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Check also the page on Research and Clinical Trials (real case studies) done on the Dorn Method: (click link: Research) .
The Dorn Method - The Gentle Relative to Osteopathy and Chiropractic
A wholistic, gentle, effective, non-manipulative and safe way to correct misalignments of the Spinal Column and other joints. It is an effective and safe Manual Therapy and True Self Help Method that can help with: Backpain, Sciatica, Scoliosis, Neck and Joint Pains, Migraine, Hip-Problems, All Chronic Inner Conditions etc ..
The Method is based on natural laws of physics and anatomy and combines TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) - Principals with Western techniques and principals and it is therefore very efficient.
A Healing Method because it combines 3 major factors:
1.) Explanation of the cause of most Spinal and Joint problems (to avoid future mistakes!)
2.) An effective and safe therapy in cooperation with the patient (based on nature laws)
3.) Explanation of Self Help Exercises for patient after care (necessary to prevent and maintain!)
The DORN METHOD is - Not just a Therapy - it is a complete HEALING METHOD that teaches People Self Help by showing how to apply the DORN METHOD in a gentle, effective and safe way!
Healing through the Spine - A simple yet very effective method, the 'Dorn Method'
The origins:
Dieter Dorn a German farmer and sawmill owner developed the method himself over thirty years ago. The lay healer since trained hundreds of people in this wonderful technique since it takes only two days to learn and many are now practicing it with equal success. Click on History -Link for more Info!
The basic principles:
The DORN Method is a gentle vertebrae and joint treatment. It can be helpful for treating illnesses directly or indirectly connected to the spinal column. It is completely safe but still very effective. No medication is needed and no medical training is necessary to use the method successful. It can be learned and mastered easily all you need is sensitive, healthy hands. A talented lay person can quickly help, in many cases, themselves and those around them, but of course to use the DORN METHOD on a professional level more experience, training and knowledge about anatomy, physiology, physical therapy like massage etc. is necessary!
The spinal column: (click here or the Spine below to see more about our Spine-Anatomy)
Our skeleton should be symmetrical, harmonic and in a static-dynamic alignment equilibrium. When we 'upset' this 'bone order' then our joints may be moved out of place especially in the spine. The results of long-term 'bone dislocations' are as diverse as there are names for illnesses today. When the skeleton is re-aligned people often fast feel better and symptoms of illness can disappear or abate. (Click Research to read more about very interesting Spine-Organ Connection Studies) The DORN Method is based on the correction of uneven leg length which can be diagnosed in almost every human today. Because of that the pelvis becomes twisted, or the twisted pelvis causes this functional leg length discrepancy, and this often results in a asymmetrical, crooked or displaced spinal column. (Click to read more about a Research Study done on Leg Length Difference) School medicine has very little yet complicated explanations for the causes and persons many end up having operations or walk around with special build up shoes or insoles. The Dorn Method proves that we can have the same leg length every day and your body will thank you for that. The corrections of joint or spinal cord misalignments is always done in a 'dynamic', a moving action. Our muscles and especially tensed muscles will always try to hold the positions of the joints and spine and when they are out of order the muscles assumes this 'wrong' position as the correct one and hold it there or in some cases even cause the blockage. A static correction e.g. chiropractic, is difficult since it needs to overcome the strength of the holding muscles and the patient is often quite tense since the treatment is done ΄on΄ him and not ΄with΄ him.. The Dorn Method uses motion to divert the muscles tension and in this relaxed state it is reasonable easy to re-align the bones. The same principal as when getting sand through a sieve, you need to shake (move) the sieve in order to get the sand through it! Although the therapeutic pressure, which is actually a counter-pressure from the patient΄s side, is encouraging the bones to shift position, the whole functional unit of bones-ligaments-muscles and other tissues is treated at the same time because of the dynamic situation during this treatment. The Dorn Method can be called a gentle Method and NO harm can be done to the patient because the correction pressure is stopped as soon as ANY Pain arises. Positive results are often immediately achieved and with some easy exercises, that the patient does after the treatment, the Dorn Method can bring long lasting relief. (Do the Dorn-Method Balance Test)
The Treatment: (Check the Demo Video)
The Treatment should start with detailed Explanations about the Therapy and the causes of Spinal Problems, Different Leg Length Causes etc. so the Patient learns what to do in order to avoid this in the future. First the patients leg length is controlled and if necessary corrected in a laying position. The hip joint is brought to a 90 degree position and the leg is then brought back to its straight position while guiding the bones back into its original place with gentle pressure. This can be done by the patient and it is absolutely safe, easy and painless! The treatment of Knees and Ankles should then follow with the same principals: Gentle pressure towards the Joint while moving it from a bended to a more straight position. After the legs the pelvis is checked for misalignment and also corrected if necessary. Followed by the lumbar vertebrae and lower thoracic columns while standing upright. Then the upper thoracic vertebrae are checked, corrected if necessary, and finally the cervical vertebrae, usually in a sitting position. The treatment often is continued by the controlling and correction of other joints like the shoulders, elbow, hands and others like the jaw or collarbone. The basics during the correction is always the same: The patient is in a dynamic, 'moving' action while the bones are brought back into proper position. For example: If any of the lumbar vertebrae (lower back) is not aligned then it is checked in what direction it is misplaced and by using gentle, gradually increasing but sensitive pressure with the thumb the practitioner then helps the bone back into position while the patient is swinging with the leg on the opposite side back and forth and therefore distracts the muscles of the back. This movement is done with the arms swinging accordingly for the upper thoracic vertebrae and the neck moves from side to side while correcting the cervical vertebrae. In principal the bones are guided back into position with gentle pressure (counter pressure) using hand(s) or thumb only. This is a gentle and natural way and the body readily accepts these corrections. The correction is often a little painful but the pain stops the moment the practitioner take his hand off and it is only done in cooperation with the patient to avoid unnecessary discomfort.
After the Treatment:
The patient is shown some simple exercises and it should be explained how to adjust uneven movements and bad postural patterns to achieve long lasting results and sometimes psychological connections are discussed which needs to be addressed to avoid reoccurrences. Complementing treatments like deep neuro-muscular massage etc. are advised to assist the Healing and to avoid that the tensed muscles are provoking or causing further misalignments!
Treatment Reactions:
Sometimes there are several reactions to be noticed up to seven days after the treatment. Dull muscle pain due to the correction (like after a gym workout) and pressure sensitivity on the corrected areas are common. Detoxification sign due to an improved metabolism (better nerve function) e.g. flue like symptoms, changes in toilet habits and even an awakening of unsolved inner issues may appear. These reactions should be judged as a positive healing crisis! Of course positive reactions like the disappearance of long time pain and chronic inner ailments can be noticed most of the time.
In case of unexpected or severe reactions consult your therapist or doctor! Thomas Zudrell, October 2003
Check also the page on Research and Clinical Trials (real case studies) done on the Dorn Method: Click: RESEARCH
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NOTE: Never try to use the DORN METHOD on other people without proper training conducted by an authorized DORN METHOD Seminar Lecturer. Although the Dorn Method and the Self Help Exercises are very safe if done correctly, there can be No Liability on the Authors Side for any consequences resulting from the application of the Method and Exercises. In any case it is advised to consult your doctor first because health problems and back pains may have other causes than misaligned joints and vertebrae and should be checked by a trained medical doctor. The Dorn Method has certain Limitations that must be cleared prior to any treatment!
Remember: The DORN METHOD is NO Replacement for any other form of medical or non-medical treatment but it can be a very effective supplement!
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I am looking for Therapists, Doctors, Chiropractors and Osteopaths who are willing to be trained in this truly revolutionary method and who can help me to make this method recognized by the medical world.
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The most important time is always the present
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