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Manuel Valverde

Chiropractor

Dr. Manuel Valverde is a Chiropractor practicing in St Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Valverde 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. Valverde seeks to reduce pain and discomfort through manipulation and adjustment of the spine.
Manuel Valverde
  • St Petersburg, Florida
  • National University of Health Sciences
  • Accepting new patients

How long does it take a herniated disc to heal without surgery?

The body will heal the herniated disc. Unfortunately it takes several months to heal. This is due to the make up of the disc itself. There is not a lot of blood flow through the READ MORE
The body will heal the herniated disc. Unfortunately it takes several months to heal. This is due to the make up of the disc itself. There is not a lot of blood flow through the disc and this slows the healing process. You can help yourself with proper stretching and exercise.

Can a chiropractor get rid of muscle knots?

Yes, Chiropractors are specialist with muscles and joint pain.

Can you stop frozen shoulder from progressing?

If you are the one with frozen shoulder you should not be having this problem. You should see your primary care doctor for evaluation. If this is for an older individual there READ MORE
If you are the one with frozen shoulder you should not be having this problem. You should see your primary care doctor for evaluation. If this is for an older individual there are therapies that can stop the progression.

How do you treat a dislocated knee cap?

You first should go to the emergency room to have it properly treated. After the knee is properly treated you would begin a rehabilitation process.

Is heat or ice better for a pulled back muscle?

Traditionally you would ice an acute injury for 10-15 min multiple times a day. Make sure that the skin comes back to normal temp before applying ice again. 48-72 hours with ice READ MORE
Traditionally you would ice an acute injury for 10-15 min multiple times a day. Make sure that the skin comes back to normal temp before applying ice again. 48-72 hours with ice before applying heat.

How do chiropractors adjust hips?

Chiropractors have many techniques for adjusting hips and low back. Would depend on the diagnosis of the problem.

How do I loosen up my neck muscles?

Performing range of motion exercises daily is probably the best thing you can do at your age to keep the neck muscles loose. A good chiropractor can evaluate you and give you very READ MORE
Performing range of motion exercises daily is probably the best thing you can do at your age to keep the neck muscles loose. A good chiropractor can evaluate you and give you very specific exercises to perform.

Is it normal to feel pain after chiropractic?

No. You may experience some soreness or tenderness after an adjustment but not pain.

Can a chiropractor fix a dislocated jaw?

Your friend should go to the emergency room to have the jaw properly set and to make sure there are no fractures.

My father is suffering from severe back pain. Can it be treated with manual adjustment of the spine?

A full history and work up would need to be done for your father in order to understand the injury and to come up with a plan that would help him.

How long after a chiropractic adjustment do you feel better?

Depending on what you are seeing the chiropractor for has a lot to do with the results. You should see at least some positive results even after the first treatment. Make sure READ MORE
Depending on what you are seeing the chiropractor for has a lot to do with the results. You should see at least some positive results even after the first treatment. Make sure to discuss exactly how you felt before and after your treatments. Sometimes the doctor will have to modify the treatment to get the best results for each patient.

Do chiropractors offer free consultations?

Some do offer free consultations.