What is chiropractic
Chiropractic is a discipline focused on the care of the spine and the nervous system. Through specific manual spinal adjustments, the chiropractor corrects biomechanical dysfunctions that interfere with the body's nerve communication, supporting its natural capacity to self-regulate and recover without resorting to medication or surgery.
Definition according to the WHO
"Chiropractic is a healthcare profession concerned with the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system." World Health Organization. Note: this definition reflects the international framework; in Spain, chiropractic is legal but not regulated as a healthcare profession.
Situation in Spain: Chiropractic is legal in Spain. Dimitri de Borodaewsky is a member of the Asociación Española de Quiropráctica (AEQ), which brings together chiropractors with European university-level training.
The spine and nervous system
Your spine is not just the structural axis of your body: it is the motorway along which all the information between your brain and every organ, muscle and cell travels. The nervous system, protected by the vertebrae, controls and coordinates every bodily function: digestion, movement, the immune response and much more.
When the spine functions properly, nerve signals flow without interference. But when one or several vertebrae lose their normal alignment or mobility, that communication is compromised. The chiropractor detects and corrects those dysfunctions so that your nervous system can work at its best.
What is a vertebral subluxation?
A vertebral subluxation is a joint dysfunction in which a vertebra loses its normal position or mobility, creating interference in the nervous system. This interference can alter the communication between the brain and the body, affecting the function of organs, muscles and tissues. The chiropractor locates and corrects subluxations with specific adjustments.
Three main causes
- 1 Physical stress: trauma, poor posture, repetitive movements, sedentary lifestyles, falls or the birth process itself.
- 2 Chemical stress: poor diet, dehydration, exposure to toxins or hormonal imbalances.
- 3 Emotional stress: anxiety, sustained tension or lack of rest, which generate muscle knots and spinal stiffness.
The chiropractic adjustment
The chiropractic adjustment is a precise manual movement, high-velocity and low-amplitude, applied to a specific spinal joint. It is not brute force: it is a refined technique that requires years of university training.
The purpose of the adjustment is to restore the normal mobility and position of the vertebra, releasing pressure on the adjacent nerves. This allows the nervous system to resume its function without interference.
Each adjustment is tailored to the person: caring for an adult athlete is not the same as caring for a pregnant woman or a newborn. Dimitri selects the right technique, direction and intensity after a full functional assessment.
What is the "crack" during the adjustment?
The "crack" sound sometimes heard during a chiropractic adjustment is completely normal and harmless. It is produced by the release of small gas bubbles (carbon dioxide) inside the joint capsule, a phenomenon called cavitation. It is not bone against bone and does not indicate any damage. Many adjustments, in fact, do not produce any sound at all.
Training and credentials
A chiropractor who is a member of the AEQ has completed 5 to 6 years of specific university training (over 5,500 academic hours) covering anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, neurology and adjustment techniques.
Chiropractor at Tantae
Dimitri de Borodaewsky
Doctor of Chiropractic · AEQ #1373
Chiropractic in Spain
The World Health Organization (WHO) recognises chiropractic as a healthcare profession in more than 90 countries. In Spain, however, chiropractic is a legal practice that is not yet officially regulated as a healthcare profession. This makes it especially important to know who to turn to.
The Asociación Española de Quiropráctica (AEQ), founded in 1986, brings together exclusively chiropractic graduates with a university degree issued by universities recognised by the European Council on Chiropractic Education (ECCE). It currently has more than 430 members across Spain.
Membership of the AEQ is your guarantee that the professional caring for you has completed the 5-to-6-year university training required by the WHO's international standards. Dimitri de Borodaewsky is a member of the AEQ with the number 1373.
What to expect on your first visit
At your first visit, Dimitri will carry out a full functional assessment: an interview about your history, a physical examination of the spine and specific tests to detect vertebral subluxations. With all of this information, you will receive a clear explanation of what we have found and a personalised care plan. If appropriate, the first chiropractic adjustment will be performed in that same session. The whole visit lasts about 45 to 60 minutes.
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