Chiropractic
Chiropractic is an approach to health care that places emphasis on improving and maintaining structural integrity of the body without the use of drugs and surgery. The chiropractic approach to human health is based on the premise that the relationship between structure and function in the human body is a significant health factor and that relationships between the spinal column and the nervous system can contribute to the disease process over time. Chiropractic care gives special attention to spinal mechanics, musculoskeletal, neurological, vascular and nutritional relationships with the body as a whole. Chiropractic is a natural, drugless and non-surgical approach to health, however our chiropractic physicians readily refer to medical physicians when medical intervention is indicated.

Physical Rehabilitation
Physical rehabilitation is the development of exercise protocols and processes that assist the body in returning to a more normal state of health. Whether you are young, old, male, female, big or small, if you are experiencing some form of ‘dis-ease’ (pain or poor health) then you will benefit from exercises.

At Ocean View Health our focus is on core strength and flexibility. Individual exercise prescription is administered to all our patients to speed the healing process and to stabilize the problematic areas.

Active Release Technique
Active Release Technique(ART) is a state of the art soft tissue treatment system/ movement based massage technique that treats problems with muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia and nerves. Headaches, back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, shin splints, shoulder pain, sciatica, plantar fasciitis, knee problems, and tennis elbow are just a few of the many conditions that can be resolved quickly and permanently with ART. Every ART session is actually a combination of examination and treatment. There are over 500 different treatment protocols that allow the doctor to identify and correct the specific problems that are affecting each individual patient. ART is not a cookie cutter treatment approach and the patient plays an active role in the treatment. Dr. Fierro is the only ART certified doctor in Jacksonville Beach.

Acupuncture
Acupuncture is among the oldest healing practices in the world. It has been practiced in China and other Asian countries for thousands of years. It is based on the concept that disease results from disruption in the flow of the body’s natural energy or qi (pronounced chee). Acupuncture is used to aid healing by restoring the flow of qi and yin-yang balance. Acupuncture works by stimulating specific points called ‘acupoints’ on the body by a variety of techniques including the insertion of very thin, solid, metallic needles, electrical stimulation, manual pressure and laser beam.

Manipulation Under Anesthesia
Manipulation under anesthesia (MUA) is a non-invasive, highly specialized technique performed by specially trained chiropractic physicians. After medical clearance, the patient is sedated to achieve a state of relaxation. This state of relaxation allows the doctor to complete a series of adjustments and stretching movements without patient apprehension or muscle congestion. The results for properly selected patients are phenomenal. The procedure itself is performed in a surgical center with a board certified anesthesiologist, our MUA certified chiropractic physicians, a nurse anesthetist and a highly trained support staff to ensure the safest, most effective results possible. Dr. Fierro and Dr. Rhodes are both MUA certified.”