"At first people refuse to believe that a strange new thing can be done, then they begin to hope that it can be done, then they see that it can be done--then it is done and all the world wonders why it was not done centuries ago."

Francis Hodgson Burnett

Can you hear me? Can you hear me now?

You may have seen this ad on T.V. It’s by a wireless communication company. The actor in the commercial goes to all sorts of different locations with his cell phone. He keeps asking into his phone, no matter where he is, “Can you hear me? Can you hear me now?” and gets a positive response. The point of the commercial is that no matter where you go, your cell phone will work if you use this company. It’s that good. Did you know a similar situation can take place in your body?

Instead of thinking about what it takes to make a cell phone conversation work well, think about you. What makes up your communication system? How can you ensure clear reception of the messages that travel over your phone system? In other words, how good is your coverage? These messages are very important. Not only do they tell you how feel, but they also run your body. Without good reception or coverage, your body’s health and performance suffers.

Your communication system consists of your brain, spinal cord and nerves, what we will call the nervous system. Your brain sends the messages and the spinal cord and nerves provide a way of getting the information to and from the place it needs to go. It might be to a heart cell or part of your spleen or your big toe. Your skull and spine play the important role of support and protection to this marvelous connection. 

Think of a conversation taking place between your brain and your stomach. The brain has been alerted by another part of your body that you are starting to eat. The brain wants to send information to the stomach so that it can start to digest the fuel coming on board. For this conversation to go smoothly, there needs to be a clear line or good coverage to do so. What keeps this happening? A strong, well-aligned spine. 

There are millions of conversations like this taking place every second in your body. Do you want crystal clear communication, the best coverage for you and your family? Make sure your spine is well aligned and balanced. Consult a chiropractor to check the relationship between your spine and nervous system. So when the brain asks that heart cell, your spleen or big toe, “Can you hear me? Can you hear me now?” the answer is a resounding yes!