Dr. Dr. Avani Patel, DC
Chiropractor
18430 S. Brookhurst Street Suite 103 Fountain Valley CA, 92708About
Dr. Avani Nichols is a Chiropractor practicing in Fountain Valley, CA. Dr. Nichols 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. Nichols seeks to reduce pain and discomfort through manipulation and adjustment of the spine.
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Can going to the chiropractor relieve stress?
Seeing a chiropractor may help manage physical effects of stress, such as muscle tightness and/ or headaches through adjustments, nutrition recommendations, and lifestyle advice. Seeking care from other professionals specializing in mental health strategies for managing stress may also be helpful. READ MORE
Is it safe to have a back massage while pregnant?
It is generally safe to have a massage while pregnant as long as you don't have a high risk pregnancy. Ask your Dr before getting a massage. Look for someone who specializes in, or is trained in, pre-natal massage to ensure the safest and best quality massage while pregnant. READ MORE
How do chiropractors adjust ankles?
There are several ways a chiropractor will adjust the ankle. They can use their hands to push and pull on bones in the ankle, use adjusting instruments to introduce movement into those bones, or use soft tissue mobilization or gentle joint mobilization of the ankle bones. It all depends on the practitioner and the reason for the adjustment. It's a great joint to get adjusted. READ MORE
What do sports chiropractors do?
There are different types of sports chiropractors. Some chiropractors get further training and become certified chiropractic sports physicians. Others chiropractors have background and experience working with athletes to help correct movement patterns to improve athletic performance and prevent injuries; they treat sports related injuries using a variety of modalities such as corrective exercises, stretches, kinesiology taping, ultrasound, soft tissue mobilization/massage techniques, electric muscle stimulation; also, they can use this wide variety of treatment options on athletes and non-athletes for overuse injuries that may not be related to sports, but to posture problems because of poor work station ergonomics, daily home activities such as cleaning, cooking or gardening, etc. A sports chiropractor tends to be more thorough in his/her treatment and assessment of each patient to provide quality care and optimal results. READ MORE
How does a chiropractor adjust your pelvis?
There are many ways to adjust the pelvis. The pelvis is made up of your sacrum, coccyx (tailbone), and two hip bones. You can be placed on your side and the doctor can gently push on your lower back area to adjust the pelvis; you can be laying on the table face down (or sideways) and soft blocks, a drop piece or Activator can be used. READ MORE
Why does my pelvis keep shifting?
There are many reasons your pelvis can continue to shift as frequently as you feel it does. Seeing a chiropractor will be the best way to find your specific cause for this since there are so many reasons, and it is not always a single answer solution for the "why." A chiropractic doctor can ask about your health history, injury history, physical activities on a daily basis, perform in person physical examination and evaluation, to find a better answer to your specific "why" and provide a level of care that will be best suited for you. READ MORE
Can chiropractors help anxiety?
With regards to anxiety, it can cause a lot of physical manifestations, such as muscle tightness, restless sleep, and mood swings. Chiropractic can help relieve muscle tightness, which can help calm the body, and this may help reduce anxiety levels. Chiropractic may also allow the body to relax enough to be able to sleep better, and chiropractors can help guide a patient who suffers from anxiety with helpful hints for exercise, meditation, and proper nutrition, which may also help manage anxiety. READ MORE
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