Thermography
What is Thermography?
Thermography is a safe, painless, and reliable test that measures the infrared heat emitted from the body’s surface; without the use of radiation. Unlike many other tests, Thermography is unique in that it displays how the nervous system is functioning. Since the health of the nervous system can determine the health of the body, this examination provides critical information which is vital to your care.
The process is based on a precise analysis of the bodies’ surface temperature along the spine. Differences in temperature between opposite sides of the spine are compared to established normal values in the same way blood tests are. The significance of these temperature differences indicates the presence of abnormal nervous system function.
In less than 15 seconds the Tytron can be used to find these areas of asymmetry as well as indicate areas that may be warm due to acute soft tissue damage. Colder regions may indicate long term chronic issues. The Tytron Paraspinal Thermal Scanner utilizes precision sensors, specialty lenses and unique focusing barrels. The Tytron takes multiple temperature readings along the spine starting from your low back to the upper neck region. The scanner rolls up your spine while performing this painless test. It can be completed on patients ranging from infants to the older generation.
Why do Chiropractors use it?
The focus of chiropractic care is proper nervous system function. Since the nervous system controls and coordinates every function in the body, normal nervous system function becomes the core reason for good health. These nerves run from the brain, down the spinal column, and affect various organs throughout the body including your eyes, ears, lungs, kidneys, skin and even your heart.
Chiropractic focuses on a specific condition that robs the body of normal nerve impulses.
This condition is called spinal subluxation. The subluxation is defined as an abnormal positioning and/or mechanical function of the spine that interferes with the normal functioning of the nervous system.
By using the Tytron and comparing differences in temperature between opposite sides of the spine and comparing them to established normal values, a chiropractor can make important decisions about the health of your nervous system and what care may be needed. The results of these tests are readily available to discuss and view.
These sample images show how Thermography is used to detect when your nervous system is malfunctioning and when it has been restored by proper care.
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Abnormal ScanThermographic image taken before care showing many areas of abnormal nervous system function. |
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Normal ScanThermographic image taken after care showing normalization of nervous system function. |