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Chiropractic care is a health care profession based on interactions of the spine and nervous system, as well as the surrounding muscles.

Yes. Doctors of Chiropractic (also known as chiropractors) are not medical doctors, but go through a similar education process to become licensed in the field of chiropractic care. In fact, educational requirements for chiropractors are among the most stringent of any health care profession.

Chiropractors are known for our expertise in caring for patients with back pain, neck pain, and headaches. We also treat sports injuries and other disorders involving muscles, ligaments and joints. The benefits of chiropractic care go beyond this and extend into general health as our core body structure affects overall function and health.

A chiropractic adjustment is the art of using a specific, controlled force in a precise direction that is applied to a spinal joint not moving properly or “locked up.” The purpose of this natural and safe procedure is to correct structural alignment and eliminate interference in the nervous system. For the patient, this means improved spinal function, reduction in pain, and an overall improvement in health and wellness.

Chiropractic manipulation is a highly controlled procedure that rarely causes discomfort because minimal force and gentle pressure are used. In fact, most patients feel relief immediately following treatment. Any reported soreness after an initial adjustment has been described as similar to that associated with starting a new exercise program. Drinking plenty of water, using an ice pack, and engaging in light stretching after your first visit can help ease any discomfort promote healing.

Chiropractic care is widely recognized as one of the most safe drug-free, non-invasive therapies available for the treatment of most back and neck problems. Spinal adjustments are extremely safe when performed by a licensed chiropractic physician.

The noises you hear resembling popping sounds are your joints releasing tiny pockets of air. A chiropractic adjustment does not affect the bones of either side of a joint; it affects the connective tissue that holds the joint together.

Each patient’s care is unique and therefore customized to meet their specific condition and needs. Your chiropractor will modify adjustments based on your size, weight, age and health condition.

For many, back pain can become chronic if left untreated. Chiropractic care has been shown to ease and even eliminate back pain for many patients.

Many pregnant women find that chiropractic adjustments improve the pregnancy experience and make delivery easier. Adjustments are adapted to accommodate the stage of pregnancy and the unique needs of each patient.

More than 80 percent of people experience lower back pain at some point in their lives. In fact, it is one of the most reported reasons people miss work and is the second most frequent reason patients visit the doctor.

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Spring Into Fitness

The common saying is, “March comes in like a lion and out like a lamb”.  This context can be made not just to the weather but the month of March which is a month of transition.  We are entering the third month of the year as we transition from winter to spring.  

Let’s use this time to reinforce our exercise goals we set for the New Year.  Re-evaluate your routine, see what is working best and what needs improving.  

·  If you decided to work out hard on the treadmill but now it is getting mundane, and you are losing interest.  Solution now is time to take you running to the roads and greenways, especially with the weather improving and more daylight hours.  Really want to challenge yourself, increase your milage by 10%.  

·  If you feel your routine is monotonous, alternate to a different activity on different days. Weight training, and or cycling.

·  As the season is changing this is the season to also reevaluate your gear.  As for your footwear, it is recommended to have a pair of shoes dedicated to working out.  They should be replaced every 250 miles, or after three months of intense working out.  

·  Remember to find the time to include stretching before and after your activity.  This is important for preventing injuries and it also enhances your performance.  

Unfortunately, if you are feeling some aches and pains take the following into consideration.  

·  If on the bicycle (spinning) make sure your posture is correct.  You should be upright not seated so your legs downstroke between 140-150 degrees at the bottom of the pedal stroke and above 68 degrees at the top of the pedal stroke.  

·  Shin splints from running, compression socks and/or compression sleeves for the lower leg. Make sure your shoes are less than 250 miles and run on a softer surface.  

·  Plantar fasciitis, stretch your calf muscles and make sure your shoes are less than 250 miles and use a compression foot sock.  

If the aches and pains persist, I am here to keep you in the game.  Feel free to reach out for an evaluation.  As a chiropractor we help with more than just backs.   

Dr. Jeffrey A. Dunnigan

Chiropractic Physician

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