Experience the Power of Gentle Healing with DNFT Chiropractic
At Stockheart, we believe that true healing happens through connection—connection to your body, to gentle care, and to a provider who listens. Directional Non-Force Technique (DNFT) chiropractic is a revolutionary approach to chiropractic care that’s as gentle as it is effective. Rather than force or twist the body, DNFT works through light, precise adjustments to realign your body naturally and painlessly.
What is DNFT Chiropractic?
DNFT Chiropractic is a specialized, low-force technique that addresses misalignments in the spine, joints, and soft tissues through gentle and specific adjustments. Unlike traditional chiropractic methods that use high-force adjustments, DNFT focuses on precision and alignment without any cracking, popping, or twisting.
In each DNFT session, we use a subtle muscle test to detect areas of tension and misalignment. With light touches and guided corrections, your body can release stress patterns, allowing it to heal and restore its natural alignment. The results are often profound: better function, less pain, and a greater sense of ease in your body.
Chiropractic Care is a Foundational Modality
Chiropractic care, especially with techniques as gentle as DNFT, is not just about pain relief—it’s about creating a foundation of resilience within your body. Your nervous system plays a central role in helping your body adapt to stress, respond to changes, and heal effectively. When your spine and joints are aligned, your body can communicate with itself more effectively, sending vital resources to the areas that need them most.
Through precise adjustments, chiropractic care supports your nervous system’s ability to regulate bodily functions, optimize energy, and strengthen your natural defenses. This foundational care helps your body:
Adapt to stress more effectively, reducing the impact of everyday pressures on your mind and body
Boost communication between your brain, spine, and organs, leading to better balance and coordination
Direct resources where they’re most needed, enhancing healing and recovery
At Stockheart, we see DNFT chiropractic as an essential tool in restoring this internal communication, empowering your body to work for you—not against you. It’s about creating lasting change, not just temporary relief.
Chiropractic Care and Neuroplasticity: Rewiring for Resilience
One of the most powerful, often overlooked benefits of chiropractic care is its impact on neuroplasticity—the brain’s ability to reorganize itself by forming new neural connections. This adaptability is essential for healing, resilience, and recovery from stress. Through gentle chiropractic adjustments like DNFT, we can positively influence neuroplasticity, helping your nervous system create new, healthier pathways for movement, stress adaptation, and pain management.
By reducing interference in the nervous system, chiropractic care encourages the brain and body to communicate more effectively. This strengthened connection not only helps alleviate pain but also promotes long-term adaptability and resilience. With consistent care, you can retrain your brain and nervous system to respond to stressors in more balanced, supportive ways, allowing you to:
Reduce chronic pain patterns by interrupting the signals that reinforce tension and discomfort
Enhance emotional resilience, allowing you to handle stress without overwhelming your system
Improve coordination and movement, helping the body feel stronger, more stable, and more capable
At Stockheart, our gentle approach with DNFT chiropractic optimizes neuroplasticity, promoting sustainable, whole-body healing. By supporting your body’s natural ability to adapt and reorganize, we’re helping you build a resilient foundation for a healthier, more vibrant life.
How DNFT Works at Stockheart
At Stockheart, we practice DNFT with a client-first approach that focuses on understanding and addressing the root causes of discomfort in your body. Our sessions are structured to be calming, insightful, and empowering, helping you to feel supported throughout your healing journey.
Dr. Brenna at Stockheart Whole Health is the only advanced DNFT practitioner in Minnesota, bringing a decade of experience to each session. With extensive training and a deep commitment to gentle, effective care, Dr. Brenna offers unparalleled expertise in DNFT. Her skill in reading the body’s subtle cues allows for precision adjustments, ensuring every session is tailored to your unique needs.
Step 1: Comprehensive Assessment
We begin by reviewing your medical history, symptoms, and goals. Understanding your unique experience helps us create a targeted care plan to address your specific concerns.Step 2: Muscle Testing and Gentle Adjustments
Using gentle muscle testing, we identify the exact areas that need attention. Adjustments are applied with the lightest touch, allowing for deep release and realignment without forceful movements.Step 3: Ongoing Care and Support
Your healing journey doesn’t end with one session. We offer regular check-ins, guidance, and resources to help you maintain alignment and optimize your health long-term.
Who Can Benefit from DNFT?
DNFT is designed for those who want a gentle, non-invasive approach to chiropractic care. It’s especially effective for:
Migraine and headache sufferers who are looking for natural, gentle solutions
Patients with spinal fusions or those experiencing pain after back surgery who require a precise, gentle approach that respects structural limitations
Highly Sensitive People (HSP) who may feel overwhelmed by traditional chiropractic adjustments
Individuals with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) or other connective tissue disorders who need extra caution and care
Chronic pain sufferers seeking relief without invasive or intense manipulation
Anyone with past injuries or trauma that could make forceful adjustments painful
Our goal is to provide relief that not only feels good in the moment but also creates lasting, positive change for your health and well-being.
Ready to Experience Gentle Healing?
DNFT chiropractic brings the power of light-touch adjustments to help you feel more at home in your body. If you’re ready to experience a more connected, mindful approach to healing, Stockheart is here to help. Let us show you how gentle care can lead to profound results.
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