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.
Possible alternatives are explored during your first appointment. Questions about location of pain, onset of pain and chronicity are routinely asked. It is important to know if it is dull, sharp or a throbbing sensation.
It may have started to hurt after a fall from a ladder, a collision on the football field or an automobile accident. You will be asked if you have other health problems and your medical history will be started. Your physical exam will include palpating the spine and assessing the range of motion you are capable of. Poor posture may be exacerbating the condition.
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.
Possible alternatives are explored during your first appointment. Questions about location of pain, onset of pain and chronicity are routinely asked. It is important to know if it is dull, sharp or a throbbing sensation.
It may have started to hurt after a fall from a ladder, a collision on the football field or an automobile accident. You will be asked if you have other health problems and your medical history will be started. Your physical exam will include palpating the spine and assessing the range of motion you are capable of. Poor posture may be exacerbating the condition.
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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