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Multiple Sclerosis is a progressive and degenerative autoimmune disease. Chiropractic care can be a useful adjunct therapy for patients suffering from MS symptoms. What is Multiple Sclerosis? Multiple Sclerosis, or MS, affects the brain and spinal cord. It is an autoimmune disease, where the body attacks its own systems. It affects women (ages 20-40) more often, but anyone at any age can … [Read more...]
The mind-body connection is a hallmark of the holistic philosophy of healing. With biofeedback, people can be trained to manage that connection. What is Biofeedback? Biofeedback is a way that people can gain more awareness of the physical body systems. Scientific instruments are used to help provide information on the body, such as heart rate, pain perception, muscle activity, and … [Read more...]
TMD (or TMJD) affects many people. Actions performed during sleep, as well as other injuries, can cause headaches and pain during the day, as well as long-term problems that could even lead to serious medical interventions. Chiropractic and other alternative treatments may help ease some of these jaw and mouth problems. Oral Problems The joint that hinges the lower jaw to the skull is … [Read more...]
Insomnia, or difficulty sleeping, affects many people at various times in their lives. This can be caused by pain, stress, hormones, caffeine, over-stimulation, improper “sleep hygiene”, medications, and other issues. Regular chiropractic care may help people who suffer from short-term or long-term insomnia. Types and Causes of Insomnia Insomnia can be described as difficulty … [Read more...]
How often do you suffer with pain? While pain is a common complaint it is definitely not normal. Pain is usually the last thing to show up in the body and the first thing to go away. Pain is subjective in nature and never objective. Neck and Thoracic Pain is a common complaint that Chiropractors see in their practices. Although common, it’s never normal. This type of pain can be from … [Read more...]
Some people use chiropractic therapy for an acute injury or pain recovery. Others utilize the treatment over the course of their lives as a method of preserving wellness or preventing issues. No matter who uses chiropractic care, or what type of chiropractor they are seeing, the 3 to 4 phases of the treatment remain generally the same. Acute or Relief Phase A patient will enter an office … [Read more...]
Sciatic pain can interfere with one’s daily life. It can limit the amount of exercise a person can do, and it can feel debilitating. Medical treatments may include various pain-relieving pills, but they do not address the underlying causes of sciatic pain. Chiropractic treatments can help reduce pain and inflammation and improve range-of-motion for a patient. Causes and Medical Treatments of … [Read more...]
The Neck A herniation in the neck, also known as a cervical disc herniation, refers to the condition in which a spinal disc located between the cervical vertebrae bulges or ruptures causing pain and dysfunction to the neck, shoulders, chest and upper extremities. Generally, a herniation can be the result of normal wear and tear to the spine; as we age, the integrity of the vertebrae and their … [Read more...]
You've probably heard the phrase that, “Pain is the last thing to come on but the first thing to go away?” This is very much true and helps doctors in the treatment of their patients. The main difference between medical doctors and chiropractors is that chiropractic physicians do not prescribe medications; however, they interest their patients in the proper form, diet, and exercise. This … [Read more...]
Have you injured yourself and wondered how long it will take you to heal? Healing Times vary both on the patient’s age as well as their present condition and any past conditions or complaints. Typically, as a general rule it take roughly 24 to 72 hours for an acute injury to heal. A sub-acute injury can take up to 3 months to heal. Chronic injuries are considered those injuries where the … [Read more...]
From The Journal of Chiropractic Medicine
