Our Services Chiropractic We provide safe, effective spinal corrections to help you achieve your fullest health. Chiropractic treatments may also include acupressure, traction, electrical muscle stimulation, ultrasound, diathermy and application of heat or ice. Massage At times a massage may be in order to help improve circulation and reduce stress. We provide 30- and 60-minute massages of various types, including sports, deep tissue, and pregnancy massages. Cold Laser  Therapeutic Laser has been used for 25 years. Low-level laser studies have been proven to be effective in many cases, but it was the Erchonia laser that made history by becoming the first low-level laser in the world to gain FDA market clearance for the treatment of back/neck and shoulder pain. The efficacy of the Erchonia Laser was established through double blind studies. This office uses the Erchonia Laser. Customized stretches and exercises As a patient of Bay Area Chiropractic, you can expect to receive some training during your chiropractic appointment to help you manage your pain and maintain your health at home. This usually includes stretches and exercises that are designed to address your particular needs.  Time is taken to assess your specific needs and then a customized program is provided.  The program includes a report of activities (with pictures and descriptions) and one-on-one instructions to assure proper techniques/mechanics on the part of the patient.  Rehabilitative exercises and Neuromuscular Re-education will be provided.  Athletic enhancement and sport specific training protocols Dr. Servais will help in resolving mechanical difficulties associated with work, social, athletic endeavors.  Tissue re-education and recruitment classes offered. Functional capacity testing Pre-employment screening, vocational/work site assessment, post-injury assessment and return to work functional assessment provided.  Dr. Servais has been involved in the on-site job programs at many local industries. Other Services of Note: Physical therapy Acupuncture Neurological Assessments:  State of the art equipment and tests to determine severity and location of nerve injury. Nutritional Counseling:  Pharmaceutical grade nutritional supplements available. Soft Tissue Treatment Dr. Servais is certified in Graston Technique (GISTM).  GISTM is an advancement in soft tissue mobilization (STM) that allows the clinician to detect and treat soft tissue dysfunctions in a precise and specific manner.  The instruments are designed to provide an adjunct to a clinician's hands, not to replace them.  In fact, developing good manual skills is crucial to the success of this Technique. Successful outcomes cannot be achieved with the instruments alone; the instruments are just one part of an overall therapy program which includes: Musculoskeletal evaluation Inflammation Control Soft tissue mobilization Joint Mobilization Stretching and Strengthening Programs Neuromuscular and Posture Reeducation Proprioception Activities Functional Progression Home Exercise Program Dr. Servais is certified in this specialized technique and receives hundreds of patients each year from medical referrals.  In the State of Wisconsin there are only a few neurologists, physical therapists, chiropractors or physiatrists who are certified in this technique.