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Christopher Pounds
Chiropractor
Dr. Christopher Pounds is a chiropractor practicing in Kansas City, MO. Dr. Pounds 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. Pounds seeks to reduce pain and discomfort through manipulation and adjustment of the spine.
12 years
Experience
Christopher Pounds
- Kansas City, MO
- Cleveland Chiropractic College
- Accepting new patients
New Year...Better You!
- Stop drinking 1 can of soda a day- Take the stairs rather than the elevator- Double up on your veggies and put that loaf of bread down- Even simply helping others with random...
Can chiropractors help with knee pain?
Knee pain is quite often treated by chiropractors...this depends on the actual cause of injury or pains present. This is why a GOOD diagnostic physician is necessary to determine READ MORE
Knee pain is quite often treated by chiropractors...this depends on the actual cause of injury or pains present. This is why a GOOD diagnostic physician is necessary to determine if there is structural damage, nerve damage, muscle imbalances, etc.
What does it feel like when your SI joint is out?
There are a number of different signs and symptoms present when an SI joint is affected. Some may include pain, discomfort, and muscle spasms present in the area. One may also READ MORE
There are a number of different signs and symptoms present when an SI joint is affected. Some may include pain, discomfort, and muscle spasms present in the area. One may also notice difficulty walking, abnormal gait, the un-even wearing of shoes, or difficulty placing one full weight on the affected side. This is not all-encompassing of symptoms and a proper examination would be necessitated to determine the cause of the discomfort/pain.
How do you know if your SI joint is out of place?
There are a number of different signs and symptoms present when an SI joint is affected. Some may include pain, discomfort, and muscle spasms present in the area. One may also READ MORE
There are a number of different signs and symptoms present when an SI joint is affected. Some may include pain, discomfort, and muscle spasms present in the area. One may also notice difficulty walking, abnormal gait, the un-even wearing of shoes, or difficulty placing one full weight on the affected side. This is not all-encompassing of symptoms and a proper examination would be necessitated to determine the cause of the discomfort/pain.
Is going to the chiropractor 3 times a week too much?
Depends on the condition that is being treated. There are a lot of chiros out there that want a patient in more often to increase revenue while other (such as myself) are more READ MORE
Depends on the condition that is being treated. There are a lot of chiros out there that want a patient in more often to increase revenue while other (such as myself) are more concerned with getting a patient back to health and maintaining that health for life.
Sincerely,
Dr. Chris
Sincerely,
Dr. Chris
Do chiropractors work on fingers?
Yes, some do work on hands and feet...but this depends on the provider.
Sincerely,
Dr. Chris
Sincerely,
Dr. Chris
Why do chiropractors recommend ice?
Ice is often used to reduce swelling, inflammation, and pain depending on the condition. Chiropractors use ice and cryotherapy for a multitude of conditions, however, the most READ MORE
Ice is often used to reduce swelling, inflammation, and pain depending on the condition. Chiropractors use ice and cryotherapy for a multitude of conditions, however, the most common are the ones listed previously.
Hope this answers your question, and if not, please let me know!
Sincerely,
Dr. Chris
Hope this answers your question, and if not, please let me know!
Sincerely,
Dr. Chris
How do chiropractors and massage therapists work together?
That is a very good question!
Many chiropractors and massage therapists work concurrently to treat patients due to the combination of muscle and skeletal structures oftentimes READ MORE
That is a very good question!
Many chiropractors and massage therapists work concurrently to treat patients due to the combination of muscle and skeletal structures oftentimes both being involved. Depending on the chiropractor and massage therapist, it depends on what type of treatments are necessitated and used. So, in short....chiropractors and massage therapists oftentimes work together to resolve issues with patients.
Many chiropractors and massage therapists work concurrently to treat patients due to the combination of muscle and skeletal structures oftentimes both being involved. Depending on the chiropractor and massage therapist, it depends on what type of treatments are necessitated and used. So, in short....chiropractors and massage therapists oftentimes work together to resolve issues with patients.
Can chiropractors adjust feet?
Yes, many of us do adjust feet. Not all chiropractors will, however, I do at my office.
Sincerely,
Dr. Chris
Sincerely,
Dr. Chris
Can a chiropractor or massage therapist help with migraine headaches?
In many cases, yes, a chiropractor can assist with migraines. But this is also dependent upon a vast array of variables that the doctor should assess when you come in to see them. READ MORE
In many cases, yes, a chiropractor can assist with migraines. But this is also dependent upon a vast array of variables that the doctor should assess when you come in to see them.
Sincerely,
Dr. Chris
Sincerely,
Dr. Chris
Should I stretch before seeing a chiropractor?
Depending on the chiropractor, they may stretch you at the visit. At my office, we combine muscle work, range of motion, stretches, physical therapy, and adjustment for optimal READ MORE
Depending on the chiropractor, they may stretch you at the visit. At my office, we combine muscle work, range of motion, stretches, physical therapy, and adjustment for optimal improvement and pain relief!
Sincerely,
Dr. Chris
Sincerely,
Dr. Chris
What is the fastest way to fix forward head posture?
I would suggest seeing a chiropractor to have them assess why you have the forward head initially, then they could potentially set up a treatment plan to help resolve the issue. READ MORE
I would suggest seeing a chiropractor to have them assess why you have the forward head initially, then they could potentially set up a treatment plan to help resolve the issue.
Can a chiropractor help a headache?
A chiropractor can absolutely assist with some headaches depending on the causes. The best bet is to get evaluated to see if there is a structural component causing the headaches READ MORE
A chiropractor can absolutely assist with some headaches depending on the causes. The best bet is to get evaluated to see if there is a structural component causing the headaches or if it is vascular, nutritional, drug induces, or some other cause to the headache. Your health care provider should be able to do some tests and exams to determine if chiropractic care is potentially beneficial for your personal condition.
Which shoulder is higher in scoliosis?
Thank you for your question. I regards to which shoulder would be higher in scoliosis the answer is dependent upon which direction the scoliosis deviates. If the convex side is READ MORE
Thank you for your question. I regards to which shoulder would be higher in scoliosis the answer is dependent upon which direction the scoliosis deviates. If the convex side is to the right the right should would be higher when looking at the patient from the back. However, if the convex is to the left side the corresponding left shoulder would be higher. So, in answer to your question the higher shoulder depends on which way the scoliosis laterally deviates.
