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Do I Need to Keep Seeing My Chiropractor After the Pain is Gone?

Posted on February 10, 2012 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

It is good news that your pain is gone. Chiropractic practitioners are experts at detecting, correcting, and preventing spinal misalignments, which can quickly provide pain relief. However, there are two important reasons to return to your chiropractor even though you are feeling better. First, the underlying problem may not yet be completely corrected. While you may temporarily feel better, if…

Chiropractic for Scoliosis

Posted on February 8, 2012 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

Scoliosis is a disorder that affects some 5 to 7 million Americans. A normal spine, as observed from behind the body, is aligned straight up and down. A spine with scoliosis is seen to have excessive side-to-side curvature, resulting in a “C” or “S” shape. It is different from kyphosis (hump back) or lordosis (swayback), which are curvatures of the…

Chiropractic for Hip Pain

Posted on February 6, 2012 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

Your hips and legs support your entire body. They provide stability, strength, mobility, and flexibility. Misalignment or subluxation of the spine can cause both hip and leg pain by irritating the nerves and creating muscle spasms. As these areas of the body receive nearly continuous usage, they can suffer a great deal of stress. In fact, hip pain may be…

What is Chiropractic Cold Laser Therapy?

Posted on February 3, 2012 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

Cold laser therapy (also called Low Level Laser Therapy or LLLT) involves the use of light (a specific wavelength and frequency of coherent light, generated from a low-wattage therapeutic laser) to stimulate the body’s cells and cause them to accelerate the healing process. The therapeutic use of lasers (LASER is an acronym for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation)…

What are Spinal Pelvic Stabilizers?

Posted on January 27, 2012 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

Spinal pelvic stabilizers are specially designed orthotics that help stabilize and balance your feet. They can have a significant effect on your entire body’s performance and efficiency, reduce pain, and contribute to an overall sense of well-being. How can something made just for your feet accomplish all this? Our feet form the foundation of our entire body. They provide support…

Chiropractic/Manipulation Therapy for Shoulder Pain

Posted on January 25, 2012 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

Shoulder pain is a common complaint that patients present with to both primary care physicians and chiropractic practitioners. There are several underlying conditions that may cause discomfort in this area, many of which may be assisted by chiropractic treatment and manipulation. A proper diagnosis is important in order to determine what kind of treatment is indicated in each case. …

Chiropractic Care for TMJ

Posted on January 20, 2012 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

TMJ stands for Tempromandibular Joint Disorder. It is a common condition in which there is limited range of motion within the jaw. The jaw is a hinge joint that is connected to the skull through 68 muscle pairs located in front of the ears. These muscle pairs are important to speaking, chewing, swallowing, and yawning, and are among the most…

Chiropractic Care for Colicky Babies

Posted on January 11, 2012 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

Colic is a bit of a mystery to both parents and scientists. There is no complete definition of colic or its causes, but it is generally seen as “unexplained and uncontrolled crying in infants from 0 to 3 months of age, for more than 3 hours per day, more than 3 days per week, for more than 3 weeks, usually…

What is the Sacro-Occipital Technique (SOT)?

Posted on January 4, 2012 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

The Sacro-Occipital Technique (also referred to as SOT) is a commonly used chiropractic technique developed by osteopath and chiropractor Major Bertrand DeJarnette. The name refers to the sacrum or “tail bone” (the last major bone of the spinal column) and the occiput or base of the skull. The technique is based on normalizing the relationship between these two ends of…

Choosing the Right Lumbar Support

Posted on January 3, 2012 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

Lumbar back support products are designed to help prevent neck and back pain, which can lead to pain in other parts of the body as well. Many of these products are pillows or cushions that offer additional support when you are seated for long periods of time. The lumbar region of the spine is usually referred to as the lower…

What is the Active Release Technique (ART)?

Posted on December 27, 2011 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

The Active Release Technique (ART, also referred to as the Active Release Techniques) is a system of movement-based massage treatment developed and patented by P. Michael Leahy, DC, CCSP. He teaches this system, which involves over 500 treatment movements or protocols, to health care professionals worldwide to certify them as ART practitioners. ART is different from traditional chiropractic manipulations in…

Chiropractic for Cyclists

Posted on December 22, 2011 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

A burning sensation in the shoulders, numbness of the arms and hands, and tightness in the neck are common sensations among both recreational and competitive cyclists. They might be easy to ignore at first, but if they come back again and again they can seriously interfere with both enjoyment and training progress. Upper and lower back problems are another common…

How Old Should You Be to See a Chiropractor?

Posted on December 14, 2011 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

You can benefit from chiropractic care at any age. Because the birthing process – even with natural childbirth methods – can cause subtle injuries to the clavicle, collarbone, spine and neck, parents often bring their infants to their chiropractors for a checkup soon after they are born. Many chiropractors have received specialized training in pediatric care, and have been trained…

Benefits of Vitamin B5

Posted on December 12, 2011 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

Vitamin B5 (also known as pantothenic acid), is used in the conversion of food into energy and in the maintenance of healthy skin, hair and eyes, nervous function and digestive health.Provitamin B5 (Panthenol) is commonly used in a number of health-related products, as it is converted into vitamin B5 by the body’s normal metabolic processes. Panthenol is used as a…

How Do I Know If I Need A Chiropractor?

Posted on December 8, 2011 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

Some people think chiropractors only treat back pain, but actually they are specialists in the entire musculoskeletal system. They do focus primarily on the spine and surrounding tissues, but the spine is intimately related to good functioning of the whole body. Chiropractors may treat back pain and spasms, sports injuries, headaches, and pregnancy pain. They are trained in a variety…

Understanding Spinal Anatomy

Posted on December 6, 2011 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

Your spine, or backbone, is the primary physical support for your body. The spine is composed of 33 separate vertebrae, which are flexible and permit standing, bending over, and twisting. The bony vertebrae encase and protect the spinal cord, which is connected directly to the brainstem. A healthy spine is flexible and strong, and it contributes to strong muscles and…

How Many Adjustments Will I Need?

Posted on December 1, 2011 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

The short answer to this question is, “It depends.” For example, the number of recommended adjustments may depend on why you sought chiropractic care in the first place. Were you concerned with pain, or recovery from an injury, or did you seek care to promote your overall health and wellness? The national average when dealing with pain and injury is…

Are There Side Effects to Chiropractic Care?

Posted on November 23, 2011 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

Chiropractic is recognized as one of the safest therapies you can use to treat joint pain, back and neck pain, headaches, and other conditions. Because no type of healthcare therapy is completely free of potential side effects, however, some adverse effects may occur. Many patients feel relief immediately following a chiropractic spinal adjustment, but some experience mild aching or soreness…

Can a Chiropractor Prescribe Medication?

Posted on November 14, 2011 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

Doctors of Chiropractic are not licensed to write medical prescriptions or perform surgery in the United States. They rely instead on a variety of manual treatments, including spinal manipulation and mobilization, which are designed and selected to improve function and alleviate pain for their patients. The chiropractic field is based on treatment with as little use of medication as possible,…

Will Chiropractic Adjustments Hurt?

Posted on November 8, 2011 by Dr. Aaron | 0 Comments

Chiropractic adjustments, also known as spinal manipulations, are a procedure in which a joint is moved past its usual range of motion in daily life. The purpose of chiropractic adjustment is to improve your body’s functioning and alleviate pain. Adjustments are most commonly made to joints in your back, but also to joints of the neck or other parts of…

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Do I Need to Keep Seeing My Chiropractor After the Pain is Gone?

Chiropractic for Scoliosis

Chiropractic for Hip Pain

What is Chiropractic Cold Laser Therapy?

What are Spinal Pelvic Stabilizers?

Chiropractic/Manipulation Therapy for Shoulder Pain

Chiropractic Care for TMJ

Chiropractic Care for Colicky Babies

What is the Sacro-Occipital Technique (SOT)?

Choosing the Right Lumbar Support

What is the Active Release Technique (ART)?

Chiropractic for Cyclists

How Old Should You Be to See a Chiropractor?

Benefits of Vitamin B5

How Do I Know If I Need A Chiropractor?

Understanding Spinal Anatomy

How Many Adjustments Will I Need?

Are There Side Effects to Chiropractic Care?

Can a Chiropractor Prescribe Medication?

Will Chiropractic Adjustments Hurt?

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