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Treatment Philosophy: Doctor
Nordstrom's belief was that a less
bulky, light wire removable appliance
would prove more beneficial than
existing devices. The ALF
appliances could be fitted to the
dental arches and apply a continuous
light force to the skull bones and
teeth. Orthodontic treatment has
proven clinically that continuous
light forces applied to teeth and
skull bones have a more beneficial
effect than applying heavy continuous
forces. This Arndt-Schulz Law is
well stated in the 26th edition of
Dorland's Illustrated Medical
Dictionary: "Weak stimuli
increase physiological activity and
very strong stimuli inhibit or abolish
activity." This concept is
supported and has been clinically
verified by use of homeopathic
medicines (more dilute substances
cause a strong healing change),
micro-currents (extremely low levels
of electrical currents cause a greater
healing response), natural vitamin
supplements cause a better healing
response), etc. The ALF
appliances follow the Arndt-Schulz Law
by applying a light, continuous force
to the teeth and skull bones.
Disclaimer:
The material presented in this article
is intended to enlighten those
individuals who may be seeking
alternative means of treatment.
No claim is made that such products,
techniques, or devices will cure or
improve any health conditions.
Any alternative therapies mentioned in
this article should be viewed as
adjuncts to conventional medical and
dental practice and not a replacement.
Patients treated with the ALF
Appliances are also encouraged to see
an osteopathic physician with cranial
skills or other health care
professionals.
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