Abbott Chiropractic

Experience the precision of the Activator Method to reduce or remove nervous system interference. This gentle technique addresses joint dysfunction, improving energy, nerve flow, and your body's ability to heal naturally.

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About

Dr. Bridget Abbott, D.C., utilizes advanced chiropractic techniques to promote health and well-being. Her primary technique, the Activator Method, delivers gentle and precise adjustments using a handheld instrument, without any twisting, popping, or cracking. Along with Activator technique, she incorporates craniosacral therapy to stimulate cellular repair and to restore balance and vitality.She graduated as salutatorian with clinical honors from Life Chiropractic College West and holds a B.S. in Biology from Westmont College. Before pursuing chiropractic, she worked in healthcare as a project manager. She enjoys swimming, hiking, and listening to far too many podcasts (recommendations welcome!).

Services

Initial Visit
$150
For first-time patients. This visit includes a specific chiropractic exam and adjustment.

Chiropractic Adjustment
$50
A specific chiropractic adjustment to reduce or remove misalignments in the spine or other joints to clear the nervous system, increase mobility, and restore proper function.

Report of Findings
$50
On the second visit, we review the results of your examination. A personalized care plan is recommended, focusing on the health of your spine and nervous system. This visit includes a specific chiropractic adjustment.

Re-exam
$100
Please book if it has been 6 months since your last visit. This visit includes a specific chiropractic exam and adjustment.

FAqs

Do you accept insurance?

Abbott Chiropractic accepts Medicare Part B only. While the practice doesn't work directly with other insurance providers and isn't part of any insurance networks, reasonable rates are offered, and a commitment to excellent care for you and your family is paramount. Superbills are provided for those with out-of-network insurance to assist with reimbursement. FSA and HSA cards are also accepted for your convenience.

What is the Activator Method?

The Activator Method is a gentle, instrument-based chiropractic technique designed to identify and correct areas where communication pathways between the brain and body are disrupted.This method uses a unique leg check as a diagnostic tool to pinpoint precisely where an adjustment is needed, and equally important, where it's not. The focus is on addressing primary areas of neurological disconnect, rather than secondary or compensatory issues.With the patient lying face down, the practitioner applies gentle pressure or introduces specific movements to various joints. With each movement, subtle changes in leg length indicate imbalances or misalignments in your spine and other body structures that need attention. This is essentially a neurological check, assessing the optimal function of the brain-to-body communication.You can think of it like an electrical circuit: if the circuit is clear, movement won't disrupt the connection. However, if there's interference, movement will temporarily create a leg-length difference, similar to a short circuit between the brain and the body.To restore clear communication and reduce this interference, the Activator Method utilizes a handheld instrument. This device delivers a controlled, quick, and low-force impulse to specific points in the spine or joints in the extremities. By reducing or removing this interference, your nervous system can then operate at its highest capacity.

What are the benefits of increased brain-to-body communication?

• Improved Movement and Coordination: Clearer signals between the brain and muscles lead to better control, balance, and coordination, which is crucial for everything from athletic performance to everyday tasks and preventing falls.• Faster Healing and Recovery: When the brain effectively communicates with injured tissues, it optimizes the healing process. This can lead to quicker recovery from injuries and surgeries.• Better Pain Management: A strong brain-body connection allows for more effective processing and modulation of pain signals, potentially reducing chronic pain and enhancing the body's natural pain-relief mechanisms (e.g., endorphin release).• Optimized Organ Function: The brain regulates all bodily systems, including digestion, circulation, immune response, and hormone production. Improved communication supports the optimal function of these vital organs, contributing to overall health.• Stronger Immune System: The brain and immune system are intricately linked. Better communication can lead to a more robust immune response, helping the body fight off infections and illnesses more effectively.• Improved Sleep Quality: When the brain and body are in harmony, it's easier to relax, reduce physical tension, and achieve restful sleep.• Reduced Stress and Anxiety: A well-connected mind and body can better recognize and respond to stress signals. This allows for earlier intervention (e.g., deep breathing, mindfulness) to counteract and manage stress more effectively, reducing cortisol levels.• Enhanced Emotional Regulation: By being more attuned to bodily sensations, individuals can better understand their emotional responses and develop healthier coping mechanisms. This can lead to improved emotional stability and resilience.• Increased Self-Awareness: A strong mind-body connection fosters a deeper understanding of how emotions and environmental triggers manifest physically, leading to greater self-insight and informed choices about habits and reactions.• Improved Concentration and Mental Clarity: Optimal neurological communication supports cognitive functions like focus, attention, and information processing. This can lead to enhanced productivity and better problem-solving skills.• Enhanced Cognitive Function in General: Research suggests that maintaining a strong brain-body connection supports neuroplasticity (the brain's ability to rewire itself), enhancing memory and learning.

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Abbott Chiropractic
425 El Pintado Rd Ste 155
Danville, CA 94526

When turning off El Cerro onto El Pintado, you will immediately turn left. The entrance is a small bridge that blends into its surroundings. The suite is located inside of Darby Plaza.

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(925) 272-8286

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