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Zachary D. Weaks

Chiropractor

Dr. Zachary Weaks is a Chiropractor practicing in Garland, TX. Dr. Weaks 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. Weaks seeks to reduce pain and discomfort through manipulation and adjustment of the spine.
6 years Experience
Zachary D. Weaks
  • Parker University
  • Accepting new patients

How do you get instant relief from neck pain?

It depends on the mechanism of injury for your neck pain. Most acute neck pain responds very well to physical medicine, such as manipulation and therapeutic exercise.

Can chiropractic care worsen a herniated disk?

There are risks with all medical treatment. Chiropractic care has been shown to be a great conservative start for discogenic pain. Manipulation of the spine with rehabilitative READ MORE
There are risks with all medical treatment. Chiropractic care has been shown to be a great conservative start for discogenic pain. Manipulation of the spine with rehabilitative exercise is generally a safe conservative start for treatment for this condition.

What exercises improve posture?

Look up upper and lower cross syndrome exercises.

Can you see a chiropractor after cervical fusion?

You can but cervical fusion cannot be manipulated. Chiropractors can work above and below the fusion to help prevent adjacent segmental arthritis as well as prescribe therapeutic READ MORE
You can but cervical fusion cannot be manipulated. Chiropractors can work above and below the fusion to help prevent adjacent segmental arthritis as well as prescribe therapeutic exercise to help with your condition.

How long does it take to fix bad posture?

Depending on cause and severity, it can take 6-12 weeks with proper intervention to correct postural deformity. If it’s a congenital problem, it will take longer. Dr. Weaks READ MORE
Depending on cause and severity, it can take 6-12 weeks with proper intervention to correct postural deformity. If it’s a congenital problem, it will take longer.

Dr. Weaks

Can a chiropractor help with leg numbness?

Yes, if there is impingement of a nerve root, it can respond well to conservative care before surgical intervention is necessary.