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Stellenbosch Chiropractor Dr. Chris Muller
I didn't know much about chiropractic when I started my education in Atlanta, Georgia, let alone being home now doing a job that I love.
The circumstances unfolded in 1993 upon completing high school at Hugenot High in Wellington then heading off to Stellenbosch to study marketing. In 1997 a friend asked me to join him on a six month holiday in America. I ended up in Dallas, Texas playing rugby for three years for the Dallas Harlequins. A week before my return to South Africa in my last match I was offered a scholarship to study and play at Life University of Chiropractic. I accepted the scholarship and began my chiropractic education not knowing that this was to be my calling...now I know, nine years later and after a year back in South Africa. I admit, I never choose chiropractic as a profession, but during my second year it became clear to me.
A world famous French chiropractor, Arno Burnier came to speak at the University's assembly. He started off by saying, "I want you to think about this, did you choose chiropractic or did chiropractic choose you?" No questions, I knew. Looking back at the road I had traveled and where I was sitting at the moment, it became perfectly clear to me, there are no coincidences. Chiropractic focuses on all aspects of healing, mind, body, and spirit.
Studing at Life University
Studying at Life University was a great experience and I can say when I finished I was confident and ready to practice. They offer almost every known chiropractic technique and train you with hands on experience by some of the best in the profession. We were taught to address the patient, not just the symptoms they present, and that is what I do in practice. Many of the health problems that people experience can be eliminated by making certain lifestyle changes. Together with the chiropractic adjustment we are interested in what people eat, their fluid intake, sleep patterns, exercise and often overlooked thought patterns. When these aspects are effectively evaluated and implicated in people's lifestyles, health and vitality tends to flow naturally. Our focus then is a more proactive approach to health rather than a reactive approach, or true health care rather than sick care. It is remarkable to see the changes when the simple holistic approach is followed. We want to inspire and lead people to be healthier, better human beings. Everybody can benefit from chiropractic, young and old and we modify our techniques to fit people of all ages and walks of life. I feel it is important for all babies to be checked by a chiropractor after the traumatic birth process. We know that ensuring children's spine and nervous system are functioning at their best, not only contributes to their overall growth and development, but will produce a much healthier adulthood. Chiropractic is also beneficial to the sports enthusiast, businessman and women alike, pregnant women, the older and wiser generations, and anyone who would like to lead a more healthier, optimal lifestyle.
In My Free Time
In my free time I like to stay active and enjoy cycling, rowing, hiking, and spearfishing. Since my love is the ocean I frequently visit my parents in Kleinmond or you can catch me on the west coast. Knowing chiropractic isn't just my day job but a lifestyle, it allows me to thoroughly enjoy my time and endeavors with my friends, family and loved ones.
With a better understanding of where I am coming from, I look forward to meeting you and learning how we may be of service to you. Give our Stellenbosch office a call, or email me using the link below and let's arrange a time to explore how we can help you move towards better health.
