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A scoliosis is an abnormal curvature of the spine resulting in a “C” or “S” shaped curve. Scoliosis is typically first detected between the ages of 10 and 16 years of age. Scoliosis is eight times more common in females than males. Unfortunately, Scoliosis affects more than 20 million people in the United States alone. For most Scoliosis the cause is unknown although genetics, … [Read more...]
Degenerative Arthritis is also known as Osteoarthritis and is the breakdown of cartilage of one or more joints in the human body. Cartilage is made out of proteins which lubricates, or coats the joints. Although there are more than 100 different types of arthritis, Osteoarthritis is the most common. Osteoarthritis affects more than 20 million people in the United States alone. The … [Read more...]
For many conditions, patients seek treatment for neck relief. Neck pain can be the result of myriad issues along the cervical spine and among the muscles of the head and neck. One form of conservative Neck Relief Treatments is cervical traction. There are two types of cervical traction: manual and mechanical. Manual cervical traction can be performed by a chiropractic physician and involves gently … [Read more...]
There are many common causes of neck and back pain but one cause that is rarer but possible, is pain from complications with patients suffering from lupus. Lupus is an autoimmune disease, simply meaning a disease that is a result of the body attacking itself, creating autoantibodies, for no apparent reason. In the case of lupus, it is an inflammatory reaction that generally attacks the peripheral … [Read more...]
Diagnosing the Slipped Disc To determine if you have a slipped disc, the chiropractor will ask you questions pertaining to your medical history. He/she may also take x-rays or perform orthopedic or neurological exam which will determine if you have weak muscles or a specific problem area. Chiropractors will also perform a thorough examination on your posture. Poor posture can lead to … [Read more...]
Acupuncture Acupuncture is said to be an effective rehabilitation method of treating spinal injuries because it restores mobility and improves range of motion in the spine. Acupuncture will improve bladder and bowel movements, reduce spasms, and maintain overall heath. Also, it will help eliminate blockages that prevent recovery from happening and promote circulation along the spinal cord. … [Read more...]
About Spinal Cord Injuries For many people spinal cord injuries can be traumatic and painful for a long period of time. Pain can be acute or chronic depending on the severity of the injury. The number one problem with spinal injuries is that nerve cells are unable to regenerate. If new cells regenerate, it would be hard to determine where the cells were connecting to. Also, there is a … [Read more...]
Acupuncture For a spinal cord injury, acupuncture treatment is said to improve the nervous system because it begins to rejuvenate itself and improve lost movement or feeling. Acupuncture will improve bladder and bowel movements, reduce spasms, and maintain overall heath. Along with those benefits, acupuncture is believed to reduce blockages that prevent recovery from happening and promote … [Read more...]
Spinal therapy can consist of massage, chiropractic adjustments, physical therapy or even acupuncture. There are many different spinal therapies available to a patient. Typically patients experience spine pain due to upper back or lower back pain, this can trigger pain or discomfort within the spine. Chiropractor Some patients may also receive spinal manipulation therapy. This is a … [Read more...]
Gonstead chiropractors will find the problem, determine proper medical care, fix the issue and then leave it alone. They do not require patients to come back for further visits. The theory of Gonstead Chiropractic states that the body is a foundation, and any change in the foundation can lead to a collapse. The foundation in the body is formed by the pelvic girdle, and maximum stability and … [Read more...]
From The Journal of Chiropractic Medicine
