The Chiropractic Standpoint: A Universe Within
“The Chiropractic Standpoint is the biggest movement that has ever been started in the history of the world.” — B.J. Palmer, 1911 Green Book
Our perception of our physiology and the world around us is influenced both by how we understand something to be true and what we choose to do for the internal operating system that coordinates perception and awareness.
The Neurological System: The Body’s Operating System
Let’s discuss the roles and responsibilities of the neurological system.
The neurological system coordinates well-being by generating sensory, motive, and trophic forces. These forces refer to energy or potential action within the physiology.
This system interprets information through sensory fibers, moves tissues and organs via motive fibers, and supplies energy to trillions of cells to sustain life. B.J. Palmer emphasized the chiropractic profession’s impact on health due to the central role the neurological system plays in coordinating wellness.
A Universe of Communication
The estimated number of neurons in the human brain rivals the number of stars in the Milky Way. Each nerve cell connects to others through 10¹⁴ synapses, where information is exchanged.
This constant communication is designed to reach the cortex for interpretation, enabling cognitive decisions that support physiological balance.
The Six Sensory Pathways
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Vision
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Hearing
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Taste
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Touch
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Smell
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Proprioception
These sensory systems allow awareness of the world inside and out. Being in tune with your internal state is a crucial part of a high quality of life.
Chiropractic and the Neurological System
Chiropractic adjustments help restore proper alignment in the spine, which protects the neurological system. Proper spinal integrity supports the body’s innate recuperative power and enhances the communication needed for function and healing.
This “Innate Intelligence,” a core chiropractic principle, allows your body to organize trillions of cells to function as a unified whole. It’s this concept that B.J. Palmer called revolutionary in science.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Trent Scheidecker, DC | ChiroWay of Woodbury | Owner & Chiropractor
Trent Scheidecker, DC, began receiving chiropractic care in high school and quickly realized its lifelong benefits. He founded ChiroWay in 2010 and has since served over 3,000 clients. A seven-time “Best of Woodbury” winner, Trent continues to mentor chiropractors and expand the ChiroWay network, now at eight locations across Minnesota.
