On September 18, 1895 the first chiropractic adjustment was given by Dr. DD Palmer, a magnetic healer of the time, to Harvey Lillard. Mr. Lillard, a janitor in the Ryan building on the corner of Brady and 2nd Street in Davenport Iowa, was nearly totally deaf for 17 years. After the historic first adjustment, Harvey's hearing returned. This revelation, led Dr. Palmer to theorize that nerve interference from a spinal bone out of place was the cause of Harvey's hearing loss. He further postulated that returning the bone to a more normal position might help correct the problem. It was from this simple beginning that the chiropractic profession was born.
On this anniversary, it might be interesting to read the words of Dr. DD Palmer, the founder of chiropractic. We have presented them below.
"Harvey Lillard a janitor in the Ryan Block, where I had my office, had been so deaf for 17 years that he could not hear the racket of a wagon on the street or the ticking of a watch. I made inquiry as to the cause of his deafness and was informed that when he was exerting himself in a cramped, stooping position, he felt something give way in his back and immediately became deaf. An examination showed a vertebrae racked from its normal position. I reasoned that if that vertebra was replaced, the man's hearing should be restored. With this object in view, a half-hour's talk persuaded Mr. Lillard to allow me to replace it. I racked it into position by using the spinous process as a lever and soon the man could hear as before. There was nothing "accidental" about this, as it was accomplished with an object in view, and the result expected was obtained. There was nothing "crude" about this adjustment; it was specific, so much so that no Chiropractor has equaled it."
Help us to celebrate Chiropractic's birthday with birthday cake and other great activities September 13-17.
September 20th
Dinner with the Doctor
Part of our Mission is to give back to the community. Everyone deserves to be treated to a delicious dinner and a nice evening away from life’s hustle and bustle. You’re thinking that this sounds good, right?
We invite you, a spouse or loved one and up to 4 additional adult guests, to join us for an evening filled with fun, food, fellowship and Life Changing Information.
Reservations for each dinner are required seven days in advance and availability is limited, so call today! Melanie will be happy to make your reservation. Let her know how many will be attending.
CALL Melanie at 1 (651) 739-2500 to make your reservation.
Monday, September 20th, 7:00pm at The Machine Shed in Lake Elmo.
September 22
Happy Hour 4-6p.m.
Come and join us for Happy Hour between 4-6 and enjoy 2 for 1's, beverages, snacks and an upbeat atmosphere.
Are You Sick and Tired of Being Sick and Tired? Are you constantly overwhelmed by stress? Are you exhausted at the end of the day?
Do you suffer from:
Fatigue
Poor Sleep
Anxiety or Depression
Fibromyalgia
Poor Concentration or a Lack of Focus
An Inability to Lose Weight
If you answered YES to any of the above questions, your chances of recovery may have never been greater.Learn the nutrition secrets to reduce stress, increase energy and maximize your body’s potential to fully repair itself by attending this free workshop.
Nutritional Secrets to Defeat Stress & Fatigue
Time:Wednesday, September 22, 6:30pm Location: Oak Springs Chiropractic: A Creating Wellness Center 1015 Helmo Ave N. Oakdale, MN 55128 Cost:FREE! RSVP with Gretchen or Melanie or Call 651.739.2500 Seating is limited.
September 25
Join Dr. Ben from 10am-5pm at the Family Fun 'Flatables event being held at Walton Park in Oakdale. There will be a giant selection of inflatables (youth and adult!) for your jumping pleasure. We will also have a variety of food vendors to satisfy your appetites as well as family friendly music throughout to put you in the “jumping” mood! And remember this is a FREE event. We look forward to seeing you for a Family Fun Filled Day!
