A slip on the snowy sidewalk in winter is a small thing. It happens to millions. A fall from a ladder in the summer is also a small thing. These minor incidents can lead to subluxations (the misalignment of the spine that interferes with the nerves), that may seem insignificant but can have profound effects on our health.
I love the history of our profession and the especially the writings of Dr. B.J. Palmer, the developer of chiropractic, who eloquently expressed this concept in his piece:
“The Big Idea”
“A slip on the snowy sidewalk, in winter, is a SMALL thing. It happens to millions. A fall from a ladder, in the summer, is a SMALL thing. That also happens to millions. The slip or fall produces a subluxation. The subluxation is a SMALL thing. The subluxation produces pressure on a nerve. That pressure is a SMALL thing. The pressure cuts off the flow of mental impulses. That decreased flowing is a SMALL thing. That decreased flowing produces a dis-eased body and brain. That is a BIG thing to that man. Multiply that sick man by a thousand, and you control the physical and mental welfare of a city. Multiply that man by a million and you shape the physical and mental destiny of a State. Multiply that man by one hundred thirty million, and you forecast and can prophesy the physical and mental status of a nation. Now comes a man. Any one man is a SMALL thing. This man gives an adjustment. The adjustment is a SMALL thing. The adjustment replaces the subluxation. That is a SMALL thing. The adjusted subluxation releases pressure upon nerves. That is a SMALL thing. The released pressure restores health to a man. That is a BIG thing to that man. Multiply that well man by a thousand, and you step up physical and mental welfare of a city. Multiply that well man by a million, and you increase the efficiency of a State. Multiply that well man by one hundred thirty million, and you have produced a healthy, wealthy, and better race for posterity. So adjustment of the subluxation, to release pressure upon nerves, to restore mental impulse flow, to restore health, is BIG enough to rebuild thoughts and actions of the world. The idea that knows cause, that can correct cause of dis-ease, is one of the biggest ideas known. Without it, nations fall; with it, nations rise. The idea is the BIGGEST I know of.”
When Sarah and I set up Epoch 8 years ago, we embraced this vision of the “Big Idea.” And I am proud to see this vision flourishing now through our whole Epoch community, team, and chiropractors.
We understand that small mishaps can lead to significant health issues, and that a simple but masterful adjustment can restore balance and promote healing. Our vision is to help our community thrive through chiropractic care, addressing the root cause of discomfort and dis-harmony within the body.
We believe that by taking care of these “small things,” we can make a big difference in the lives of our patients. Whether it’s alleviating back pain, improving posture, or enhancing overall well-being, our goal is to support you on your journey to better health.
We also know that as we focus on each individual at a time, and empower and educate you to improve your health and share it with others, that we can have a significant effect on the health and wellbeing of our city and community.
So as we celebrate 8 years of Epoch, I want to thank you for your commitment to your care, for your championing of chiropractic and advancing the health care within our community.
With love,
Tom
