Unlocking the Brain-Body Connection: How We Use Neurological Scans to Guide Your Care
When most people think of chiropractic care, they think of back pain or neck stiffness. But what we do goes far beyond that—our real focus is on the nervous system, the master control system that connects your brain to your entire body.
At Clear Connections, we use advanced technology to look inside and measure how well your nervous system is functioning. These scans don’t just show us what hurts—they show us why it’s happening and how your body is handling stress.
Let’s break down the three main types of scans we use and what they tell us:
Heart Rate Variability (HRV): Your Body’s Stress Thermostat
HRV looks at how your body adapts to stress. It’s like a window into how balanced your nervous system is. A healthy HRV means your body is flexible, adaptable, and able to shift between “go mode” and “rest mode” with ease. A low HRV? That means your body may be stuck in survival mode.
💡 Think of it like this: If your nervous system were a car, HRV would tell us whether your engine is revving too high, or not starting at all.
EMG: Measuring Muscle Tension Along the Spine
EMG scans show how much energy your muscles are using to support your spine. High or uneven muscle activity can indicate tension, compensation, or nerve interference—all signs that your body is working harder than it should.
💡 Imagine your muscles are shouting—EMG helps us “hear” where the noise is coming from.
Thermal Scanning: Spotting Nerve Imbalance
This scan looks at temperature changes along your spine, helping us locate where your body might be out of balance. These temperature differences often point to miscommunications in your autonomic nervous system—the part that controls things like digestion, heart rate, and immune function.
💡 When there’s a disconnect in nerve communication, thermal scans help us find the “silent signals.”
The Big Picture: It’s About Clarity and Connection
Each of these scans tells part of the story. But when we combine them, we get a full picture of how your brain and body are working together (or not). This helps us tailor care specifically to what your body needs—so you’re not just feeling better, but functioning better, too.
If you’re curious about your own nervous system health—or wondering why you’re feeling off but can’t explain why—these scans are a great place to start.
📅 Ready to get scanned and see what your body’s really saying? Book your appointment today—we’re here to help you reconnect and thrive.