonomic function and revealing patterns of neurological compensations that correlate with vertebral subluxations.
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Dyskinesia: This refers to altered spinal movement, which is present in all definitions of the subluxation. Dyskinesia is more than just a physical limitation; it reflects neurological interference that affects the entire body. The INSiGHT spineROM, a dual inclinometer, is designed to measure motion in each spinal region and is an excellent tool when managing injury and disability cases.
Bringing It All Together
The combination of the D’s drives the science behind the philosophy and art that distinguish chiropractic as an authentic, unique, and powerful healthcare profession. The ability to measure these D’s with precision technologies like the INSiGHT scanning systems ensures that every patient, from newborns to seniors, receives a comprehensive and objective evaluation. This not only enhances care but also reinforces the vital role chiropractic plays in long-term health and well-being.
Stay tuned as I dig a little deeper in a 4 Part, Destructive D’s series and show how today’s scanning technologies make invisible neurology visible and trackable.
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