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WHAT YOU MIGHT NOT KNOW ABOUT GOING TO THE CHIROPRACTOR !
When people hear , “ going to the chiropractor ” their thoughts normally go immediately to treatment for lower back pain . It is true that low back pain is one of the most common problems that people seek chiropractic care for , but what many people don ’ t know is that lower back pain is only one of many problems chiropractors are trained to treat .
At Hayes Chiropractic Drs . Sean Hayes , Michael Martini , and Matthew Houston treat what they refer to as “ neuro-musculoskeletal pain .” These are conditions that involve the muscles , nerves , and joints in the body . This could be the neck , the back , shoulders , elbows , knees , ankles , and any other joint in the body . Chiropractic is all about anatomy and physiology or simply put structure and function . If you are experiencing pain , spasm , stiffness , decreased range of motion , headaches , numbness , tingling , or any combination of these symptoms then you most likely have a problem that can benefit from Chiropractic treatment . If you practice good habits on a regular basis you will be able to minimize the pain but even good habits can ’ t completely eliminate the need for a chiropractic treatment . Just like going to the dentist for a routine cleaning , or to your Medical doctor for a yearly physical , chiropractic care can be used as maintenance to keep the body healthy and working properly .
CAN A CHIROPRACTIC TREATMENT HELP HEADACHES ?
If you have a headache , you ’ re not alone . Nine out of ten Americans suffer from headaches . Some are occasional , some frequent , some are dull and throbbing , and some cause debilitating pain and nausea .
What do you do when you suffer from a pounding headache ? Do you grit your teeth and carry on ? Lie down ? Pop a pill and hope the pain goes away ? There is a better alternative .
Research shows that spinal manipulation – the primary form of care provided by doctors of chiropractic – may be an effective treatment option for tension headaches and headaches that originate in the neck . Doctors at Hayes Chiropractic may do one or more of the following if you suffer from a primary headache :
( 1 ) Perform chiropractic adjustments to improve spinal function and alleviate the stress on your system .
( 2 ) Provide nutritional advice , recommending a change in diet and perhaps the addition of B complex vitamins .
( 3 ) Offer advice on posture , ergonomics ( work postures ), exercises and relaxation techniques . This advice should help to relieve the recurring joint irritation and tension in the muscles of the neck and upper back .
I HAVE PAIN DOWN MY LEG ! “ SCIATICA ”
Sciatica describes persistent pain felt along the sciatic nerve , which runs from the lower back , down through the buttock , and into the lower leg . The sciatic nerve is the longest and widest nerve in the body , running from the lower back through the buttocks and down the back of each leg . It controls the muscles of the lower leg and provides sensation to the thighs , legs , and the soles of the feet .
Although sciatica is a relatively common form of low-back and leg pain , the true meaning of the term is often misunderstood . Sciatica is actually a set of symptoms — not a diagnosis for what is irritating the nerve root and causing the pain . For most people , sciatica responds very well to conservative care , including chiropractic . Keeping in mind that sciatica is a symptom and not a stand-alone medical condition ,
treatment plans will often vary depending on the underlying cause of the problem .
Chiropractic offers a non-invasive ( nonsurgical ), drug-free treatment option . The goal of chiropractic care is to restore spinal movement , thereby improving function while decreasing pain and inflammation . Depending on the cause of the sciatica , a chiropractic treatment plan may cover several different treatment methods , including but not limited to spinal adjustments , ice / heat therapy , ultrasound , TENS , and rehabilitative exercises .
Dr . Sean Hayes
MY HAND PAIN WAKES ME UP ! “ CARPAL TUNNEL ”
Dr . Benjamin Hosler
CTS should be diagnosed and treated early . A standard physical examination of the hands , arms , shoulders , and neck can help determine if your symptoms are related to daily activities or to an underlying disorder . Carpal tunnel syndrome ( CTS ) is the most expensive of all work-related injuries . Over his or her lifetime , a carpal tunnel patient loses about $ 30,000 in medical bills and time absent from work .
Dr . Gregory Gray , Jr .
CTS typically occurs in adults , with women 3 times more likely to develop it than men . The dominant hand is usually affected first , and the pain is typically severe . CTS is especially common in assembly-line workers in manufacturing , sewing , cleaning , meatpacking , and similar industries .
Burning , tingling , itching , and / or numbness in the palm of the hand and thumb , index , and middle fingers are most common . Some people with CTS say that their fingers feel useless and swollen , even though little or no swelling is apparent . Since many people sleep with flexed wrists , the symptoms often first appear while sleeping . As symptoms worsen , they may feel tingling during the day . In addition , weakened grip strength may make it difficult to form a fist or grasp small objects . Some people develop wasting of the muscles at the base of the thumb . Some are unable to distinguish hot from cold by touch .
Chiropractic joint manipulation and mobilization of the wrist and hand , stretching and strengthening exercises , soft-tissue mobilization techniques , and even yoga can be helpful .
If you or anyone you care about is affected by any of these symptoms please call us today .
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