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Can you go to the chiropractor in your first trimester?
Yes, you can typically visit a chiropractor during your first trimester of pregnancy. Many women seek chiropractic care to help manage discomfort and maintain their overall well-being READ MORE
Yes, you can typically visit a chiropractor during your first trimester of pregnancy. Many women seek chiropractic care to help manage discomfort and maintain their overall well-being during pregnancy, even in the early stages.
It's crucial to choose a chiropractor who has experience working with pregnant patients, as they will be familiar with the specific techniques and adjustments that are safe during this time. Additionally, make sure to communicate your pregnancy status and any concerns you may have with your chiropractor.
It's crucial to choose a chiropractor who has experience working with pregnant patients, as they will be familiar with the specific techniques and adjustments that are safe during this time. Additionally, make sure to communicate your pregnancy status and any concerns you may have with your chiropractor.
Is it safe to have a back massage while pregnant?
Yes, receiving a back massage can be safe and beneficial during pregnancy, but it's essential to take certain precautions. Here are a few points to consider: Choose a Qualified READ MORE
Yes, receiving a back massage can be safe and beneficial during pregnancy, but it's essential to take certain precautions. Here are a few points to consider:
Choose a Qualified Practitioner: Make sure the massage therapist is trained and experienced in prenatal massage. They should understand the specific needs and contraindications for pregnant clients.
Positioning: Ensure that you are in a comfortable position during the massage. Side-lying is often recommended for pregnant women, especially in the later trimesters.
Avoid Certain Areas: Some pressure points and areas (like the lower back and abdomen) should be approached with caution or avoided altogether during pregnancy.
Consult Your Healthcare Provider: Before getting a massage, it's a good idea to consult with your healthcare provider or midwife to ensure it’s appropriate for your specific situation.
Overall, a gentle, tailored massage can help alleviate discomfort and promote relaxation during pregnancy.
Choose a Qualified Practitioner: Make sure the massage therapist is trained and experienced in prenatal massage. They should understand the specific needs and contraindications for pregnant clients.
Positioning: Ensure that you are in a comfortable position during the massage. Side-lying is often recommended for pregnant women, especially in the later trimesters.
Avoid Certain Areas: Some pressure points and areas (like the lower back and abdomen) should be approached with caution or avoided altogether during pregnancy.
Consult Your Healthcare Provider: Before getting a massage, it's a good idea to consult with your healthcare provider or midwife to ensure it’s appropriate for your specific situation.
Overall, a gentle, tailored massage can help alleviate discomfort and promote relaxation during pregnancy.
Is bed rest good for back pain?
It depends on the diagnosis. In some cases, prolonged bed rest can actually worsen back pain and lead to stiffness and decreased mobility. Instead, the treatment protocol P.O.L.I.C.E. READ MORE
It depends on the diagnosis. In some cases, prolonged bed rest can actually worsen back pain and lead to stiffness and decreased mobility. Instead, the treatment protocol P.O.L.I.C.E. has been recommended:
Protection: Safeguard the injured area to prevent further injury.
Optimal Loading: Gradually engage in controlled movements and exercises that do not exacerbate the pain, promoting healing while maintaining mobility.
Ice: Apply ice to the affected area for 15-20 minutes at a time, several times a day, to reduce swelling and provide pain relief.
Compression: Use compression bandages to minimize swelling and support the injured area, ensuring it’s not too tight.
Elevation: Keep the injured area elevated above heart level to help reduce swelling.
Chiropractors can assist with various tools and techniques such as myofascial release, non-surgical spinal decompression, chiropractic adjustments, ultrasound, and physiotherapies to help manage back pain effectively.
Protection: Safeguard the injured area to prevent further injury.
Optimal Loading: Gradually engage in controlled movements and exercises that do not exacerbate the pain, promoting healing while maintaining mobility.
Ice: Apply ice to the affected area for 15-20 minutes at a time, several times a day, to reduce swelling and provide pain relief.
Compression: Use compression bandages to minimize swelling and support the injured area, ensuring it’s not too tight.
Elevation: Keep the injured area elevated above heart level to help reduce swelling.
Chiropractors can assist with various tools and techniques such as myofascial release, non-surgical spinal decompression, chiropractic adjustments, ultrasound, and physiotherapies to help manage back pain effectively.
What exercises help herniated discs?
Doctors usually recommend core and lower-back exercises when it comes to herniated and bulging discs. You should avoid sleeping on your stomach, sitting for prolonged periods READ MORE
Doctors usually recommend core and lower-back exercises when it comes to herniated and bulging discs. You should avoid sleeping on your stomach, sitting for prolonged periods of time, and lifting too much weight. If this isnt enough, you could try spinal decompression. Learn about it here. https://azholistichealthcenter.com/services/non-surgical-spinal-decompression/
Should I see a chiropractor for a stiff neck?
A stiff neck can be due to stress and can usually be relieved by a chiropractor. A stiff neck could occur from looking down at a computer or cell phone for long periods of time. READ MORE
A stiff neck can be due to stress and can usually be relieved by a chiropractor. A stiff neck could occur from looking down at a computer or cell phone for long periods of time. The pain can radiate from the neck and is occasionally painful to touch. Typically this does not require an x-ray, so seeing a chiropractor for a stiff neck would help determine your situation. Learn more about neck pain on my site: https://azholistichealthcenter.com/conditions-treated/neck-pain/
Lower back pain?
It's a fact that sitting for too long can cause and worsen low back pain, especially if you are doing something like driving which requires you to sit still in an awkward position. READ MORE
It's a fact that sitting for too long can cause and worsen low back pain, especially if you are doing something like driving which requires you to sit still in an awkward position. Sitting directly on your tailbone is not only uncomfortable but also causes unnecessary pressure on the spine. Low back pain can also stem from not being able to support your lower back during activities because you don't have the proper back strength. Believe it or not, using a lower back support can help relieve tension and pain in your lower back by holding the spine in place, which then allows you to focus more on your body's movements instead of trying to figure out how to hold yourself up all day.
Look at https://azholistichealthcenter.com/conditions-treated/lower-back-pain/ to learn more.
Look at https://azholistichealthcenter.com/conditions-treated/lower-back-pain/ to learn more.
What is the best home remedy for plantar fasciitis?
Purchasing a pair of custom orthotics for your shoes, is an investment and it could be the best decision you ever made if pain due to plantar fasciitis is plaguing you. Custom READ MORE
Purchasing a pair of custom orthotics for your shoes, is an investment and it could be the best decision you ever made if pain due to plantar fasciitis is plaguing you. Custom arch support provides immediate and effective relief for many with this condition. https://azholistichealthcenter.com/services/foot-orthotics/
What does a chiropractor do on the first visit?
In my field, there can be a variety of things a chiropractor will do on the first visit including but not limited to: consultation, exam, x-rays, review of findings, and treatment READ MORE
In my field, there can be a variety of things a chiropractor will do on the first visit including but not limited to: consultation, exam, x-rays, review of findings, and treatment which will vary from only chiropractic manipulation to various physiotherapy techniques.
I am having a lot of hip pain in pregnancy. Can a chiropractor help?
First, let's talk why you are having hip pain. There is a special hormone released when females become pregnancy called "Relaxin." Relaxin is responsible for loosening up your READ MORE
First, let's talk why you are having hip pain. There is a special hormone released when females become pregnancy called "Relaxin." Relaxin is responsible for loosening up your ligaments (especially in the pelvic area) so that the baby can squeeze through and into the world; however, this also makes you more prone to having bones shift, cause pain, and give you decreased range of motion. A chiropractor can help you through your entire pregnancy, aligning your hips, lumbar spine (low back) can have a huge benefit for you. It can make birth easier because everything is where is it supposed to be (if you're getting adjusted) and can help you ease some of that discomfort that goes along with pregnancy. All and all, chiropractic adjustments are very safe during pregnancy. I have personally seen many pregnant woman who have had lots of success, easier birthing, and less pain through their pregnancy and they contribute it to getting adjusted.
Dr. Douglas Morris
Dr. Douglas Morris
I have neck pain that only occurs when I lie down. What could be the reason?
Depends on the type of pain. If it's just an achy pain, it is possible that your pillow is pushing your head forward and straining the muscles in your neck.
Can a chiropractor help in treating foot pain?
As most questions go, it depends on what is causing the foot pain that you have. You need a diagnosis about what is causing the foot pain. It could be anything from Planter Fasciitis, READ MORE
As most questions go, it depends on what is causing the foot pain that you have. You need a diagnosis about what is causing the foot pain. It could be anything from Planter Fasciitis, to a dropped arch, to a tumor in the foot. Chiropractors can help with various ailments in the foot by adjusting the bones in the foot and ankle, and using various therapy techniques.
Can being overweight lead to flat feet?
Flat feet does not necessarily come from being overweight. Many people who are not overweight also have flat feet. The fix is usually foot orthotics.
My posture is getting a little slouched. What should I do?
Poor posture comes from muscle imbalance. Some muscles become "lazy" and are not holding you up properly. You need to "wake-up" those muscles and train them. Along with re-training READ MORE
Poor posture comes from muscle imbalance. Some muscles become "lazy" and are not holding you up properly. You need to "wake-up" those muscles and train them. Along with re-training weak muscles, you need to address the tight muscles that are pulling you into a hunched posture. A chiropractor can help with all of this.
What is the best way to help a frozen shoulder heal faster?
Wall crawls, wall slides, sleeper stretch.
I have sudden pain in my left leg. How can it be treated?
Depends on where the pain is coming from. Leg pain can be caused by a low back problem. It can be caused by a vascular (blood) problem, or could be a local muscle problem. You READ MORE
Depends on where the pain is coming from. Leg pain can be caused by a low back problem. It can be caused by a vascular (blood) problem, or could be a local muscle problem. You need to get it diagnosed in order to decide how to treat it as each problem has different treatments.
I have a slight neck and shoulder pain every time I drive. Why does this happen?
It is probably due to "spinal creep." Spinal creep is a progressive deformation of anatomical structures such as ligaments and muscles. When the muscles in your neck and upper READ MORE
It is probably due to "spinal creep." Spinal creep is a progressive deformation of anatomical structures such as ligaments and muscles. When the muscles in your neck and upper back are under a constant load (i.e. driving with your head forward), it deforms those muscles/ligaments and stretches them; so, your body is adapting to a certain posture in a negative way. When you are forcing yourself to sit/stand up straight, you are using muscles that are weak to hold that posture and also stretching muscles that are tight; couple these two things together and you get pain. As far as a fix, there is no quick fix, I would recommend, some targeted massage to open those contracted tissues, some chiropractic manipulations to free the joints that aren’t moving and also some rehab exercises to start to change your posture.
I have slight weakness in my muscles along with pain in the forearms. What could this be?
Weakness and pain in the forearms may be due to the impingement of a nerve along a chain that runs from your neck down to your arm. The tricky part is finding out where the pinch READ MORE
Weakness and pain in the forearms may be due to the impingement of a nerve along a chain that runs from your neck down to your arm. The tricky part is finding out where the pinch in the nerve is and what is causing the pinch. Some common conditions that can cause weakness and pain can be a cervical spine herniated disc, a tumor in or around the cervical spine, thoracic outlet syndrome, shoulder impingement, cubital tunnel syndrome, or carpal tunnel syndrome. I recommend seeing a physician to get a solid diagnosis and find out where that nerve is being pinched.
How is back soreness treated?
Patients who have complaints of soreness in their back that is alleviated with sleeping on the floor is a symptom of arthritis or spinal degeneration which, in turn, can actually READ MORE
Patients who have complaints of soreness in their back that is alleviated with sleeping on the floor is a symptom of arthritis or spinal degeneration which, in turn, can actually be a mattress problem. Sleeping on the floor for you provides support and relief because your mattress is probably too old or too soft for you. When your mattress is too soft, it won’t support your spine. The key when sleeping is to have your spine supported in a neutral position. This also means that, with a pillow under the head, it will be different sizes for everyone. You should not have your head excessively tilted either up or down as both will strain the neck. Aim for a straight position of the neck and have a doctor, partner, or friend verify your neck is straight. Sleeping on your side or on your back is best, preferably with a pillow between the legs or a body pillow. Sleeping on your stomach is not advised as it will strain your neck and back.
How is a chiropractor different from a physical therapist?
Chiropractors are doctors. As chiropractors, we can diagnose, order MRIs, take our own x-rays, and have full access to the body as practitioners. A physical therapist may or READ MORE
Chiropractors are doctors. As chiropractors, we can diagnose, order MRIs, take our own x-rays, and have full access to the body as practitioners. A physical therapist may or may not have their DPT since it is new. Also even if the physical therapist has a DPT, does not mean they can do some things without first going through an MD. The chiropractic profession is also split as there are different sub-types. If you are able to find a good chiropractor, they will also do modalities and rehabilitation exercises as well as provide adjustments.
Are there exercises to manage gout pain?
Gout is not really a problem that you can do exercises for. Usually, gout is treated from the dietary perspective by reducing alcohol and red meats as well as some prescription READ MORE
Gout is not really a problem that you can do exercises for. Usually, gout is treated from the dietary perspective by reducing alcohol and red meats as well as some prescription medication.
