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Dr. Skylar W. Bakko, D.C.
Chiropractor
Dr. Skylar Bakko is a Chiropractor practicing in Davenport, IA. Dr. Bakko 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. Bakko seeks to reduce pain and discomfort through manipulation and adjustment of the spine.
12 years
Experience
Dr. Skylar W. Bakko, D.C.
- Centennial, CO
- The Palmer College of Chiropractic
- Accepting new patients
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How long will sciatica take to heal?
If you’re in severe pain, I usually recommend treatments daily until the pain becomes bearable. Usually in 5-7 treatments the pain comes down significantly.
What causes spinal misalignment?
A short but complicated answer: neurological stress. When the brains out of balance, the body always follows. Physical stress like lifting, poor posture, sitting long periods. READ MORE
A short but complicated answer: neurological stress.
When the brains out of balance, the body always follows. Physical stress like lifting, poor posture, sitting long periods. Chemical stress like a poor diet and even emotional stress allow your spine to go out of alignment.
When the brains out of balance, the body always follows. Physical stress like lifting, poor posture, sitting long periods. Chemical stress like a poor diet and even emotional stress allow your spine to go out of alignment.
Can spinal misalignment cause fatigue?
Absolutely. Misalignments interrupt the flow of communication between the brain and body. Anything that does that can cause strain and fatigue on the body/brain.
How do you self align your hips?
Possibly gentle stretching and strengthening exercises. I love Foundation Training by Dr. Eric Goodman for self strengthening and stretching.
Do chiropractors realign the spine?
Absolutely. It’s their main job. The reason they do that is to de-stress and balance brain and nervous system function. Pain relief is just a great side-effect if your brain and READ MORE
Absolutely. It’s their main job. The reason they do that is to de-stress and balance brain and nervous system function. Pain relief is just a great side-effect if your brain and nervous system being balanced.
How do you pop your hips?
I don’t. I get mine adjusted by my chiropractor. Yes, chiropractors need adjustments, too. I’d suggest you contact one to safely adjust your hips.
Can chiropractors help fatigue?
The cause of the fatigue needs to be determined but that happens to be one of the most common things we work with in our office. I’d check with your chiropractor to see if they READ MORE
The cause of the fatigue needs to be determined but that happens to be one of the most common things we work with in our office. I’d check with your chiropractor to see if they have treatments for chronic fatigue as it might not be a specialty of every chiropractor.
Should I see a chiropractor for leg pain?
As chiropractors can do great work with scoliosis, I’d definitely get an evaluation by one for your leg pain.
Why does my back always hurt?
There can be many causes that can be determined with a proper examination. Some common reasons are poor posture, sitting long periods, poor footwear support, old injuries (car READ MORE
There can be many causes that can be determined with a proper examination. Some common reasons are poor posture, sitting long periods, poor footwear support, old injuries (car accidents), even digestive problems can cause back pain.
Why does my back crack when I turn over in bed?
Twisting of the spine like that can cause releasing of spine and it can ‘crack.’ As long as it’s not creating pain, it’s ok.
Is it bad if your back cracks a lot?
If it cracks a lot, it could be due to weak ligaments or weak muscles around the spine. I’d personally look for a supplement to help promote strong ligaments and suggest exercises READ MORE
If it cracks a lot, it could be due to weak ligaments or weak muscles around the spine. I’d personally look for a supplement to help promote strong ligaments and suggest exercises to strengthen your spinal muscles. I’d also recommend adjustments if needed.
Is it normal to crack your back everyday?
It’s common but it could be due to muscle or ligament weakness in the spine. So it’s not always a good thing for that to happen.
Can playing too many sports cause rheumatic diseases?
It’s common to develop osteoarthritis as we age if we’ve had a more physical life. It also depends on how well you took care of your body while playing. Did you receive regular READ MORE
It’s common to develop osteoarthritis as we age if we’ve had a more physical life. It also depends on how well you took care of your body while playing. Did you receive regular chiropractic care, massage, rehab? Those would also be factors.
How do you get instant relief from neck pain?
An adjustment can often provide quick relief. Otherwise, try light stretching and/or pain relief cream, such as biofreeze or cbd cream.
How often should you go to the chiropractor for a stiff back?
Depending on your discomfort and how stressful your life is, weekly for maintenance would be common. Most of our patients come twice per month for maintenance and some come weekly READ MORE
Depending on your discomfort and how stressful your life is, weekly for maintenance would be common. Most of our patients come twice per month for maintenance and some come weekly because their lives are more demanding.
How can I realign my posture?
I’d recommend adjustments paired with strengthening exercises. Look up Foundation Training on YouTube for great exercises.
How can I check my posture?
Chiropractors can check your posture. There are also decent posture checker apps available for your phone.
Why does a chiropractor crack your back?
“Cracking” or adjusting the back is used to remove interferences in the communication between the brain and the body. The body has an amazing ability to heal and regulate itself. READ MORE
“Cracking” or adjusting the back is used to remove interferences in the communication between the brain and the body. The body has an amazing ability to heal and regulate itself. It does so through the brain and nervous system. Life stressors create blockages in the body’s ability to heal itself. Chiropractors remove those interferences by adjusting (cracking) the spine where your nervous system is housed.
Can a chiropractor help a child with rheumatoid arthritis pain?
If they specialize in working with autoimmune disease, yes. It’s an immune system problem affecting the joints. So you must address the immune system. We specialize in autoimmune READ MORE
If they specialize in working with autoimmune disease, yes. It’s an immune system problem affecting the joints. So you must address the immune system. We specialize in autoimmune disease at our office but that’s not typically common for a chiropractic office.
Can a chiropractor put your shoulder back in place?
I’d refer that to your orthopedist immediately.
