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Mr. Eric Miller, DC

Chiropractor

Dr. Eric Miller is a top Chiropractor in Orland Park, . With a passion for the field and an unwavering commitment to his specialty, Dr. Eric Miller is an expert in changing the lives of his patients for the better. Through their designated cause and expertise in the field, Dr. Eric Miller is a prime example of a true leader in healthcare. As a leader and expert in the field of Chiropractic, Dr. Eric Miller is passionate about enhancing patient quality of life. He and his staff embody the values of communication, safety, and trust when dealing directly with patients. In Orland Park, Illinois, Dr. Eric Miller is a true asset to his field and is dedicated to the profession of medicine and chiropractic.
33 years Experience
Mr. Eric Miller, DC
  • Orland Park, Illinois
  • National University of Health Science
  • Accepting new patients

How do chiropractors adjust knees?

Chiropractors can adjust knees just like any other joint. The physician will find the restricted motion and perform an adjustment which applies a gentle force to the restriction READ MORE
Chiropractors can adjust knees just like any other joint. The physician will find the restricted motion and perform an adjustment which applies a gentle force to the restriction and helps to free the joint motion.

Do you feel immediate relief after chiropractic adjustment?

Hello. The answer is that it depends on how much pain you have before the adjustment. If your condition is just a simple misalignment without much inflammation and muscle response, READ MORE
Hello. The answer is that it depends on how much pain you have before the adjustment. If your condition is just a simple misalignment without much inflammation and muscle response, then the first manipulation should make it feel a little better immediately, but you may be a little sore from stretching tissue that is not used to that range of motion about an hour later or so. Each adjustment after the first should improve the symptoms and function. Mostt of my patients love the neck adjustment!

What helps pain after chiropractic adjustment?

If you are sore after an adjustment, try icing the area and stretching the surrounding muscles. Take some ibuprofen to decrease the inflammation if you can. Get back to the Chiropractor READ MORE
If you are sore after an adjustment, try icing the area and stretching the surrounding muscles. Take some ibuprofen to decrease the inflammation if you can. Get back to the Chiropractor as soon as possible and let them know what happened and continue correction.

Can chiropractic help forward head posture?

Hello. Yea, Chiropractic can help you to reduce your forward head posture. A few adjustments will not do it. You will need to follow a regime of spinal adjustments, stretching READ MORE
Hello. Yea, Chiropractic can help you to reduce your forward head posture. A few adjustments will not do it. You will need to follow a regime of spinal adjustments, stretching and strengthening to change posture.

Would a chiropractor help lower back pain?

Absolutely. Chiropractic care is one of the most effective treatments for lower back pain.

Can going to the chiropractor relieve stress?

Yes. Reducing stress on the nervous system produced by misalignments of the spinal column can help to reduce your overall stress.

What is the fastest way to relieve back pain?

The fastest way to improving your back pain is to find out what is causing the pain and correct the problem with a combination of manipulation, stretching and strengthening. Consult READ MORE
The fastest way to improving your back pain is to find out what is causing the pain and correct the problem with a combination of manipulation, stretching and strengthening. Consult a good Chiropractor and have an exam to determine an accurate diagnosis and a proper treatment plan.

Can a chiropractor damage your spine?

An adjustment if performed properly to an area that has been deemed safe for an adjustment should never do harm. Dr. Eric Miller -Orland Park, IL

Is laying on hard floor good for your back?

Not necessarily. Sometimes lying on a hard surface can help create a little traction in the lower back and it might help to relax the lower back muscles, but it does not correct READ MORE
Not necessarily. Sometimes lying on a hard surface can help create a little traction in the lower back and it might help to relax the lower back muscles, but it does not correct misalignment issues or change arthritic or discal issues. Give it a try to see for yourself. It shouldnt cause any problems.

Can you push a herniated disc back into place?

No, you cannot push a disc back in place but you can change the pressure in the disc that caused it to bulge and reduce the bulge.

Can chiropractors help with ankle pain?

Absolutely. Chiropractors work with all joints.

Why do my back hurts worse after the chiropractor?

It really depends on how inflamed the area is before the adjustment is made and how long it has been since last adjustment. It is not uncommon to be sore after an aggressive adjustment READ MORE
It really depends on how inflamed the area is before the adjustment is made and how long it has been since last adjustment. It is not uncommon to be sore after an aggressive adjustment or after an adjustment to a really inflamed area. The adjustments should not be painful usually after the first 2-3 adjustments unless there is unusual circumstances. You may want to try a different Chiropractor if the one treating you now isnt helping.

Can a chiropractor help with a dislocated shoulder?

Hopefully the physician that diagnosed the dislocated shoulder put the shoulder back in place. Now you need therapy to help strengthen the capsule and surrounding rotator cuff READ MORE
Hopefully the physician that diagnosed the dislocated shoulder put the shoulder back in place. Now you need therapy to help strengthen the capsule and surrounding rotator cuff muscles so that it does not dislocate again. Chiropractic and/or Physical Therapy can help with that.

How many hours a day should you wear a posture corrector?

You can wear your posture corrector for around 6-8 hours/day in my opinion. More importantly, you should do pulling type exercises such as rows to strengthen the muscles of the READ MORE
You can wear your posture corrector for around 6-8 hours/day in my opinion. More importantly, you should do pulling type exercises such as rows to strengthen the muscles of the back and between the shoulder blades (traps and rhomboids) and stretch the pecs and anterior delts to bring those shoulders back.

Can a chiropractor help with dislocated rib?

Yes. A good Chiropractor should be able to identify the problem with the rib and correct the problem with either mobilization or manipulation of the effected rib.

When I move my neck I hear a cracking sound. Is it okay?

If you are hearing cracking all the time when you move your neck, chances are there is some misalignment or the vertebrae or narrowing of the joint space such as disc degeneration READ MORE
If you are hearing cracking all the time when you move your neck, chances are there is some misalignment or the vertebrae or narrowing of the joint space such as disc degeneration or facet joint arthritis. Manipulation and stretching of the neck May be very helpful. I hope it helps. Take care and be well. Dr. Eric Miller- Orland Park, IL

Can a neck adjustment help vertigo?

Sometimes cervical spine adjustments can help with vertigo. Often Vestibulobasilar movements can help as well. It really depends on what is causing vertigo. Give it a try.

Lower back pain

Most lower back pain that becomes more severe with prolonged standing is coming from either the sacroiliac joints, the lumbosacral facet joints, or the disc. A Doctor of Chiropractic READ MORE
Most lower back pain that becomes more severe with prolonged standing is coming from either the sacroiliac joints, the lumbosacral facet joints, or the disc. A Doctor of Chiropractic should be able to differentiate between these diagnoses and treat the cause appropriately, I would recommend getting an examination as soon as possible to reduce the chronicity of your problem. Take care and be well.

Lumbar injections

Hello, Have you tried any other treatment besides the epidurals? We provide conservative exams and treatment to find the source of the problem and if possible remove the cause READ MORE
Hello, Have you tried any other treatment besides the epidurals? We provide conservative exams and treatment to find the source of the problem and if possible remove the cause of the pain. We may be able to help. Give us a call at 708-403-2727 to schedule an appointment or just schedule on Zocdoc. We look forward to seeing you soon. Take care and be well. Dr. Eric Miller

What could be the cause of back pain after sleeping?

Many people have increased stiffness and soreness in the lower back after sleeping more than 6 hours. The intervertebral discs are more full of fluid in the morning and when they READ MORE
Many people have increased stiffness and soreness in the lower back after sleeping more than 6 hours. The intervertebral discs are more full of fluid in the morning and when they are compressed when you first get up, there is often more pressure in that area. It usually takes about 45 minutes of being upright before the stiffness subsides. Another problem could be your mattress. A mattress that is too soft or too hard can cause a sore back.