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Dr. Jeffery Patrick Jones, D.C,

Chiropractor

Dr. Jeffery Jones is a Chiropractor practicing in Madison, MS for over 35 years. Dr. Jones 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. Jones seeks to reduce pain and discomfort through manipulation and adjustment of the spine. Dr. Jones also employs several other chiropractors that have additional training in neurology, active release technique, myofascial release, functional medicine, chiropractic pediatrics, treatment of pre and post-natal women laser therapy, spinal decompression and neuropathy.
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41 years Experience
Dr. Jeffery Patrick Jones, D.C,
  • Madison, MS
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  • Accepting new patients

How do I stop my pelvis from rotating?

Pelvic rotation is caused by weak core muscles along with a functional (acquired) short leg which creates unequal weight bearing and bad posture. This can be corrected with regular READ MORE
Pelvic rotation is caused by weak core muscles along with a functional (acquired) short leg which creates unequal weight bearing and bad posture. This can be corrected with regular chiropractic treatment and core strengthening exercise.

Yours in Health,

Doc J

My shoulder pain is getting worse without chiropractic?

If the shoulder pain was improving with chiropractic, but now is worse without it, you may have an inflamed cervical disc causing nerve root irritation to the shoulder. If you READ MORE
If the shoulder pain was improving with chiropractic, but now is worse without it, you may have an inflamed cervical disc causing nerve root irritation to the shoulder. If you can't see another chiro, I suggest seeing your M.D. for anti-inflammatories until you can resume chiro treatment.

Yours in health,

Doc J

How can I crack my lower back like a chiropractor?

You can't. No possible way.

Your in health,

Doc J

How does a chiropractor adjust your pelvis?

There are several techniques for adjusting the pelvic area. The two most commonly used are Gonstead and Thompson. Both are hands on. The chiropractor analyzes the pelvic area to READ MORE
There are several techniques for adjusting the pelvic area. The two most commonly used are Gonstead and Thompson. Both are hands on. The chiropractor analyzes the pelvic area to determine the listing, i.e., type of misalignment then places his/her hands on the correct contact point of the articulation, i.e., joint. They would then use the appropriate line of drive with the correct amount of pressure and thrust to realign the pelvis. It is a very simple and painless maneuver.

Yours in health,

Doc J

Why does my pelvis keep shifting?

This is usually caused by unequal weight bearing due to one leg being shorter than the other lending to tilting and rotation of the lower spine and pelvis. There are two types READ MORE
This is usually caused by unequal weight bearing due to one leg being shorter than the other lending to tilting and rotation of the lower spine and pelvis. There are two types of short leg syndrome. Anatomical and functional i.e. acquired. Anatomical is not very common. It is when, during the developmental and growth phase, one log actually grows longer than the other which can be corrected the majority of times with a heel lift. The functional or acquired short leg is the most common and is caused by musculoskeletal imbalance. This can be corrected fairly easily with regular chiropractic treatment in conjunction with core strengthening exercises. If the condition goes untreated it can lead to the development of lower back, hip and leg pain. It also predisposes the person to the possible formation of spinal curvature and scoliosis.

Yours in health,

Doc J

What should I avoid if I have sciatica?

Two things. Avoid heavy lifting, and don't have anything in your back pocket thicker than a handkerchief. When you sit on something like a wallet, it causes the pelvis to project READ MORE
Two things. Avoid heavy lifting, and don't have anything in your back pocket thicker than a handkerchief. When you sit on something like a wallet, it causes the pelvis to project forward on that side lending to sacroiliac joint misalignment and spinal rotation. The sciatic nerve passes over this joint on its way down the leg. If this joint is misaligned it causes muscle and ligament contraction that will irritate the sciatic nerve. Avoid heavy lifting because it could also be a lumbar disc problem. See a chiropractor before it gets worse and it will. Medication may help for awhile, but it will come back.

Yours in health,

Doc J

Can a rib pop back into place?

It is possible by stretching bending forward bowing the upper spine while hugging yourself followed by extending the chest while projecting your arms behind you. Do this repeatedly READ MORE
It is possible by stretching bending forward bowing the upper spine while hugging yourself followed by extending the chest while projecting your arms behind you. Do this repeatedly a few times. If it doesn't work see a chiropractor.

Yours in health,

Doc J

How do you pop your middle back?

You can't, but you can stretch it to increase joint mobility. Look online like at Amazon or at therabandacademy.com for a stealth roller. The only person that can effectively adjust READ MORE
You can't, but you can stretch it to increase joint mobility. Look online like at Amazon or at therabandacademy.com for a stealth roller. The only person that can effectively adjust the spine is a chiropractor.

Yours in health,

Doc J

Can chiropractors straighten my spine?

Yes, they can, but it takes time and patience. There are three things to ask: Is it possible to straighten, reduce or keep from advancing. These are important questions because READ MORE
Yes, they can, but it takes time and patience. There are three things to ask: Is it possible to straighten, reduce or keep from advancing. These are important questions because there are different kinds of spinal curvatures. Simple, rotatory, functional and non-functional. Age is also a factor. I have resolved curvatures in children less than 12 years old in as little as six months, but a person your age has taken 12+ months. Periodic X-rays should be taken at least every 3 months to document progress and to revise the treatment protocol if needed.

Yours in health,

Doc J

When should you get shoulder pain checked?

If it has been continuous, it should be checked soon. Several things can cause shoulder pain. Nerve irritation from the neck, small rotator cuff tear, fixation of the shoulder READ MORE
If it has been continuous, it should be checked soon. Several things can cause shoulder pain. Nerve irritation from the neck, small rotator cuff tear, fixation of the shoulder blade, or an underlying heart condition.

Yours in health,

Doc J

Can a chiropractor put your shoulder back in place?

Most of the time they can. It depends on the level of muscle and ligament contraction. I have adjusted many dislocated shoulders with good success, but I have also had some that READ MORE
Most of the time they can. It depends on the level of muscle and ligament contraction. I have adjusted many dislocated shoulders with good success, but I have also had some that were so severe that the patient had to be sedated and treated by an orthopedic.

Yours in health,

Doc J

Can a chiropractor fix costochondritis?

As you probably know, costochondritis is an inflammation mainly of the articulations of the ribs to the sternum. It can also be felt in the back where the ribs connect to the spine. READ MORE
As you probably know, costochondritis is an inflammation mainly of the articulations of the ribs to the sternum. It can also be felt in the back where the ribs connect to the spine. From a chiropractic standpoint, it is caused by contracture of the muscles and ligaments at these connections. This can trigger dislocation of the rib heads, lending to lack of normal motion. A chiropractor can adjust these misalignments therefore increasing mobility. They will also instruct you in specific stretching exercises to further improve mobility.

Yours in health,

Doc J

Can chiropractors adjust wrists?

Yes. Chiropractors are trained to adjust every joint articulation in the body. Adjusting the wrist helps to relieve the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome which aids in avoiding READ MORE
Yes. Chiropractors are trained to adjust every joint articulation in the body. Adjusting the wrist helps to relieve the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome which aids in avoiding the probability of surgery.

Yours in health,

Doc J

How do you realign your back?

Simple. Have a chiropractic evaluation and follow his/her recommendations.

Yours in health,

Doc J

How do you pop your hips?

When you refer to your hips, I take it that you are talking about the sacroiliac articulation (joint). You can't "pop" it, but you can stretch the muscles surrounding it by lying READ MORE
When you refer to your hips, I take it that you are talking about the sacroiliac articulation (joint). You can't "pop" it, but you can stretch the muscles surrounding it by lying flat on your back. Take one leg and bring it across your body, bend the leg, and grab the knee pulling it toward your chest. Same for the other side. As far as adjusting and aligning the pelvis, you should see a chiropractor.

Yours in health,

Doc J

Is it bad if your back cracks a lot?

It depends. If you are intentionally doing this on your own, like someone twisting their own neck with their hands, then the answer is yes. Forcibly "cracking" your back will cause READ MORE
It depends. If you are intentionally doing this on your own, like someone twisting their own neck with their hands, then the answer is yes. Forcibly "cracking" your back will cause vertebra to move out of normal position, eventually creating problems. Now, if your back "cracks" just from normal movement then that is hypermobility of the joints and is not harmful. In that situation, you need to perform core strengthening exercises on a regular basis to tone the muscles and ligaments surrounding the joints. Visit therabandacademy.com and there you will find the exercises you need.

Yours in health,

Doc J

Do I need a massage or chiropractor for a stiff neck?

It depends. Was it due to an injury or did you just wakeup with it? If it is the latter, massage should be fine, but if it doesn't help or causes the pain and stiffness to worsen, READ MORE
It depends. Was it due to an injury or did you just wakeup with it? If it is the latter, massage should be fine, but if it doesn't help or causes the pain and stiffness to worsen, I would see a chiropractor. If due to injury, definitely chiro.

Yours in health,

Doc J

Can chiropractic care worsen a herniated disk?

In my 37 years of practice, I am proud to say that I have not had one case where chiropractic treatment worsened a herniated disc. The treatment will either help or do nothing READ MORE
In my 37 years of practice, I am proud to say that I have not had one case where chiropractic treatment worsened a herniated disc. The treatment will either help or do nothing at all, but I believe it is definitely worth a try before giving in to surgery. It really depends on the severity and longevity of the herniated disc. I have had cases that were so severe that I wasn't sure if it would help or not, but I would allow the patient two weeks to show improvement. Most of these severe cases had excellent outcomes but others were so advanced that surgery was the only solution. If you choose to try chiropractic, find one that uses spinal decompression and/or lumbar traction, decompression works best. Also, if they offer non-invasive laser therapy, that would be a plus.

Yours in health,

Doc J

How long does it take for a herniated disc to reabsorb?

It depends on the severity of the herniation and your physical shape. Also, the type of daily activity performed. Sometimes it only takes a few weeks for retraction of the nucleus READ MORE
It depends on the severity of the herniation and your physical shape. Also, the type of daily activity performed. Sometimes it only takes a few weeks for retraction of the nucleus and then it could take months. Good nutrition and light exercise combined with regular chiropractic treatment can speed up recovery.

Understand, a disc is made of two parts, the annulus, which is cartilage, contains the nucleus, which is the cushion or soft part. Once this retracts, the tear in the annulus must have time to scar over to once again contain the nucleus.

Yours in health,

Doc J

How can I realign my posture?

Bad postural hygiene has two main components. One is the alteration of the normal spinal curves and the presence of vertebral subluxations. The second is weak core muscles. With READ MORE
Bad postural hygiene has two main components. One is the alteration of the normal spinal curves and the presence of vertebral subluxations. The second is weak core muscles. With this combination when a person tries to stand or sit correctly it causes discomfort and fatigue. I would suggest seeing a chiropractor who can detect, diagnose, and correct the spinal component. He/she can also advise you on specific core strengthening exercises. Good personal trainers are also an excellent consideration for core strengthening. Therabandacademy.com is a website where you can join for free to obtain specific exercise instructions along with inexpensive equipment.

Yours in health,
Doc J