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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...]
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...]
Essential oils have been used historically for a variety of alternative treatment methodologies, but they are also now being sold for home users in mainstream retail outlets. These oils can be used both topically and for aromatherapy purposes. What are Essential Oils? Essential oils are concentrated aroma compounds that are plant-based. They are sometimes called “ethereal oils” or … [Read more...]
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...]
Do you see a Chiropractor regularly for treatments? Do they perform mechanical traction for Corrective Care? There are essentially three types of care within a Chiropractic office and they include relief care, corrective care, and wellness care. The second phase of care tends to be the longest in duration because it can take an undetermined amount of time to correct someone’s spine. … [Read more...]
Muscle Strain A pulled muscle, or muscle strain, indicates that some damage has occurred to a muscle or the tendons attached to the muscle. This damage can be the result of too much pressure or force applied to a muscle. The muscle fibers and tendons can partially or completely tear as well. There are two types of muscle strains, acute and chronic. Acute muscle strains occur when a muscle is … [Read more...]
One of the most common complaints during the later months of pregnancy is experiencing back pain. Typically, during pregnancy the pain is felt in the low mid back and pelvis areas. Because this back pain can remain once the pregnancy is over, it is important to seek treatment to prevent the pain from becoming too severe. The mid back pain and pelvic pain can be felt on only one side or be felt in … [Read more...]
One of the many causes of low back pain is ankylosing spondylitis. Ankylosing spondylitis is a chronic form of arthritis that is present in the spine. It can appear at any level of the spine as well as the chest wall, hips, knees, wrists, hands, feet and heels. There is no known cause for this disease and it is generally a hereditary condition that affects men more often than women. It typically … [Read more...]
Leg pain can appear for any number of reasons in adults and it can also be common in children. Most of the time, leg pain in children is not due to a serious condition and the pain can be managed with medication such as Tylenol or ibuprofen. There are some conditions in which a serious underlying cause of the pain may be present. Some children may have juvenile rheumatoid arthritis of the knee … [Read more...]
Knee pain is a common result from an injury or certain medical conditions such as arthritis, gout and some infections. Some injuries to the knee include a tear to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), a meniscus tear, bursitis and tendonitis of the patella. There are several types of arthritis that can cause knee pain and these include gout, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and septic … [Read more...]
From The Journal of Chiropractic Medicine
