Zone Technique

Dr. Peter Goldman created the Zone Technique, which blends D.D. Palmer's chiropractic concepts with Dr. Thurman Fleet's Zone Therapy teachings, which he established in 1931. Zone Therapy is based on the idea that the body is governed by six systems or zones. The six zones are: the glandular system, the eliminative system, the nervous system, the digestive system, the muscular system, and the circulatory system.

The foundation of The Zone Technique is the theory that any disturbances in the body are within one or more of these zones and can be attributed to the brain’s inability to communicate effectively with that zone. When one of these Zones is disrupted, pain, discomfort, sickness, and other health problems might occur.



Chiropractic adjustments using the Zone Technique restore communication between the brain and spinal cord, promoting balance and natural healing responses.

This technique isn't actually an adjusting technique per se, but more of a "where exactly needs adjusted" technique. The zone technique can be performed with traditional diversified chiropractic adjustments, more modern and gentle specific prone adjustments, or even with an instrument like the Activator.

Zone 1

Glandular System

Balancing the glandular system supports:



• Improved memory and concentration
• Normal appetite
• Improved energy, increased sleep and relaxation
• Regulate immune system and hormone production
• Excellent reproductive function

Zone 2

Eliminative System

Balancing the eliminative system supports:

• Regular colon & bowel movements
• Clear sinuses, nasal passages, and bronchial tubes
• Strong lung, kidney, and bladder function
• Eliminate bloating and bodily toxins

Zone 3

Nervous System

Balancing your nervous system supports:

• Improve sleep, mood, and ability to remain calm
• Proper eye and ear health
• Normal emotional adaptation
• Healthy immune system function
• Excellent balance

Zone 4

Digestive System

Balancing the digestive system supports:

• Proper digestion and assimilation of foods, even ones that caused upset in the past
• Normalize appetite
• Immune function
• Proper bowel movements
• Normal saliva production
• Healthy gallbladder, liver, and pancreas
• Elimination of migraines

Zone 5

Muscular System

Balancing the muscular system supports:

• Full range of motion and movement in joints
• Improved muscle recovery and improve strength
• Improve suppleness and flexibility
• Restore center of gravity / eliminate dizziness
• Good posture

Zone 6

Circulatory System

Balancing the circulatory system supports:

• Proper blood flow to all organs and tissues
• Healthy heart and lungs
• Proper lymphatic function
• Healthy cardiovascular function

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