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Annette Bennett

Chiropractor

Dr. Annette Bennett is a Chiropractor practicing in Jackson, MI. Dr. Bennett 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. Bennett seeks to reduce pain and discomfort through manipulation and adjustment of the spine.
21 years Experience
Annette Bennett
  • Jackson, MI
  • Baker College
  • Accepting new patients

Why does my back keep going out of alignment?

You may be in adrenal fatigue. When this happens, the adrenals stop or slow the secretion of a hormone that supports ligament strength. Ligaments hold bones to bone together. READ MORE
You may be in adrenal fatigue. When this happens, the adrenals stop or slow the secretion of a hormone that supports ligament strength. Ligaments hold bones to bone together. Your pelvis is held together by Ligaments and if the pelvis is not stable nothing above it is stable and adjustments will not hold. There are other reasons also like old injuries. See an Applied Kinesiology Chiropractor or a Quintessential Application Chiropractor.

Is ice or heat better after chiropractic adjustment?

Ice is better to getting swelling down. Heat brings more swelling into the area therefore causing more pain. And most people use dry heat and that will cause more problems. If READ MORE
Ice is better to getting swelling down. Heat brings more swelling into the area therefore causing more pain. And most people use dry heat and that will cause more problems. If you ever need to use heat use moist heat. Moist heat doesn’t dry out your muscles like a dry sponge. When you have a dry sponge it doesn’t bend very easily without tearing the sponge and the same thing happens with your muscles.

What are the methods chiropractors use when treating back pain?

Every chiropractor may use a different technique there are many chiropractic techniques. Go stead, Thompson, SOT, Activator, etc...

Do you have to take your clothes off for chiropractor?

Only if they are doing X-rays or exams.

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

Many factors go into this. Are you getting proper chiropractic treatment along with spinal decompression? Are you rotating your lower back or putting stress into your lower back? READ MORE
Many factors go into this. Are you getting proper chiropractic treatment along with spinal decompression? Are you rotating your lower back or putting stress into your lower back? Have you had previous surgery or injuries? So, this is a case by case basis of each patient because all patients are different. If it is a minor herniated disc then possibly 12 weeks but is hard to say.

Do I need a massage or chiropractor for back pain?

This is a hard question to answer without an exam. Back pain may be due to tired muscles but there could be an underlying problem to back pain. So, it is better to see the chiropractor READ MORE
This is a hard question to answer without an exam. Back pain may be due to tired muscles but there could be an underlying problem to back pain. So, it is better to see the chiropractor first and let them refer you.

How long should it take for a chiropractor to fix your back?

Each case is different. Most people can feel better in a few visits and others it may take months. See your local chiropractor for more details on your case.

Can a chiropractor help shoulder tendonitis?

Yes! Absolutely! Tendinitis is caused from the bone not being aligned correctly. An adjustment will help correct this misalignment and take the pressure off the muscle/tendon READ MORE
Yes! Absolutely! Tendinitis is caused from the bone not being aligned correctly. An adjustment will help correct this misalignment and take the pressure off the muscle/tendon .

How can I adjust my shoulders by myself?

Not recommended. Chiropractors learn how to adjust every joint in the body correctly with the correct line drive and force. And even when not to adjust. Please see a professional READ MORE
Not recommended. Chiropractors learn how to adjust every joint in the body correctly with the correct line drive and force. And even when not to adjust. Please see a professional to adjust your shoulder.

Does stretching help back pain?

Yes, it does. But you may want to see a chiropractor to diagnose what is causing your back pain.