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Can a chiropractor fix TMJ?
Chiropractors CAN treat TMJ. It is their belief that the cause maybe from spinal misalignment. This means back or neck problems related to posture.
The chiropractor will work the inside and outside of the mouth via massage, as well as, adjust the joint. This will relax the muscles by reducing the stress. The jaw will reposition, [...]
Knee pain on inside of knee
Pain in the inside of the knee can be caused by medial meniscus tears, arthritis and medial collateral ligament injuries.
There are two moon shaped cartilage that act as shock absorbers for the knee. The medial collateral ligament is connected to the medial meniscus. As such, any impact on the lateral side of the knee can [...]
Chiropractic Care for Low Back Pain
by Dr. Craig Tilden
Low Back Pain affects approximately 80% of Americans at some point in their lives. It may occur in one or multiple forms, including, nerve and muscular problems, disc injuries and arthritis. Many people are under the impression that the first response to an injury is to immediately turn to pain medications and [...]
What is Physiatry?
Physiatry is a medical specialization that has been around since 1947. The focus of this discipline is not only to restore the functional ability but to optimize quality of life. This discipline uses a whole-person approach.
What does the Physiatrist do?
The physiatrist is the individual who establishes the plan of care, listens and helps the patient [...]
Professional Sports and Orthopedic Physical Therapy
One would be hard pressed in today’s society to go an entire day without seeing some reference to professional sports. Fame, fortune, and glory are things that every young participant playing in a Pop Warner or Little League game aspires to achieve. However, what many people don’t realize is that professional athletes put their careers, [...]
10Nov2009 | admin | 3 comments | Continued
Foot Pain from Flip Flops
Are Flip Flops Bad for Your Feet?
For those who don’t know what flip flops are, they are the flat soled sandals that make a “flopping” sound when you walk. Over the years flip flops have increased in popularity, so the question of “are flip flops bad for my feet” has been asked.
My answer to [...]
Exercise and hip rehabilitation
Hip rehabilitation is necessary in various situations from just simple pain to post hip surgery. The hip is a very stable joint thanks to ligaments and strong muscles that surround it. If any injury occurs it can be disabling and affect simple daily activities like walking and going up and down stairs.
Hip injuries can be [...]
What is Chiropractic?
Chiropractic is a word from Greek descent, which means “treatment by hand.” Chiropractic is a health profession that utilizes manipulation of the body. Chiropractic focuses on the musculoskeletal and nervous systems.
The philosophy is to create harmony within the body
The goals are to prevent mechanical disorders and diagnose and treat those that are found. [...]
Chiropractic Care is America’s #1 Alternative Health Option
Millions of people each year seek out Doctors of Chiropractic to help them with a variety of health issues. People of all ages and activity levels can benefit from chiropractic care on many levels. Often times, patients are looking for and achieve increases in range of motion and decreased stiffness in a multitude of joints [...]
22Oct2009 | admin | 3 comments | Continued