A thorough exam involves looking at the body as a movement system that integrates all of the parts. The right treatment may involve a conservative, non-surgical approach utilizing the most recent technology available. In addition to chiropractic adjustments, some of the additional techniques and systems that Gold Wellness has to offer include:

• Active Release Techniques - ART which is the most advanced soft tissue treatment system and is utilized by more than half of all NFL football teams. ART is a patented, state of the art soft tissue system and 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 treated with ART.
• Light Therapy - Lite Cure class 4 laser which is currently used by many professional and US Olympic sports teams. The LCT-1000 works by flooding the tissues with photons, energizing the damaged cells and increasing circulation to the painful area increasing your natural healing responses and reducing inflammation. Deep Tissue Laser Therapy can reduce the pain associated with conditions such as, low back strain, bulging or slipped discs, carpal tunnel syndrome, tennis elbow, various arthritic conditions, headaches, sports injuries and plantar fasciitis.
• Physiotherapy - Designed to improve physical strength, range of motion, daily living activities and functional ability, orthopedic and musculoskeletal injury rehabilitation focuses on treating diagnoses specific to the supporting structures of your body. Some of the common conditions it can help treat include post-operative care, acute injuries and trauma, total joint replacement, chronic diseases and conditions, arthritis and other degenerative joint conditions. Treatments may include therapeutic procedures such as manual therapy, gait training and therapeutic exercise (range of motion, strengthening). Therapeutic modalities such as traction, ultrasound, electrical stimulation and hot/cold therapy can also be beneficial.

Most importantly, Dr Gold believes in a whole-body approach to wellness and as a highly experienced chiropractor employs the art, science and philosophy of modern chiropractic medicine which emphasizes the nervous system's interaction with the entire body. Dr. Gold takes a holistic approach to wellness that emphasizes therapeutic techniques and modifications to lifestyles that work to correct neuro-musculoskeletal disorders and aid your body in healing itself. Dr. Gold believes that drug-free, pain relief is the goal for most patients and he can offer a multitude of techniques toward this goal.

Dr. Gold's Past Experience and Education Includes:

• Chiropractor 2004 - present
  Gold Wellness Center and Encinitas Spine and Sport
• Associate Chiropractor 2003 - 2004
  Vista Village Chiropractic, Vista, CA
• Physical Therapy Assistant 1997 - 2003
  Therastaff, San Diego, CA
  HealthSouth, San Leandro, CA
• Doctorate of Chiropractic 2002
  Palmer College of Chiropractic West
• Bachelor of Arts - Exercise Science 1995
  Sonoma State University

Whether you are an attorney seeking a Chiropractor on lien for your injured clients or you are an individual seeking a healthy alternative to pain reduction, please contact Dr. Gold today. His office is conveniently located at the intersection of Encinitas Boulevard and Rancho Santa Fe Road and is available for Saturday appointments.