- What Causes These Joint Restrictions or Subluxations?
- What is an adjustment?
- What Type Of Education Do Chiropractic Physicians Receive?
- How Long Will I Need Chiropractic Care?
- How much does it cost?
- Do you accept insurance?
- What can be done for muscular pain?
- What can be done for pinched nerve?
1. What Is Chiropractic?
Chiropractic is safe and effective treatment
for many types of neuromusculoskeletal (relating to the nerves, muscles,
and joints) and other conditions. It is based on the scientific fact
that your body is under the control of your brain and nervous system.
When spinal or extremity joints become restricted, your nerves become
irritated, causing pain and other health problems. Chiropractic involves
the science of detecting these abnormal joint restrictions (or subluxations),
and restoring proper joint motion & neurologic functioning through
manipulation or the adjustment. In our practices, we assess & treat
many other contributing factors of your problem including the muscles
and other soft tissues, as well as your lifestyle, diet/nutrition,
exercise, ergonomics, and posture. Since chiropractic physicians also
receive extensive diagnostic training, we can help you to decide if
you would be likely to benefit from chiropractic care, or if you should
consult a medical doctor or another health care provider.
PROGRESSIVE HEALTH & WELLNESS BLOG: THE IMPORTANCE OF ERGONOMICS & MICRO-BREAKS : Over time, the human body has adapted very well to the task of hunting for and gathering food. It performs and feels its best when it is in motion during the day, and resting at night. Sitting all day, on the other hand, puts an enormous strain on the sspine and its supporting tendons, ligaments, muscles, and fascia. If you are sitting at a desk and/or computer for more than 1 hour on a regular basis, then you are what we call an “industrial athlete”. For you, proper ergonomics and micro-breaks (discussed in a separate blog) are essential to prevent neck pain, back pain, and headaches, as well as to allow your body to get the best results from your chiropractic care. Proper ergonomics involves having your computer monitor positioned directly in front of you (not off to one side), at eye-level. Your feet should be in full contact with the floor, with your hips and knees bent at approximately a 90 degree angle. It is crucial that your elbows are in at your sides at all times (even when using your keyboard and mouse), no more than 2-3 inches away from your sides or reaching in front of your shoulders. Ideally, your elbows and wrists are resting on an arm rest/wrist rest, either attached to your chair, or your desk. In order for the above requirements to be met, a drop-down keyboard tray and fully adjustable ergonomic chair are usually necessary. Drs. Ezgur and DiDomenico are highly skilled in advising you how to modify your worksite to be ergonomically correct for you. They may also recommend that you request an ergonomic consultation to be performed for you by your employer. Many people don’t realize that most companies are required by law to comply with your request. Read More |