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Postural
Alterations-
Is
it any wonder why Chronic Back Pain is so prevalent in our society?
Bad posture is the first symptom that we have spinal problems.
When we slump or slouch it increases the size of the space where
the nerves exit the spine, removing pressure thus relieving pain.
Most people do not recognize how big of a problem poor posture
really is. Detecting Postural Alterations are the key to understanding
back problems.
From a biomechanical standpoint,
Postural Alterations cause the areas around the injury joint to
become overworked and stressed. Because of this abnormal stress
and torsion on the spine creates Degenerative Problems that can
lead to Osteoarthritis. Bad posture should be the first sign of
Subluxation, and is the first Warning Sign that we need to have
our spines examined.
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Headaches-
Although
many types of headaches exist, safe, conservative Chiropractic
care can help to regulate and diminish the frequency. All headaches
have triggers, some being stress, pinched or irritated nerves,
and even certain foods will trigger a headache. At Dopps Chiropractic
we specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of all types of headaches.
Postural Alterations can also lead to some types of cervicogenic
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Sciatica-
Like
headaches, sciatic pain has many different origins. The effect
leads to the same symptoms, shooting pain down the buttocks and
if severe enough, radiating pain down into the lower extremities.
The most common cause is a Herniated Lumbar Discs, but can be
associated to Severe Muscle Spasms in the lower back and pelvic
region. Through spinal adjustments the pressure in the lower back
and pelvis will be relived and the pain will diminish, safe and
effectively. We have had great success with a lot of patients
that have had symptoms of Sciatica, through Wellness Care, the
symptoms diminish and do not return. |
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Pregnancy-
Chiropractic care
through pregnancy is not only safe, it is essential. We can look
at the implications of subluxation from a bio mechanical, hormonal
and neurological standpoint. It is easy for all of us to see postural
changes through pregnancy-the centre of gravity changes, the weight
of the baby places increased pressure on the spine and pelvis,
and towards the end of the pregnancy, changes are seen in gait
pattern-the "waddle." What we can't see, are the millions
of different hormonal changes and chemical reactions occurring
both in the mother and the developing baby--all of which are controlled
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Tunnel Syndrome-
Carpal
tunnel syndrome is another complex condition with multiple causes.
Impengment of nerves can happen anywhere along the nerve pathway.
The actual problem can be found alot of the time in the wrist,
but also in the elbow or shoulder. The nerves originate from the
neck, so if you headaches are another symptom, then it could possibly
be of spinal origin. Fortunatly, well trained Chiropractors can
adjust and restore the normal biomechanics to this joint, releiving
pressure and nerve irritation. |
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Arthritis-
The two types of
arthritis that affect most Americans are Osteoarthritis (OA) and
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Although they are both classified by
"joint pain," each has different symptoms and different
degenerative processes. Generically they have some of the same symptoms,
such as: swelling in one or more joints, stiffness around joints
(RA will lasts One hour or more, OA will only last about 30 min
or less). Warmth or redness coming from the joint, can also indicate
an arthritic joint. |
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Whiplash-
An injury to the soft tissues
of the neck that occurs from a sudden jerking or “whipping”
of the head. This type of motion strains the muscles and the ligaments
of the neck beyond their normal range of motion. Whiplash often
occurs when a vehicle stops suddenly in a car crash or is struck
from behind. Either of these two actions causes things in the
vehicle to be thrown forward – including passengers. A seat
belt will keep a person’s body from being thrown forward,
but the head may snap forward, then backward, causing a whiplash
injury in the neck. In addition to car accidents, whiplash can
be caused by roller coasters and other amusement park rides, sports
injuries, or being punched or shaken. |
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| Thoracic Outlet Syndrome |
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| Knee and Ankle Problems |
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| Tennis/Golfers Elbow |
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