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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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What happens when you don't drink water after adjustment?
Water helps facilitate healing and detoxification which is common after adjustments. If you don’t drink water it can slow the healing process.
Can a chiropractor fix a bulging disc?
Chiropractors typically get great results with disc issues.
Why do I experience extreme exhaustion and pain?
That’s difficult to diagnose without any other information, but one of the most common causes of fatigue is low thyroid function. Getting a full thyroid panel (not just testing READ MORE
That’s difficult to diagnose without any other information, but one of the most common causes of fatigue is low thyroid function. Getting a full thyroid panel (not just testing TSH by itself) including antibody markers is important when properly diagnosing a thyroid issues. If all those numbers are normal there’s a couple next logical things to look at, but that’s the most common reason for fatigue (often misdiagnosed and/or undiagnosed).
There's still pain after cortisone. What should I do?
I would suggest looking into other options such as chiropractic or acupuncture.
Could posture cause lower back pain in children?
Bad posture is a very common reason for pain. It’s something most people don’t consider. I would get an evaluation from a chiropractor and/or physical therapist to talk about spinal READ MORE
Bad posture is a very common reason for pain. It’s something most people don’t consider. I would get an evaluation from a chiropractor and/or physical therapist to talk about spinal alignment and posture strengthening exercises.
Why do adults get scoliosis?
It can be caused by old injuries or repetitive posture over time that change the structure of your spine.
How long does chiropractic treatment take to work for kids?
That difficult to say, especially with sleep issues. Kids tend to heal faster than adults in general, though.
Can I work out after a chiropractic adjustment?
I always recommend at a least a day of rest before jumping back into a heavy workout. I don’t mind some low impact cardio later that day.
Should I go to a chiropractor for a pinched nerve?
Yes. Chiropractors are nerve doctors. Helping with a pinched nerve is very common.
How do you sleep after a chiropractic adjustment?
Typically I hear patients say they sleep extremely well after treatments.
What do you wear to a chiropractor appointment?
You don’t have to wear anything special, but it does help to dress comfortably.
Is chiropractic treatment safe for a 60-year-old?
No one is too young nor too old for chiropractic.
What should I do for my shoulder pain?
You can absolutely get it evaluated by your chiropractor. I work with shoulder issues all the time. Depending on the severity, they might send you to the orthopedist for special READ MORE
You can absolutely get it evaluated by your chiropractor. I work with shoulder issues all the time. Depending on the severity, they might send you to the orthopedist for special imaging.
Is chiropractor treatment good for sciatica?
Chiropractic is one of the best treatments for sciatica.
Is my lower back pain related to my sciatic nerve?
Sciatic nerve issues typically radiate pain into the buttocks and down the leg. There are many other nerves and structures that could be causing your low back pain.
Is it normal to feel worse after chiropractor?
I always warn my patients that it’s typical to feel more sore after their treatment, but it should only last for a day or two.
Is chiropractic treatment best as a complementary therapy?
Chiropractic works great as a stand alone treatment but I sometimes recommend physical therapy, acupuncture, and/or massage. We try to avoid medication as much as possible, because READ MORE
Chiropractic works great as a stand alone treatment but I sometimes recommend physical therapy, acupuncture, and/or massage. We try to avoid medication as much as possible, because medication is meant to be temporary and typically doesn’t heal the root cause of the pain or issue.
How does chiropractic care help a child's cold?
Your brain and nervous system control the effectiveness of your immune system. Chiropractic adjustments helps to strengthen and balance your brain and nervous system. So when that’s READ MORE
Your brain and nervous system control the effectiveness of your immune system. Chiropractic adjustments helps to strengthen and balance your brain and nervous system. So when that’s functioning better, so will your immune system.
What can I do at home for sciatica pain?
I typically recommend a strengthening and stretching routine on YouTube from Dr. Eric Goodman. His program is called Foundation Training. Type in Foundation Training for low back READ MORE
I typically recommend a strengthening and stretching routine on YouTube from Dr. Eric Goodman. His program is called Foundation Training. Type in Foundation Training for low back pain and browse his videos. They work well for helping your body heal the pain, but continue after the pain is gone to prevent it from returning.
Do chiropractors treat chronic neck pain?
Chiropractic treatments typically get great results with neck pain. Pain is controlled in the brain and chiropractic helps to reset/turn off that pain signal.
