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Matthew Holmes
Chiropractor
Dr. Matthew Holmes is a Chiropractor practicing in Miami, FL. Dr. Holmes 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. Holmes seeks to reduce pain and discomfort through manipulation and adjustment of the spine.
Matthew Holmes
- Miami, FL
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Why does my neck crunch when I roll my head?
It's called crepitus. When you move a joint that has healed from previous trauma. It could also could be pressure created by air bubbles trapped in the joint. When you move, it's READ MORE
It's called crepitus. When you move a joint that has healed from previous trauma. It could also could be pressure created by air bubbles trapped in the joint. When you move, it's released and you hear a "cracking sound."
How should I sleep to fix rounded shoulders?
Sleep with one pillow. More than one cause neck pain.
Can a neck out of alignment cause dizziness?
Yes, sometimes the neck vertebrae can be misaligned and put extra pressure on the brainstem.
Does the posture corrector work?
Yes posture corrector can help. But you need to identify what caused the bad posture to truly correct this problem
What is the fastest way to fix forward head posture?
You should stretch your neck by extending it backwards. It would be the reverse of flexing your head forward.
How do chiropractors adjust ankles?
By using a traction like force on the foot.
How long does it take for a torn meniscus to heal on its own?
It depends where the tear is and the size of the tear. The healing time can take much longer than if you elected to do surgery. Without surgery it can take several months to heal. READ MORE
It depends where the tear is and the size of the tear. The healing time can take much longer than if you elected to do surgery. Without surgery it can take several months to heal.
How do I know if my knee is out of alignment?
Look at the curve of your knees and see if they bow in or bow out. Other than that measure your Q-angle.
How do I know if I pulled a muscle or pinched a nerve?
Muscle pain is localized in one area and nerve pain travels down a limb. Also with nerve pain you feel numbness and tingling.
Can a chiropractor help shoulder tendonitis?
Yes with therapy to bring down inflammation.
How do you realign your elbow?
Extremity adjustment using flexion.
How can I stop my shoulders from hurting at night?
Find out what activities may be causing the pain. Assess your posture. Also, make sure you're not overworking your shoulder muscles without proper rest and nutrition.
Can hanging straighten your spine?
Yes you can hang with arms on a bar or hang upside down. The gravity pulling you down helps stretch the spinal muscle and decompress the spine.
Can I pop my own neck?
You should not do it yourself because of risk of injury. Also when you do it yourself you are not in control so you are risking mobilizing areas of the neck that don't need to READ MORE
You should not do it yourself because of risk of injury. Also when you do it yourself you are not in control so you are risking mobilizing areas of the neck that don't need to be mobilized.
Can a chiropractic adjustment help me sleep better?
A good adjustment allows the body systems to work together more optimally and that can result in better sleep.
Why does a chiropractor crack your neck?
To help relieve pain and create a healthier range of motion.
Is it okay to crack your fingers?
Yes only within its normal range of motion. Any force applied from a bad angle can result in injury.
How do you realign your foot?
Wear arch supports for flat feet or a high arch. Adjustments can provide some relief.
What exercises help herniated discs?
Back extension exercises and core exercises for the abdominals and the hips. More specifically in the hips the glutes and lateral hip muscles.
How can I adjust my wrists myself?
You should always be adjusted by a professional.
