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Dr. Bradley M. Shepherd, D.C.

Chiropractor

Dr. Bradley Shepherd is a chiropractor practicing in Las Cruces, NM. Dr. Shepherd specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating conditions associated with the neuromusculoskeletal system while improving each patient's functionality and quality of life. Conditions treated include sciatica, neck pain, and arthritis pain, among many others. He specializes in nutrition and offers meridian therapy. Dr. Shepherd seeks to reduce pain and discomfort through manipulation and adjustment of the spine. Through nutrition, he seeks to improve quality of life. Nutrition can help with weight loss, headaches, fatigue, blood pressure, sugar handling, digestion, and many other health complaints.
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16 years Experience
Dr. Bradley M. Shepherd, D.C.
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  • Chiropractor
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • Logan University
  • Accepting new patients

I am having pain in my calf muscles. What is the treatment recommended to get relief?

Pain is your body's warning signal. The treatment recommendations should be determined after a detailed history and examination are completed. Once a proper diagnosis is made, READ MORE
Pain is your body's warning signal. The treatment recommendations should be determined after a detailed history and examination are completed. Once a proper diagnosis is made, a treatment recommendation can be proposed.

Can a chiropractor help in treating pain due to weight gain?

A chiropractor can help by taking a thorough history and doing a comprehensive examination, perhaps including an nutritional evaluation. A chiropractor can deliver a treatment READ MORE
A chiropractor can help by taking a thorough history and doing a comprehensive examination, perhaps including an nutritional evaluation. A chiropractor can deliver a treatment called an adjustment to help relieve some of the tension and pain in your low back. A good chiropractor will help you identify why you are gaining weight, and help you with a weight loss program. Again, a good history and examination is of utmost importance.

Is neuropathy in hand normal after am adjustment?

This is a difficult question to answer without a more thorough history and examination. It may be related, but it could also be due to something completely different. I would READ MORE
This is a difficult question to answer without a more thorough history and examination. It may be related, but it could also be due to something completely different. I would get a second opinion by a health care professional that will do a complete history and examination, including MRI examination of the neck to determine the cause of your symptoms. Once that information is obtained your questions may be answered.

Can a chiropractor help with spondalytis?

That depends on whether it is anklyosing or not (I know that is an uncommon term, but it basically means that the bones have fused together). A chiropractor can take a good history READ MORE
That depends on whether it is anklyosing or not (I know that is an uncommon term, but it basically means that the bones have fused together). A chiropractor can take a good history and to a good examination to determine whether it is ankylosing spondylitis (more common in men than women) or some other spondylosis (similar word, meaning a problem with the spine). The examination would most likely have to include x-rays (unless you have images or a report of a recent x-ray examination) or MRIs.

After running, my ankles get a shooting pain. Can a chiropractor help?

A chiropractor may be able to give you some temporary relief, but until you stop running, I'm going to guess that this problem will persist and worsen. You may need nutritional READ MORE
A chiropractor may be able to give you some temporary relief, but until you stop running, I'm going to guess that this problem will persist and worsen. You may need nutritional support targeting bones, joints, and ligaments. Pain usually indicates injury. You need to have it checked out. A good chiropractor will ask a lot of questions, do a thorough examination, and make recommendations including dietary supplements to help support bones, ligaments, and joints, and give you alternative exercises. I never recommend running as an exercise.

I have a slight pain in my elbows and I don’t understand what is causing it. What should I do?

Pain is your body's way of telling you there is a problem. You should get it checked out by a health care professional that specializes in musculoskeletal conditions. A chiropractor READ MORE
Pain is your body's way of telling you there is a problem. You should get it checked out by a health care professional that specializes in musculoskeletal conditions. A chiropractor or sports chiropractor is a good place to start.

What can I do for muscle soreness around my thighs?

This is a difficult question to answer without a more complete history and examination. Some of the questions to ask would be is this a "workout" soreness, or an "I injured myself" READ MORE
This is a difficult question to answer without a more complete history and examination. Some of the questions to ask would be is this a "workout" soreness, or an "I injured myself" type of pain. What is your nutrition like? Are you getting enough vitamins? Are you out of shape, or do you exercise regularly? These are things that your chiropractor should help you determine.

I am having knee pain after dancing in heels. What should I do?

Pain is your body's way of telling you something is wrong. You need to get it checked out.

Can a chiropractor help with migraines?

A good chiropractor will take a thorough history and perform a comprehensive examination to determine the underlying causes and triggers of your headaches. Only then can good READ MORE
A good chiropractor will take a thorough history and perform a comprehensive examination to determine the underlying causes and triggers of your headaches. Only then can good recommendations for treatment be suggested. There are some dietary supplements that may help, too--so consider that when you are speaking with your chiropractor.

Can a chiropractor help in treating migraines?

A good chiropractor will take a detailed history and do a thorough examination. This will help him/her determine 1) if it's a migraine, 2) what type of headache it is, and 3) READ MORE
A good chiropractor will take a detailed history and do a thorough examination. This will help him/her determine 1) if it's a migraine, 2) what type of headache it is, and 3) the origins of the headaches. After this is determined, appropriate treatment recommendations can be made. This could involve chiropractic adjustments, dietary recommendations, and stress management.

What would cause middle of the night severe knee pain?

This could be a variety of things. You really need to have it checked out. Some of the questions to answer would be do you run for exercise? How often and how far? Do you have READ MORE
This could be a variety of things. You really need to have it checked out. Some of the questions to answer would be do you run for exercise? How often and how far? Do you have a family history of this? Is there swelling or discoloration? A good thorough history is vital, as is a comprehensive examination of the knee, hips, ankles, feet, and possibly some blood work and a urinalysis.

Why do I have back pain while eating?

There could be several different causes for pain. Regardless, pain is your body's warning system, telling you something is wrong. It should be checked out. It may be something READ MORE
There could be several different causes for pain. Regardless, pain is your body's warning system, telling you something is wrong. It should be checked out. It may be something as simple as posture. It could be problems with digestion. A detailed history and examination should be done by your chiropractor. Then, a diagnosis can be made, and the appropriate recommendations can be suggested.

My mother in law has severe pain in her hips. Can a chiropractor help?

One can never be too old to benefit from chiropractic treatment. Having said that, a detailed history and examination are a must before treatment recommendations are made.

Can a chiropractor help me with my neck pain?

Before any manipulation is done, a thorough history and examination should be performed. Once risk factors are ruled out, you may be a good candidate for chiropractic treatment. READ MORE
Before any manipulation is done, a thorough history and examination should be performed. Once risk factors are ruled out, you may be a good candidate for chiropractic treatment.

Can stress be the reason for back pain?

Stress effects the entire body, so yes there may be a connection. A holistic health care professional, including chiropractors, may be able to help.

How can a chiropractor help me treat my hip pain?

First, a chiropractor should take a detailed history and perform a thorough examination. Once a diagnosis is made, the appropriate treatment can be recommended.

My mother's back is hunching. Can a chiropractor help?

A chiropractor can do a thorough examination to determine the cause. Depending on my exam findings (if I were treating), I may recommend an x-ray examination and a DEXA scan before READ MORE
A chiropractor can do a thorough examination to determine the cause. Depending on my exam findings (if I were treating), I may recommend an x-ray examination and a DEXA scan before any hands-on treatments. I would want to rule out osteoporosis before any treatment.

Can a chiropractor help with lower abdominal pain?

Hopefully a chiropractor can take a thorough history and do a good examination to determine the cause of your pain. In some states, chiropractors can diagnose and treat non-musculoskeletal READ MORE
Hopefully a chiropractor can take a thorough history and do a good examination to determine the cause of your pain. In some states, chiropractors can diagnose and treat non-musculoskeletal conditions, and in others they cannot. You may have a problem with both. Again, hard to say without a history and exam.

Is homeopathy a good option for treating muscular pains and aches?

There is little research that shows the effectiveness of homeopathic treatments. I would try something that has proven results. Treatment should only be considered after a detailed READ MORE
There is little research that shows the effectiveness of homeopathic treatments. I would try something that has proven results. Treatment should only be considered after a detailed history and examination are completed. I would go to a chiropractor for an examination and treatment recommendations.

I have stiffness in my neck. Will an over the counter medication help?

I'm going to be a little tongue-in-cheek here... If your neck hurts, something is wrong. OTC pain medication may alleviate the pain, but it won't "fix" the problem. If there READ MORE
I'm going to be a little tongue-in-cheek here... If your neck hurts, something is wrong. OTC pain medication may alleviate the pain, but it won't "fix" the problem. If there is no soreness, only stiffness, then OTC pain medication will likely to absolutely nothing for you, with the exception of the side effects. Regardless, a good chiropractor will take a detailed history and do a thorough examination to help you determine the underlying cause of your discomfort, and treat you appropriately. It could be a simple thing, like muscle stiffness, or joint dysfunction. It could be something serious like meningitis.