Chiropractor Ashburn VA
Disorders and Conditions Treated by
Chiropractic Medicine
Chiropractic medicine involves the treatment of many disorders. Most
notably, those surrounding inflamed muscles, damaged ligaments or
tendons and stiff joints. Treatment is rendered by manipulation of
the joints and spine (called adjustments) as well as the use of ice,
electro therapy and ultrasound technology among other methods. Here
is a list of some of these disorders.
Whiplash
Whiplash occurs when the neck is snapped quickly forward then
backward abruptly. This results in damage to muscles and ligaments
causing pain and discomfort.
Treatment starts with mild adjustments to
reduce the inflammation and pain. The chiropractor may use several
types of treatment options including electric current, cold laser or
ice to accomplish this. When the pain has been controlled, exercises
and strengthening are used to increase range of motion
Scoliosis
This is a condition where the spine is curved form side to side and
is of unknown cause or origin.
Chiropractic medicine will lengthen muscles that are too short,
relax muscles that are too tight and adjust spinal misalignments
resulting from scoliosis. Exercises can be given to do at home that
will help the patient to regain the ability to move and remove
strain on the system caused by the scoliosis.
Slipped discs
Between each vertebra is a cushion called a disc. These discs are
fluid filled and can slip out of its position causing pressure on a
nerve. Traction devices will be applied to lengthen the spine and
allow the disc areas to heal properly. Adjustments are then used to
make sure everything is back where it should be and is working
right. Exercises are given to help the discs realign and become
stronger.
Many times, slipped discs will exert pressure on a nearby nerve. The
adjustments and elongation therapy help relieve that pressure, thus
relieving the pain.
Sciatica
This is a term that describes leg pain that emanates from the lower
back and down the leg. The cause is unknown, but the treatments
prescribed by chiropractic medicine are very helpful. Typically, the
sciatic nerve is touched or somehow damaged by either a bulging disc
or muscle tension that pulls the nerve out of its normal position.
The chiropractor will use a variety of treatments to relieve this
condition. Ice application, adjustments, electro therapy and
ultrasound are all possible. The treatment needed is dependent on
the individual patient and case. The nerve pain can take several
weeks to completely dissipate, but the chiropractor can help
greatly.
Conclusion
What we have seen here are simply a few of the conditions treatable
by chiropractic medicine. Just about any back pain that is
associated with muscle tension or bone misalignment can be treated
successfully by the chiropractor. Many chiropractors do not lime to
issue drugs or medications, but where the pain is great, pain
management is included in the course of treatment.
All treatments rendered are painless and all natural in origin with
a Chiropractor Ashburn VA. The course of treatment may span
several weeks so that the chiropractor can be certain that all
working parts are working correctly. The quality of life is thereby
increased along the way and pain is relieved. |
