Services and Treatment Methods
(Sections 1-4 below)
Cherubino Health Center
- We practice a form of Global Medicine which recognizes and integrates philosophies of healing from around the world.
- All of our treatment and evaluation methods are noninvasive as well as drug and surgery free.
- 40 years of successfully treating thousands of patients, has led us to the selection and development of highly effective techniques.
- These methods are capable of identifying and facilitating the correction of conditions at their root cause.
- We use the latest proven approaches from multiple disciplines including Functional Medicine and Clinical Nutrition.
- Sec 1 (Testing, Evaluations, Treatments, Therapies)
- Sec 2 (Types of Care)
- Sec 3 (Services)
- Sec 4 (Testing and Evaluation Methods)
(Section 1) – Testing, Evaluations, Treatments, Therapies
(in alphabetical order)
Active Care
In order to help patients maintain improvements made during a treatment protocol, rehabilitation is essential. During these sessions, patients will be given sets of exercises in order to meet specific goals. Examples include losing weight, getting stronger, or preventing re-injury. Each session is unique and depends on diagnosis, prognosis, ability, and lifestyle.
Administration: Patient should wear athletic clothing and sneakers, if possible.
Duration: 45 minutes to 1 hour
Biofeedback testing and therapy can be used to improve physical, mental and neurological health.
Historically it has been utilized in the treatment of conditions such as high blood pressure, migraine headaches and chronic pain.
With the advent of newer testing equipment, it is now being used in a many situations - from a holistic, whole person perspective.
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The latest low and non forceful chiropractic care has been a vital part of our approach to health and healing since we began in 1982.
Our state of the art Chiropractic Services are able to successfully treat people with a variety of conditions.
CranioSacral Therapy
CranioSacral Therapy is a time-tested technique that evaluates and corrects problems related to the craniosacral system. It is a gentle by hand technique that affects the very environment in which the brain and spinal cord function.
This manual therapy encourages the body’s natural healing mechanisms to improve the operation of the central nervous system, relieve the negative effects of stress, improve overall health and strengthen the body’s immune system.
EMI - Electro Magnetic Imaging is a non-invasive testing method of evaluating meridian and nerve function that combines core Chinese Medicine principles with modern Neuro-physiology.
EMI helps provide information about the underlying causes of symptoms and conditions. At Cherubino Health Center we have been utilizing EMI evaluation since the 1990s as part of our holistic testing.
All testing and evaluations now utilize the latest AcuGraph equipment and computer technology.
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Your doctor recommends specific examinations based on your personal health history, presenting symptoms and your individual needs.
We recommend that you wear loose fitting clothing in preparation for your examination(s).
- Physical examination – measures important vital signs such as temperature, blood pressure, heart rate, etc.
- Spinal examination – specifically checks for any abnormalities in spinal movement and ranges of motion. It is also concerned with balance posture and spinal alignment.
- Neurological examination – tests nervous system function including motor and sensory skills, balance and coordination reflexes, etc.
- Orthopedic examination – provides in depth evaluation of the muscular and skeletal systems. Oftentimes used in conjunction with neurologic and physical exams orthopedic examination includes range of motion testing, palpation to determine tenderness, muscle tone, muscle balance and joint movement.
- Regional examination – is applicable in situations where a specific area such as wrist, neck, shoulder, elbow or knee needs to be examined.
The foundation of modern chiropractic care is an evidence-based orthopedic and neurological screening examination.
These examinations are designed to rule out red flag conditions and ultimately elucidate which tissue is primarily responsible for the patient’s current condition.
At Cherubino Health Center we take a whole body, holistic testing approach to orthopedic and neurologic testing and evaluations.
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Flexion Distraction Technique (F&D)
Developed by Dr. James Cox, this technique is based on decades of research about disc, nerve, and joint physiology. (For research articles, refer to their website coxtechnic.com)
As a chiropractic technique, its primary focus is to restore motion to the spine in order to allow the involved structures to heal. This is most applicable to conditions like spinal stenosis, disc derangement/herniation, segmental joint dysfunction, and radicular pathologies.
Administration: Patients remain fully clothed. A specialized table is used by the doctor to deliver intermittent traction, flexion, extension, and lateral flexion to the cervical and/or lumbar spine. The physician will operate the table differently during each visit.
This therapeutic option is always performed attended—the table does nothing automated. Patient is normally positioned prone, but may be side-lying depending on the situation.
Duration: 10 to 20 minutes.
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At Cherubino Health Center, we have found Holistic Testing with PRA is an efficient and cost-effective way of identifying many of these problems.
Find out more about PRA testing and evaluations: (Learn More)
Guasha is a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) healing method that can be used to improve specific physiological functions. A handheld smooth edged tool is used to positively affect nerve points, trigger points, acupuncture / meridian points, tendons, muscles, ligaments, etc. 
Since the use of Guasha is indicated in many situations unique to a particular patient, our practitioners will gladly explain the use of this technique on an individual basis.
Administration: Patient may sit or lie on a treatment table. Fully clothed.
Duration: 1-5 minutes often used in conjunction with another technique.
Here are brief descriptions with photos of Handheld Acupuncture and Nerve Point devices: (All are noninvasive)
The Pointer Plus device is one of the most widely used electroacupuncture and nerve point stimulation devices now being used worldwide. These units provide a safe and comfortable way of effectively treating, stimulating, activating or calming the body's nervous system.
Administration: Patient may sit or lie on a table. Fully clothed.
Duration: seconds or minutes, usually in conjunction with another technique
AcuPen / AcuPen with Laser - these devices are used as an alternative to a pointer plus (described above) and can achieve similar and different results depending on the specific needs of the patient.
Administration: Patient may sit or lie on a table. Fully clothed.
Duration: seconds or minutes, usually in conjunction with other techniques
Tsubo - Tsubo is a battery operated vibrating device with magnetic qualities that can be used to assist numerous techniques such as Pulse Energy Technique and Chiropractic adjustments. It encourages oxygenation of tissues through improved blood supply, lymph drainage and anti-inflammatory facilitation. It also has a positive effect on the sensory nervous system.
Administration: Patient may sit or lie on a table. Fully clothed.
Duration: seconds or minutes, usually in conjunction with another technique
Tei-Shin - A Tei-Shin is a spring activated device for treating and / or locating trigger points, nerve points, acupoints, and ear (auricular) points. It is most often used as an adjunct therapy to assist other forms of treatment.
Administration: Patient may sit or lie on a table. Fully clothed.
Duration: seconds or minutes, usually in conjunction with another technique
Of all the conditions we treat at Cherubino Health Center, headaches, and especially migraines, are among the most damaging of conditions to our patients’ lives.
Our techniques are holistic, whole body oriented, evidence informed and highly effective. For well over 90% of our patients, headaches have become a thing of the past.
The diagnostic process is based on individual patient needs:
- Complete Health History (to evaluate diet/lifestyle triggers) (Visit "Your First Visit" Page)
- Neurological Screening
- Review of available imaging/test results
- Recommendations for further testing and evaluation, if needed (Neurological examination, EMI - Electro Magnetic Imaging Orthopedic examination, PRA, etc.) More information is available on this pull down menu.
Our Headache Evaluation and CHC Headache Protocol, are both appropriate for the evaluation and treatment of all levels of headaches from mild to the most severe types of headaches.
Our evidence informed diagnosis and treatment methods have enabled patients to completely eliminate or reduce the frequency and intensity of their headaches to the point where they can manage their lives, reducing the anxiety associated with recurrent headaches.
Intensive care programs are an effective method of holistic treatment for a variety of conditions where nerve based imbalances and sensory integration issues are involved.
They are designed to elicit a positive change in both sensory and motor nervous system function in a brief period of time.
At Cherubino Health Center a homeopathic medicine approach is most often used in conjunction with other treatments and therapies but may also be used as a stand-alone technique.
We use various forms of homeopathic testing including pulse reflex analysis, applied kinesiology, EMI evaluation and applied reflex analysis to help determine a person’s homeopathic medicine needs.
Pulse Reflex Analysis is especially useful in helping identify the potential benefits and effects of specific homeopathy remedies based on a patient’s individual needs.
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Low-level (light) laser therapy (LLLT) therapy is successfully being used worldwide to treat a variety of conditions. At Cherubino Health Center, (CHC) we have been successfully using LLLT as a therapy since the mid 1990s. Originally used as a way of treating acupuncture and nerve points, we are now using this highly effective means of treatment for a wide range of conditions and symptoms. We have found it to be highly effective as an stand alone as well as adjunctive therapy in a number of circumstances that we see on a daily basis.
LLLT (Low Level (light) Laser Therapy, effects and usage:
- Anti-inflammatory effect
- Pain relief
- Swelling and edema reduction
- Restoration of function
- Neuritis, Neuropathy
- Skin conditions
- Hair restoration
- Acupuncture and Meridian point treatment
- Poor circulation
- Tendonitis
- Wound healing
- Disc problems
Low Frequency Electrical Stimulation
The use of very low electrical current is an excellent preparatory technique in cases where long-standing nerve impulse deficiency and muscular tension are present. This technique is helpful in resetting the timing of localized areas of the nervous system.
Rubberized carbon pads are moistened with a water-based hypoallergenic gel are applied to areas over spinal nerves. The procedure is completely painless and may not even be perceptible since most patients require sub-threshold stimulation.
Administration: Patient may sit or lie on a table. Fully clothed.
Duration: 5 to 15 minutes, usually in conjunction with another technique
Moist Heat: 
Hot packs / Hydrocollator Heat Pads, that are filled with silicone sand and heated in temperate controlled hot water) are used to reduce muscle tension, pain, and congestion. When used therapeutically in our office, this therapy also promote blood circulation, decrease inflammation, and heighten lymphatic drainage.
Ice: Immediately following traumatic injury, cold packs can favorably influence excess blood flow to muscles and other tissues.
Administration: Patient may be seated on a chair or seated or lying on a table, fully clothed.
Duration: 5 to 15 minutes, usually in conjunction with another technique
These soft tissue techniques are use in concert with either Pulse Energy Technique, Flexion-Distraction technique, or another chiropractic manipulative technique. They are designed to release contracted/ dysfunctional muscle fibers. In nearly any joint dysfunction situation, the surrounding soft tissue is affected, and therefore, needs to be released through this gentle technique.
Administration: Patient may sit or lie on a treatment table. Fully clothed.
Duration: Several to 15 minutes, usually in conjunction with another technique
Needle free acupuncture techniques, are now being used worldwide as a replacement for more traditional needle based approaches. At CHC we have pioneered the use of these approaches, since the mid 1990s.
These techniques are highly effective and are capable of outperforming needle based approaches on a consistent basis. In addition, needle free approaches are better suited when treating children, pets, and patients with an aversion to needles.
Electro Acupuncture
Electro Acupuncture utilizes specialized instruments that are capable of treating specific acupuncture and nerve points on the body with small (milliamp/microamp) electrical impulses. Learn More
Laser Acupuncture
Laser acupuncture is one of the most effective forms of Chinese Meridian Therapy available. This advanced form of needle free acupuncture is safe as well as painless and delivers predictable physiological changes. Learn More
Neuromuscular reeducation is a treatment / therapy consisting of a series of therapeutic techniques that are designed to restore and maximize function of nerves and muscles.
The practitioner focuses on movement, balance, coordination, kinesiological awareness / sense as well as utilizing proprioception awareness and rebalancing.
Administration: Patient should wear comfortable clothing and footwear, if possible.
Duration: on average 10 to 30 minutes (highly dependent on patient needs)
Our physicians have specialized training in terms of nutritional planning and education. Each of their nutritional sessions can be focused based on patient-assigned goals. Some examples include anti-inflammatory diet, toxicity, detoxification, weight management, and detecting and minimizing food sensitivities.
These sessions are heavily research based and include practical steps to implement changes.
Administration: Patient and physician sit at a desk. Both may take notes, but either way the patient will be emailed a summary of the session.
Duration: 30 min - 1.5 hours
All of our treatment and evaluation methods are nonforceful and noninvasive. Our years of experience in successfully treating thousands of patients, have led us to the selection and development of highly effective methods that are capable of identifying and correcting many conditions at their root causes.
At the heart of holistic, alternative and integrative medicine is the issue of cause and effect.
We use the latest techniques in Meridian Therapy, Chiropractic, Clinical Nutrition, Homeopathy, Herbology, Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. The use of holistic, alternative and integrative medicine continues to grow in this country and around the world. It does so for good reason; it is not only highly effective but also remarkably safe.
PET – Pulse Energy Technique
PET combines nonforceful Chiropractic principles with those of Acupuncture, Meridian Therapy, and Bioenergetics. With the use of this technique, areas of imbalance and deficiency in the body’s nervous system are identified and corrected.
Light finger pressure is applied to points adjacent to the spinal column, on the cranium and specific nerve pathways. Treatment with Pulse Energy Technique results in improved nervous system function, and is capable of bringing about permanent correction of the underlying causes of many diseases.
Administration: Patients remain fully clothed. Technique is most often performed with the patient in a prone position or seated, facing away from the attending physician.
Duration: 5 to 15 minutes
Pulse Reflex Analysis, PRA, is a state-of-the-art energy-based technique that is designed to identify a person’s unique nutritional needs through digital pulse analysis.
Areas of bio-electrical imbalance are also identified by the use of advanced applied kinesiology, which uses gentle resistance of various muscle groups in combination with reflex and pulse point testing.
Pulse Reflex Analysis (PRA) nutrition testing yields specific information concerning meridians, nerve pathways and associated organ systems. The system also includes indicators for food and environmental sensitivities.
Based on examination findings as well as the use of other test results, special radiographic studies may be ordered including plain film Xray, MRI, or CT scans.
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We have direct working relationships with numbers of holistic testing laboratories on the leading edge of saliva, blood, urine and hair analysis. Some of these holistic labs operate locally, while others are located across the country.
The need for this kind of holistic testing is determined on an individual basis depending on specific patient needs and can greatly inform your individualized care plan.
For example, blood tests viewed holistically through Cherubino Health Center can be valuable in reaching the most accurate diagnosis possible.
And holistic testing in general helps to identify and quantify conditions at their root cause.
There are a variety of services and treatments that can be effectively performed from a distance.
(Initial consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Psychotherapy Sessions, etc.)
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Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation, (tDCS) works by using low current electrical stimulation to the brain and central nervous system. It has been shown to improve and enhance neurological function, and help regulate neurotransmitters including serotonin, and is a non-invasive brain stimulation technique that uses low electrical impulses. It is currently being used in the treatment of conditions ranging from anxiety, depression and other nervous system related conditions.
This technique is a noninvasive, safe, effective, and painless brain stimulation treatment that uses a constant, low intensity electrical current to improve the function of specific parts of the brain for people suffering from a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Cognitive deficits
- Speech problems
- Sensory motor conditions
- Multiple sclerosis
- Post stroke
- Parkinson’s disease
- Movement disorders
- Sleep disorders
- Nervous system conditions
- Tinitus
- Other neurologically based conditions
Administration: Patient may sit in a chair or sit or lie on a table. fully clothed. Electrical contact pads are typically placed on the head, most often on the temples.
Duration: 5 to 15 minutes, often in conjunction with another technique.
(Section 2) – Types of Care
Spinal Care
Our Spine Center division offers State-of-the-Art conservative nonsurgical chiropractic care for musculoskeletal conditions.
Through the leading-edge information provided by The Brain Center at CHC, we are able to address a variety of neurologically based conditions and also offer access to the latest holistic psychotherapy approaches. Truly a holistic approach to the nervous system, health, wellness.
New Accidents and Injuries
Anyone that has been involved in an accident should be professionally evaluated at the center as soon as possible. This is true whether you are experiencing pain or are currently without symptoms.
Our chiropractic physicians are trained to identify injuries that are oftentimes missed or otherwise overlooked in an emergency room or primary care setting.
Untreated Injuries
One of the conditions that we often see is post traumatic dysfunction. These are conditions that result from unresolved traumas, which occurred months, years or even decades earlier.
Most patients suffering from posttraumatic dysfunction, are not even aware of what the original cause of the condition was. Only through careful examination and a detailed history are we able to make the connection between their current condition and a past trauma.
In these cases the original trauma may have caused little or no immediate symptoms. To make matters worse, often times the person was told at the time of the accident, by well-meaning but ill-informed healthcare professionals, that there was no injury or that their symptoms were unimportant and should be ignored.
In time, original symptoms did disappear, but the body did not properly heal.
If you or someone you know has been involved in an automobile accident or other type of personal injury, past or present, you need to be aware that symptoms are not always reliable indicators of the actual level of injury. Injuries can occur at the time of the trauma, which may not be obvious for days, weeks, months or even years later.
Injuries that have gone untreated will commonly cause a variety of health problems. Some of these symptoms may include; migraine headaches, muscle spasms or tightness, weak muscles, poor posture, scoliosis, joint pain and stiffness, nerve pain, circulatory problems or fatigue, to name but a few.
Chronic Conditions and Disorders
Chronic and recurrent conditions and disorders can have a devastating effect on a person's psychological well-being, interpersonal relationships, income earning capacity, or any aspect of life.
The chronic pain, dysfunction and disability associated with these conditions can make a person feel like life is just not worth living.
Thousands of people, suffering from a wide variety of chronic conditions, have been helped at our center with chiropractic and alternative medicine methods.
Can we automatically "cure" any person suffering from any kind of condition? Unfortunately not, but we are able to help the vast majority of our patients significantly improve the state of their health. As health is restored, conditions improve and symptoms are reduced or eliminated.
Many people come to us after other methods have failed. They have been told that no help is available, or worse yet, that there conditions are imaginary and self-induced.
One of the most unfortunate aspects of suffering from a chronic health condition is the associated emotional stress that can result from it. Fear, anger, hopelessness, insecurity and indecisiveness can limit the person's ability to persevere until the right kind of help is found.
We hope that you find the information contained in these pages helpful and hopeful, and we encourage you to follow up by writing, calling and consulting with us personally.
- Our whole person, Functional Medicine approach to health care emphasizes the body’s ability to heal itself.
- We provide effective alternative and complementary health care options to the pharmaceutically based system in which we live.
Children's Care
Alternative care for children has been part of our practice since 1982. Since all of our methods are nonforceful and noninvasive, we safely and responsibly care for newborns on up. We have seen consistent success in the treatment of children with conditions such as: collect, chronic ear infections, allergies, ADHD, sensory integration, asthma, food sensitivities, spine and hip problems, scoliosis, headaches, back pain, foot and ankle problems, to name but a few. As is the case with adults, we are able to help children with their health whenever there is room for improvement.
"Because our treatment is noninvasive, children feel more at ease at our center."
If you have a child who is suffering from a specific condition and you would like to know what alternative medicine, holistic medicine or chiropractic care can do for him or her, we encourage you to make an appointment for an initial consultation. You can also contact us anytime via email, or by calling (508-229-0007). In this way we can answer your specific questions and evaluate and discuss your child's particular healthcare needs.
Preventive Care:
Wellness preventive care is all about early detection, maintenance and prevention. It may be the single most important service that we offer. It is also, unfortunately, the most poorly understood. (More information is available on our Phases of Care page)
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(Section 3) – Services
Chiropractic Services
The latest chiropractic care has been a vital part of our approach to health and healing since we began in 1982. Our state of the art Chiropractic Services are able to successfully treat people with a variety of conditions.
Holistic Neurology Services
Functional neurology evaluates the operation of the nervous system and corrects dysfunction.
This harnesses neuroplasticity to overcome neurological challenges, improve coordination, and ultimately heal.
Functional Medicine
Functional Medicine concerns itself with the identification and elimination of the underlying causes of disease and sickness. We integrate Chiropractic, Clinical Nutrition and other Holistic services in our Functional Medicine approach.
Nutritional Therapeutics
Nutritional Therapeutics can be used as a stand alone therapy or in conjunction with other treatments. Our doctors are trained to target and integrate this service based on a person’s individual needs. In the blog section of this website you will also have access to health and nutrition blogs and articles, as well as hundreds of related radio show/podcasts from Ask Dr. Ron Radio.
Holistic Medicine
A whole person approach calling upon multiple disciplines such as Homeopathy, Naturopathy, Chinese Medicine, etc.
(Holistic and Alternative Medicine Overview)
(Holistic Treatment Programs)
Expressive Arts Psychotherapy
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Chinese Medicine
A Classical and Modern approach to Chinese Medicine.
Needle-Free, Laser, Electro Acupuncture and more.
(Section 4)
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- Since 1982, Cherubino Health Center has helped many thousands of patients with workable alternatives to the pharmaceutically based system under which we live.
- Our approach is holistic and based on identifying and treating the underlying causes of illness and disease.
- Our work is based on the knowledge that the body is inherently self-regulating and self-healing.
- Our nondrug and nonsurgical treatments, therapies and nutritional support protocols have reliably helped improve the quality of life for our patients.
- Chronic conditions have been mitigated or eliminated, and acute conditions alleviated, as function, health and wellness have been restored.
More detailed information about CHC, our History, Mission and Purpose
- By identifying the underlying causes of a person’s Conditions and Diseases our doctors are able to recommend treatments that are based on individual needs and not symptoms alone.
- Treating people, not simply symptoms, is one of the cornerstones of our holistic health approach.
- As they begin to heal, most people are amazed when their conditions resolve and their symptoms disappear, all without the use of drugs and surgery.
More about specific Diseases, Conditions in the specific types of care we offer
- Our treatment and evaluation methods are time-tested and highly effective.
- All methods are nonforceful, noninvasive, non-pharmaceutical and nonsurgical.
- We are able to use holistic, alternative, and complementary approaches to healing in order to meet the needs of each individual patient.
- At CHC, we have been leading the way since 1982, in progressive Chiropractic, Holistic, Alternative, Complementary, and Functional Medicine.
- The greatest part of this journey has been fueled by the exceptionally high standards that we have set, attained, and maintained for our doctors and practitioners.
Visit our doctors and staff page and “Meet” Our Doctors and Practitioners.
Whether you are new to chiropractic, holistic, functional, alternative, and complementary healthcare, or simply new to Cherubino Health Center, our Patient Center is available to assist you as well as our current patients.
On our Success Testimonial Page, some of our patients and podcast listeners have shared the details of the successes they have experienced from Cherubino Health Center.
- There is a wealth of information concerning all things holistic on this website.
- For those who have an interest, we encourage you to take advantage of these resources and explore the content.
