Herniated intervertebral discs in the lumbar spine and the cervical spine respond favorably to chiropractic intervention. The lumbar, or lower back pain is the number one reason those in pain seek chiropractic care. Health conscious individuals are hesitant to rely on pain medication whether prescription or over the counter. As you will learn at Knox County Chiropractic, any invasive procedures are preferably avoided by most when at all possible.
Consider the advantages of chiropractic methods. A first appointment is spent discussing where the pain is on your back and what may have caused it. It is important to note if it feels throbbing or dull. It is also necessary to know if it happens frequently or continually.
A car accident or sports injury may be what caused it. Any other possible health problems will be discussed. A medical history is taken. Your physical exam will evaluate your muscle tone and the extent you are able to move. You may or may not be able to bend at the waist. Your posture will be evaluated to see if is a contributing factor.
When your condition is fully evaluated, a plan can be recommended for the most beneficial care. Chiropractic adjustments are successful at realigning any vertebrae that are subluxated, which is the term chiropractors use for a misalignment. Mobilization stretches the joints and muscles to promote range of motion improvement.
A series of office visits are scheduled for you to receive the care you need. Between appointments you may be asked to follow a routine of exercising to contribute to your own improvement. Perhaps walking is all you can manage at first. Advice on detrimental activities will be provided.
The ultimate goal is to restore mobility by lifting any pressure against spinal nerve roots. This reduces irritation and pain. You may soon look forward to returning to your job and regular daily activities. Improvement is gained incrementally with each set of adjustments. Normal movement and pain reduction are things to look forward to.
Consider the advantages of chiropractic methods. A first appointment is spent discussing where the pain is on your back and what may have caused it. It is important to note if it feels throbbing or dull. It is also necessary to know if it happens frequently or continually.
A car accident or sports injury may be what caused it. Any other possible health problems will be discussed. A medical history is taken. Your physical exam will evaluate your muscle tone and the extent you are able to move. You may or may not be able to bend at the waist. Your posture will be evaluated to see if is a contributing factor.
When your condition is fully evaluated, a plan can be recommended for the most beneficial care. Chiropractic adjustments are successful at realigning any vertebrae that are subluxated, which is the term chiropractors use for a misalignment. Mobilization stretches the joints and muscles to promote range of motion improvement.
A series of office visits are scheduled for you to receive the care you need. Between appointments you may be asked to follow a routine of exercising to contribute to your own improvement. Perhaps walking is all you can manage at first. Advice on detrimental activities will be provided.
The ultimate goal is to restore mobility by lifting any pressure against spinal nerve roots. This reduces irritation and pain. You may soon look forward to returning to your job and regular daily activities. Improvement is gained incrementally with each set of adjustments. Normal movement and pain reduction are things to look forward to.
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