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Dr. Dennis Spurgin, DC
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Dr. Dennis Spurgin is a Chiropractor practicing in Palm Springs, CA. Dr. Spurgin specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating conditions associated with the neuromusculoskeletal system, while improving each patients functionality and quality of life. Conditions treated include sciatica, neck pain, and arthritis pain, among many others. Dr. Spurgin seeks to reduce pain and discomfort through manipulation and adjustment of the spine.
53 years
Experience
Dr. Dennis Spurgin, DC
- Palm Springs, CA
- Logan College of Chiropractic
- Accepting new patients
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Can a chiropractor help with sleep apnea?
Sleep apnea is not a diagnosis that is treated by Chiropractors. However, many patients report that they do better when they are under Chiropractic care. They have a feeling of READ MORE
Sleep apnea is not a diagnosis that is treated by Chiropractors. However, many patients report that they do better when they are under Chiropractic care. They have a feeling of calmness and relaxation after a treatment and some with a lasting effect.
How do you know if your ankle is out of place?
Any concern about dislocation or fracture should be ruled out with evaluation medical and with possible Xrays or other diagnostic tests. These cases should be seen first at a ER READ MORE
Any concern about dislocation or fracture should be ruled out with evaluation medical and with possible Xrays or other diagnostic tests. These cases should be seen first at a ER or Urgent care.
How do you know if your body is out of alignment?
I don't like the term "alignment." In my opinion, treating the spine is about function. Everybody's spine is different and responds differently. The goal is to make the spine work READ MORE
I don't like the term "alignment." In my opinion, treating the spine is about function. Everybody's spine is different and responds differently. The goal is to make the spine work well within its own structural parameters. Stretching, exercises, posture, habits, and activities of daily living can make a difference. It is important to get help from a licensed professional. Doctors of Chiropractic (DC) are trained to diagnose and treat all the areas of the neuromuscular skeletal system and can assist in developing a program for your individual needs.
Can you walk with a dislocated ankle?
Any concern about dislocation or fracture should be ruled out with evaluation medically and with possible Xrays or other diagnostic tests. These cases should be seen first at a READ MORE
Any concern about dislocation or fracture should be ruled out with evaluation medically and with possible Xrays or other diagnostic tests. These cases should be seen first at a ER or Urgent care. Fracture or dislocations should be treated medical. After resolution of the condition or ruling out of fracture or dislocation then it can be determined if conservative care can be instituted.
Can a chiropractor help with a sprained ankle?
Sprains and strains through out the body respond well to Chiropractic treatment and management.
Can you pop a dislocated ankle back into place?
Any concern about dislocation or fracture should be ruled out with evaluation medically and with possible Xrays or other diagnostic tests. These cases should be seen first at a READ MORE
Any concern about dislocation or fracture should be ruled out with evaluation medically and with possible Xrays or other diagnostic tests. These cases should be seen first at a ER or Urgent care. Fracture or dislocations should be treated medical. After resolution of the condition or ruling out of fracture or dislocation then it can be determined if conservative care can be instituted.
Can chiropractors help with ankle dislocation?
Any concern about dislocation or fracture should be ruled out with evaluation medically and with possible Xrays or other diagnostic tests. These cases should be seen first at a READ MORE
Any concern about dislocation or fracture should be ruled out with evaluation medically and with possible Xrays or other diagnostic tests. These cases should be seen first at a ER or Urgent care. Fracture or dislocations should be treated medical. After resolution of the condition or ruling out of fracture or dislocation then it can be determined if conservative care can be instituted.
Should I see a chiropractor for neck pain?
A large percent of patients who go to Chiropractic are there for neck pain. This sound on the surface like an easy question to answer, but in fact it is the most difficult to answer. READ MORE
A large percent of patients who go to Chiropractic are there for neck pain.
This sound on the surface like an easy question to answer, but in fact it is the most difficult to answer. The process of evaluating any condition begins with the consultation. When did the problem start? What was the initiating incident that caused the problem? Was there in prior problems with the area of complaint including adjacent areas? With the neck this means the shoulders, upper and mid back. In most cases there are additional questions. Then begins the examination which includes palpation, range of motion, orthopedic tests and possible imaging tests. All of these go into determining the diagnosis, need for additional evaluations, need for treatment and establishing a treatment plan. Finally evaluating effects of the treatments. This is a simplified statement of what need to be done for any condition and then now long it takes to receive results will become apparent.
This sound on the surface like an easy question to answer, but in fact it is the most difficult to answer. The process of evaluating any condition begins with the consultation. When did the problem start? What was the initiating incident that caused the problem? Was there in prior problems with the area of complaint including adjacent areas? With the neck this means the shoulders, upper and mid back. In most cases there are additional questions. Then begins the examination which includes palpation, range of motion, orthopedic tests and possible imaging tests. All of these go into determining the diagnosis, need for additional evaluations, need for treatment and establishing a treatment plan. Finally evaluating effects of the treatments. This is a simplified statement of what need to be done for any condition and then now long it takes to receive results will become apparent.
Should I wrap a sprained ankle at night?
All sprains and strains have degrees of tearing of tissue and the amount of tearing dictates short and long term healing and treatment protocol. Any supports applied are dictated READ MORE
All sprains and strains have degrees of tearing of tissue and the amount of tearing dictates short and long term healing and treatment protocol. Any supports applied are dictated by the degree of tearing. The amount of tearing dictates the treatment protocol instituted. Minor sprain and strains are 1 to 10 percent of tissue torn and are treated with conservative treatment including bracing for a short term and to protect from additional tearing and to reduce pain. Moderated are 10 to 25 percent. Major sprains or strains are 25 to 50 percent of tissue torn. I isn't classified as torn until more than 50 percent is torn. It is a complete tear and requires surgery if it is more than 75 percent of the tissue.
Do ankle sprains ever fully heal?
All sprains and strains have degrees of tearing of tissue and the amount of tearing dictates short and long term healing. The amount of tearing dictates the treatment protocol READ MORE
All sprains and strains have degrees of tearing of tissue and the amount of tearing dictates short and long term healing. The amount of tearing dictates the treatment protocol instituted. Minor sprain and strains are 1 to 10 percent of tissue torn. Moderated are 10 to 25 percent. Major sprains or strains are 25 to 50 percent of tissue torn. I isn't classified as torn until more than 50 percent is torn. It is a complete tear and requires surgery if it is more than 75 percent of the tissue.
How can I stop neuropathic pain?
The question that needs to be answered is what is causing the pain and what needs to be done to treat it properly for the best results. Who diagnosed it as Neuropathic? Neuropathic READ MORE
The question that needs to be answered is what is causing the pain and what needs to be done to treat it properly for the best results. Who diagnosed it as Neuropathic? Neuropathic diagnosis is rare for a teenager and means that the nerve is permanently damaged. However, nerves are aggravated many times and cause pain. This may be associated with a lot of pain and yet respond quickly to Chiropractic treatment.
Is chiropractic good for headaches?
Headaches are a major portion of all Chiropractic offices. I personally treat patients with headaches. Some respond quickly to chiropractic and some don't and need longer term READ MORE
Headaches are a major portion of all Chiropractic offices. I personally treat patients with headaches. Some respond quickly to chiropractic and some don't and need longer term care. However, headaches need to be evaluated to determine if they need further diagnosis or if they will respond to Chiropractic.
What muscles are weak in rounded shoulders?
Rounded shoulder is a postural condition unless there has been trauma or disease and these should be evaluated. Posture is changing your life style. Quick can be obtained only READ MORE
Rounded shoulder is a postural condition unless there has been trauma or disease and these should be evaluated. Posture is changing your life style. Quick can be obtained only if recent. Maintenance requires work over time. Posture is very important sitting and standing. One method is to put your back to the wall and go into military posture, stomach in, shoulders back and head touching with chin tucked. In my opinion treating the spine is about function. Everybody's spine is different and responds differently. The goal is to make the spine work well within its own structural parameters. Stretching, exercises, posture, habits and activities of daily living can make a difference. It is important to get help from a licensed professional. Doctors of Chiropractic (DC) are trained to diagnose and treat all the areas of the neuromuscular skeletal
Is it too late to fix your posture?
Postural condition that needs to be evaluated if there is a history of trauma or disease and these should be evaluated. Otherwise posture is changing your life style. Quick can READ MORE
Postural condition that needs to be evaluated if there is a history of trauma or disease and these should be evaluated. Otherwise posture is changing your life style. Quick can be obtained only if recent. Maintenance requires work over time. Posture is very important sitting and standing. One method is to put your back to the wall and go into military posture, stomach in, shoulders back and head touching with chin tucked. In my opinion treating the spine is about function. Everybody's spine is different and responds differently. The goal is to make the spine work well within its own structural parameters. Stretching, exercises, posture, habits and activities of daily living can make a difference. It is important to get help from a licensed professional. Doctors of Chiropractic (DC) are trained to diagnose and treat all the areas of the neuromuscular skeletal
What is the fastest way to fix forward head posture?
Posture is changing your life style. Quick can be obtained only if recent. Maintenance requires work over time. Posture is very important sitting and standing. One method is to READ MORE
Posture is changing your life style. Quick can be obtained only if recent. Maintenance requires work over time. Posture is very important sitting and standing. One method is to put your back to the wall and go into military posture, stomach in, shoulders back and head touching with chin tucked. In my opinion treating the spine is about function. Everybody's spine is different and responds differently. The goal is to make the spine work well within its own structural parameters. Stretching, exercises, posture, habits and activities of daily living can make a difference. It is important to get help from a licensed professional. Doctors of Chiropractic (DC) are trained to diagnose and treat all the areas of the neuromuscular skeletal
How do I stop forward slouching?
Slouching is Posture. A postural condition that needs to be evaluated if there is a history of trauma or disease and these should be evaluated. Otherwise posture is changing your READ MORE
Slouching is Posture. A postural condition that needs to be evaluated if there is a history of trauma or disease and these should be evaluated. Otherwise posture is changing your life style. Quick can be obtained only if recent. Maintenance requires work over time. Posture is very important sitting and standing. One method is to put your back to the wall and go into military posture, stomach in, shoulders back and head touching with chin tucked. In my opinion treating the spine is about function. Everybody's spine is different and responds differently. The goal is to make the spine work well within its own structural parameters. Stretching, exercises, posture, habits and activities of daily living can make a difference. It is important to get help from a licensed professional. Doctors of Chiropractic (DC) are trained to diagnose and treat all the areas of the neuromuscular skeletal
How often should I wear a posture corrector?
Postural condition that needs to be evaluated if there is a history of trauma or disease and these should be evaluated. Otherwise posture is changing your life style. Quick can READ MORE
Postural condition that needs to be evaluated if there is a history of trauma or disease and these should be evaluated. Otherwise posture is changing your life style. Quick can be obtained only if recent. Maintenance requires work over time. Posture is very important sitting and standing. One method is to put your back to the wall and go into military posture, stomach in, shoulders back and head touching with chin tucked. In my opinion treating the spine is about function. Everybody's spine is different and responds differently. The goal is to make the spine work well within its own structural parameters. Stretching, exercises, posture, habits and activities of daily living can make a difference. It is important to get help from a licensed professional. Doctors of Chiropractic (DC) are trained to diagnose and treat all the areas of the neuromuscular skeletal
How long does it take to correct posture?
Postural condition that needs to be evaluated if there is a history of trauma or disease and these should be evaluated. Otherwise posture is changing your life style. Quick can READ MORE
Postural condition that needs to be evaluated if there is a history of trauma or disease and these should be evaluated. Otherwise posture is changing your life style. Quick can be obtained only if recent. Maintenance requires work over time. Posture is very important sitting and standing. One method is to put your back to the wall and go into military posture, stomach in, shoulders back and head touching with chin tucked. In my opinion treating the spine is about function. Everybody's spine is different and responds differently. The goal is to make the spine work well within its own structural parameters. Stretching, exercises, posture, habits and activities of daily living can make a difference. It is important to get help from a licensed professional. Doctors of Chiropractic (DC) are trained to diagnose and treat all the areas of the neuromuscular skeletal
Are hot baths good for pinched nerves?
25. The question that needs to be answered is what is causing the "pinching" and what needs to be done to treat it properly for the best results. I don't like using the term "pinched READ MORE
25. The question that needs to be answered is what is causing the "pinching" and what needs to be done to treat it properly for the best results. I don't like using the term "pinched nerve". Pain does not mean the nerve is "pinched". If the nerve is actually "pinch" it is a possible surgical case. Even if the nerve is in a position where it appears to be trapped on an MRI or CAT doesn't mean it is "pinched". The condition needs to be assessed on how the nerve is functioning. Pain is not the best criteria for assenting function. However, nerves are aggravated many times and may be associated with a lot of pain and yet respond quickly to Chiropractic treatment. Hot baths is an effective treatment under the right controls.
Can massage make a pinched nerve worse?
The question that needs to be answered is what is causing the "pinching" and what needs to be done to treat it properly for the best results. I don't like using the term "pinched READ MORE
The question that needs to be answered is what is causing the "pinching" and what needs to be done to treat it properly for the best results. I don't like using the term "pinched nerve". Pain does not mean the nerve is "pinched". If the nerve is actually "pinch" it is a possible surgical case. Even if the nerve is in a position where it appears to be trapped on an MRI or CAT doesn't mean it is "pinched". The condition needs to be assessed on how the nerve is functioning. Pain is not the best criteria for assenting function. However, nerves are aggravated many times and may be associated with a lot of pain and yet respond quickly to Chiropractic treatment. Massage is an effective treatment under the right controls.
