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Dr. Alejandro Bochm
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What is causing my random back pain?
A full physical and orthopedic exam will help to determine the cause of the problem. Some cases, some imaging will be order for further assessment.
Will yoga help in treating my hip pain?
It might be helpful to stretch your muscles and activate your joints, but keep in mind if the pain persists to be checked by a doctor to evaluate your hip and joint function.
My mother's back is hunching. Can a chiropractor help?
It will help with joint function and range of motion not with her posture. At 78 years old her spine has changed and osteoarthritis has developed and remodeled the joints. The READ MORE
It will help with joint function and range of motion not with her posture. At 78 years old her spine has changed and osteoarthritis has developed and remodeled the joints. The degeneration cause by the osteoarthritis is irreversible. A thoracic posture brace will help to decrease the muscle spasm and will provide relief. The chiropractic adjustment at her age will be determined by a chiropractor during her exam, if is indicated or not, and if any chiropractic technique can be perform.
My son hurt his back and needs to undergo surgery. Will it affect his future life?
Only the time will say. His age is a factor that plays in his favor to have a good recovery. He will need to have a good rehabilitation therapy to make sure he heals properly. READ MORE
Only the time will say. His age is a factor that plays in his favor to have a good recovery. He will need to have a good rehabilitation therapy to make sure he heals properly.
How can I prevent my back from getting strained at work?
I would say wear a lumbar support brace at work to prevent injuries. Also, exercise your upper body to keep your muscle strong. Don't forget to stretch daily for healthy muscles. READ MORE
I would say wear a lumbar support brace at work to prevent injuries. Also, exercise your upper body to keep your muscle strong. Don't forget to stretch daily for healthy muscles.
Inspite of bed rest, my sciatica pain is not getting better?
Make an appointment with your doctor and talk to him/her about requesting a lumbar MRI to see in detail your problem and treatment options.
Can I go on a treadmill or go cycling with back pain?
I will say walking might be helpful, but if you notice the pain is constant, stop and make an appointment with your doctor.
How does chiropractor manipulation work?
There are many different techniques to use depending your problem. The adjusting technique will be selected by your chiropractor depending your age and condition. The manipulation READ MORE
There are many different techniques to use depending your problem. The adjusting technique will be selected by your chiropractor depending your age and condition. The manipulation helps to restore proper joint function to that specific segment.
How to prevent back pain from an office job?
Yes! Stretching. Basic low back and neck stretching will help you a lot. Also, make sure you have an ergonomic chair to help your posture and support your low back.
How to fix bad posture?
Start with a thoracic posture brace. They sell it on amazon. It will help to start getting used to a new posture. The cells and muscles have memory and now those muscles need to READ MORE
Start with a thoracic posture brace. They sell it on amazon. It will help to start getting used to a new posture. The cells and muscles have memory and now those muscles need to be re-educated to the new posture. Also, upper body exercise will help to get the back stronger. Pushups will be helpful.
What is the treatment for a herniated disc?
Spinal decompression traction is a great treatment for disc herniations.
Do hot water baths help in relieving hip pain?
Maybe could help to release the muscle spasm, but will be only temporarily. If she has the opportunity to get a CT scan for her hip to see the joint closely, that will be the best. READ MORE
Maybe could help to release the muscle spasm, but will be only temporarily. If she has the opportunity to get a CT scan for her hip to see the joint closely, that will be the best. After that test, see what's the best treatment option.
After healing from a sprain, why do I still feel pressure in my ankle?
During the healing, it will develop some scar tissue. That is a possibility. Proper therapy and specific exercises will help to recover.
I am experiencing stiffness in my knees. What should I do?
Definitely make an appointment to see a doctor to have further evaluation.
Pulling pain in back in morning. Could it be due to sleeping position?
Check your mattress, too. A bad mattress Could cause back pain.
My mother has been having pain in her legs, mainly while sitting. Can a chiropractor help in any way?
Probably so, but only after a physical and orthopedic exam will you know. Sometimes radiology imaging might be necessary. Sometimes poor circulation might be the cause. Again, READ MORE
Probably so, but only after a physical and orthopedic exam will you know. Sometimes radiology imaging might be necessary. Sometimes poor circulation might be the cause. Again, only after the examination will you know.
Can heel spurs be corrected by a chiropractor?
No, it won't be corrected. The symptoms that a bone spur can cause might be reduced with therapies such as ultrasound, electrotherapy, laser, massage, and soft tissue work, among READ MORE
No, it won't be corrected. The symptoms that a bone spur can cause might be reduced with therapies such as ultrasound, electrotherapy, laser, massage, and soft tissue work, among others. If the pains do not subside, the bone spur will need to be released by surgery.
My mother in law has severe pain in her hips. Can a chiropractor help?
I think it might help. The chiropractor will make a full exam to see if the chiropractic treatment is indicated and what techniques are indicated. If she has severed osteoarthritis READ MORE
I think it might help. The chiropractor will make a full exam to see if the chiropractic treatment is indicated and what techniques are indicated. If she has severed osteoarthritis of the hips, she might need hip replacement and an orthopedic doctor will need to see her. Again, after the exam you will know if chiropractics will help for her hips.
My back has become very curved and is pushing my stomach out. Do you think it can be corrected?
If the curve is that advance, it might need to be corrected with spine surgery.
I have a weird discomfort in my right leg. What could it be?
Many reasons, it's hard to say without seeing you and making a physical exam. It could be from muscle spasm, circulatory problems, neuropathy, or even potassium deficiency.
