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Services
 CHIROPRACTIC
SERVICES
The purpose of chiropractic is to correct subluxation, which is a loss of proper joint
function. Subluxations can be caused by
physical trauma, poor posture,
mental/emotional stress, and toxins. We
combine various adjustment techniques
including activator, diversified, Cox
distraction, Thompson technique, and applied
kinesiology, with adjunctive therapies, such
as decompression therapy, exercise rehab,
massage, electronic muscle stimulation,
ultrasound, and nutritional counseling.
Chiropractic adjustments produce many
benefits including decreased pain, enhanced
organ function, better posture and
coordination, increased flexibility, and
increased energy and well-being.
For more information see the
FAQs.
PHYSICAL THERAPY,
MASSAGE THERAPY, AND OTHER REHABILITATION
SERVICES
Treatment programs in our office includes
rehabilitative therapy. We want to not only
resolve a person's current symptoms, but
also to strengthen his/her body and prevent
against re-injury and joint degeneration.
The different rehabilitation services we
perform in our office include:
Disc Decompression
Therapy
We offer non-surgical spinal disc
decompression treatments through use of the
FDA-approved decompression therapy system.
This non-surgical treatment option is
effective for patients with back pain due to
lumbar disc herniation, degenerative disc
disease, sciatica, facet syndrome and spinal
stenosis. Clinical studies have shown that
DTS treatments are more than 86% effective
in relieving lower back pain and sciatica.
This treatment is designed to correct the
underlying problem, not just relieve the
symptoms of low back pain. DTS therapy
reduces the pressure inside the discs,
thereby shrinking disc herniations and
drawing in necessary fluids and nutrients.
Reduction of the disc pressure also promotes
healing of annular tears. Restoring the disc
nucleus restores disc height, thereby
relieving pressure from inflamed nerve roots
and facet joints. DTS therapy is so
comfortable it is not uncommon for patients
to fall asleep during treatments. A regimen
of treatments over the course of twenty
sessions is usually indicated for most
patients.
Exercise Therapy
These therapies include: aerobics,
stretching, stabilization and weight
resistance. Depending on the injury, the
symptoms and the patient's needs, our
doctors can tailor the exercises
accordingly. Exercise therapy is used to:
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Relax tight muscles
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Increase joint
mobility and stability
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Increase bone mass
and muscular strength
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Improve posture,
coordination, and endurance
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Four
Tips for Stretching
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The first
thing to remember when starting
a stretching program is that the
goal is to increase flexibility
and functioning of the muscle.
We are not trying to inflict
pain. If you are feeling pain
during a stretch there are a
couple of things you can do.
First try decreasing the
intensity of the stretch by not
going into the stretch as far.
If there is still pain, then
stop doing the stretch and ask
your doctor what you should do.
Stretches can be modified by
your doctor so that they are not
causing any pain.
Note: While we don't
want to feel any pain, the
stretch should be a little
uncomfortable. If there is no
feeling of tension or a slight
ache (but not a painful ache),
then the stretching is not being
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Always
follow the instructions given to
you by your doctor. There are
some general "rules" that you
can follow, however, if you are
stretching on your own. Hold the
stretch for 20-30 seconds,
without bouncing. If the stretch
isn't held long enough, it will
not be effective. If the stretch
is held to long, or done with
bouncing, injury could occur.
The more often you stretch the
more effective stretching will
be. You don't, however, start
out by stretching four times a
day. Start by stretching once or
twice a day and gradually
increase the frequency as your
body adjusts to the stretching
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It takes
one to two weeks of stretching
before you will note any changes
in flexibility or function of
the muscle. So don't get
discouraged if it seems that the
stretches are not working. It is
also important to be patient
with yourself, don't push too
hard because the stretch is not
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Remember
there is always another way to
stretch the same muscle. So
don't let yourself get bored.
Stretching can be fun, and
having a wide variety of
stretches will help you keep
your interest and motivation to
continue stretching. You can
always ask your doctor for
another stretch, a different
variation of a stretch, or even
for an opinion on a stretch you
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Shoulder
Stretch
This stretch will relax several
muscles surrounding the
shoulder. Here are two
different ways to do this
stretch. The stretch on the left
is easier to do and is easier on
your shoulder joint. If you
have ever had shoulder problems
I recommend doing the stretch as
shown on the left. It is
important to keep your head
neutral and gaze straight ahead
(done well in the picture to the
left, but not in the picture on
the right).
Note: In the left picture, the
shoulder being stretched is the
right shoulder. In the right
picture, the shoulder being
stretched is the left
shoulder.
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Wrist
Flexors and Extensors Stretch
This stretch is good for anyone
who uses their hands or arms a
lot. Working with computers,
working at a checkout counter,
knitting, playing musical
instruments, playing tennis, and
many other activities, can cause
your wrist flexors and extensors
to become tight and problematic.
Note: The elbow is fully
extended and arm is straight on
the side that is being
stretched. The flexor stretch
is shown on the left and the
extensor stretch is shown on the
right.
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A
Stretch for Computer Workers:
The diagram on the right
illustrates a six step series of
stretches that can be done by
anyone who works at a computer
work station. You should take a
stretch break after every hour
that you spend on the computer.
In case it's not completely
self-explanatory, step C
involves clenching your fists as
tight as you can for a few
seconds, and step F is to relax
and let your hands and wrists go
limp for a few seconds.
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Gluteal
Muscle Stretch
For this stretch it is important
to make sure that your back is
flat as you lean forward. Also,
hard to see in this picture, is
that there is no pressure put
directly on the knee joint.
Light pressure is put both above
and below the knee joint (the
knee of the foot that is not on
the floor) equally at the same
time. The leg on the floor: knee
should be at a 90 degree angle,
the knee should be directly over
the ankle, the toes should be
pointed straight ahead.
This is great to do at your
desk!
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Quadriceps Stretch
It is important to note that in
this stretch the non-weight
bearing upper and lower leg are
lined up (front view). The foot
is touching (or almost touching)
the buttock and is not off to
either side. The bent knee is
aimed straight down. The foot
that is bearing weight, is
pointed straight ahead.
If you can not yet reach your
foot in the back, wrap a towel
(belts and ropes also work)
around your ankle and pull in
the same direction that you
would if you could grab your
foot.
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Massage And
Pressure Point Therapy
These therapies can be used for the
treatment of many different conditions
because they:
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Relax tight muscles
and remove toxins from tissues
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Reduce pain and
improve posture
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Enhance circulation
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Facilitate muscular
and joint healing
Microcurrent Therapy
This electrotherapy device sends out healing
electronic impulses that produce no physical
sensation. This therapy is used to:
Cervical And Lumbar Distraction
Using special tables, this therapeutic
technique is used to gently manipulate
subluxated joints. It is extremely effective
for treating spinal disk herniations and
bulges.
Interferential And Synaptic Therapy
These machines emit electrical impulses that
produce a pleasant tingling sensation in the
injured area. They are used to:
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Reduce pain and edema
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Relax tight muscles
Ultrasound
Ultrasound creates a feeling of warmth and
tingling over the injured area. It is used
to:
Infrared Light Therapy
The purpose of low level infrared light
therapy is to direct a cool beam of light
through the skin and into injured tissues.
It speeds healing and relieves pain.
Heat And Ice
Combining these two therapies, or using them
independently for specific injuries has many
benefits.
Heat therapy can:
Ice therapy can:
Disclaimer
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CHIROHAB, P.C. web page. Please
note that the information
located on our site is not
intended to provide specific
chiropractic advice. You should
consult with a chiropractic
doctor and not rely on any
information contained herein
regarding your specific
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information here is presented
for general information purposes
only and is not intended to be
used as a substitute for medical
advice.
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