Products: Biofreeze and Sombra

Products - Biofreeze and Sombra

Many patients who visit chiropractors appreciate the natural ability of the body to heal itself.  Sometimes, during treatment, there may still be some sore areas, and patients may not be inclined to take internal over-the-counter or prescription medications, due to the risks of side-effects.  There are medical topical creams and ointments that can be used, but there are products that provide a … [Read more...]

Pregnancy and Infant Massage

Pregnancy and Infant Massage

Many people may think of massage as something that occurs at a spa, after some form of sports injury, or to periodically reduce tension in muscles.  Two other kinds of massage can be incredibly helpful, however:  massage during pregnancy and massage for infants. Pregnancy Massage Prenatal massage can alleviate many of the physical discomforts that come with the pregnancy territory.  Special … [Read more...]

Spondylosis, Spondylolisthesis, and Chiropractic

Spondylosis, Spondylolisthesis, and Chiropractic

Spondylosis and spondylolisthesis can be extremely painful conditions.  Many treatments are available, including chiropractic. What are Spondylosis and Spondylolisthesis? Spondylosis is a form of degenerative osteoarthritis of the vertebral column.  It can cause muscle weakness, motor and sensory disturbances, and paresthesia and pain, due to the pressure on the nerve roots.  In a severe … [Read more...]

What to Expect in Your First Chiropractic Session

What to Expect in Your First Chiropractic Session

Depending on the type of chiropractor one visits, the expectations about the treatment procedures differs.  Then end result, however, should be that the patient finds that proper alignment can reduce symptoms, and perhaps help the body heal itself. Types of Chiropractors In general, there are two types of chiropractors:  straight and mixed.  The straight chiropractor believes that … [Read more...]

Aromatherapy and Massage

Aromatherapy and Massage

Aromatherapy uses natural oils to help people achieve relaxation, energy, or other forms of self-healing.  Many of the same essential oils can be used by massage therapists topically, as well, in order to enhance their therapy. Uses of Aromatherapy Aromatherapy can be used for medicinal purposes.  It should be noted that ingesting essential oils should never be done without consulting a … [Read more...]

Arthritis and Chiropractic

Arthritis and Chiropractic

Patients suffering from arthritis have pain and difficulty during daily tasks.  While medical science has provided many types of prescriptions, chiropractic care can offer those with arthritis alternative or complementary care. Types of Arthritis Inflammation at the point where two bones meet, the joints, is arthritis.  Cartilage, which protects a joint, breaks down with arthritis.  If the … [Read more...]

Rotator Cuff Injury

Woman with pain in her shoulder

Repetitive stress and injuries can affect the rotator cuff in the shoulder.  This can lead to severe pain and long-term range-of-motion problems.  Before considering surgery, a patient can explore chiropractic care for this problem. Rotator Cuff and Injuries The muscles and tendons that stabilize the shoulder are the rotator cuff.  If the tendons tear, it causes pain and restricted arm … [Read more...]

Massage Therapy and Chiropractic

Massage

Massage therapy is often incorporated into traditional medicine, as well as chiropractic offices.  It can provide a beneficial adjunct to a patient’s spinal manipulation and holistic care. Types of Massage Therapy Massage therapy is widely considered to be an alternative medicine.  There are many types of massage therapy.  One type, Swedish Massage, is the most commonly used one in the … [Read more...]

Chiropractic Care for Fibromyalgia

Chiropractic Care for Fibromyalgia

Patients with fibromyalgia have to cope with daily, chronic pain.  While are there many medications on the market, there are alternative, non-medical interventions.  Chiropractors can help patients manage their discomfort in a natural way. What is Fibromyalgia? Fibromyalgia is a disorder where a patient suffers from “long-term, body-wide pain and tenderness in the joints, muscles, tendons, … [Read more...]

Chiropractic Care and Nutrition

At the Chiropractor

Do you receive Chiropractic care?  Are you aware of what a Chiropractor does and why it should be performed?  A Chiropractor works to establish homeostasis to the ever-important Nervous System.  The Nervous System controls and coordinates every organ and body part in the human body!  Without it, survival wouldn’t continue.  When there is interference within this system then the body cannot … [Read more...]

 
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