Chiropractic In Danville

How can massage therapy work in conjunction with my chiropractic treatment? Massage therapy is a natural complement for chiropractic care. Massage helps to relax and loosen muscles, which allows for easier and more beneficial chiropractic adjustments. Because Everybodys Health offers chiropractic and massage services at one location, we can easily set up a wellness program for you that includes both.Most patients find chiropractic treatment makes them feel great. Occasionally, there may be soreness similar to how one feels after working out. Soreness from using muscle for the first time in a while is actually a good thing and resolves quickly. The soreness is caused by the stretching of scar tissue and the improved motion of the previously locked joint.

Do I have to do chiropractic and physical therapy and massage therapy? Most of our patients actually seek out our office for the very reason that we offer all these therapies under one roof. However, not all patients are candidates for all these therapies. Additionally, not all patients want all these therapies, and we respect that.Massage and physical therapy deal directly with only the soft tissues of the body, i.e. the muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Chiropractic deals with the hard and soft tissues of the body, i.e. the bones as well as the muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Some chiropractors can treat the soft tissues of the body with their hands with such techniques as MRT (myofascial release technique).

What do chiropractors learn in school? Many people are surprised to learn that chiropractors extensive education requirements include over 4000 hours of anatomy, pathology and clinical skills.

I might have carpal tunnel syndrome. Should I see a Chiropractor? Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) usually begins with occasional hand and wrist numbness. Most people ignore CTS when it is in its early stages. Over time, the numbness persists and turns into pain and hand weakness. People at risk for CTS include computer operators and anyone who performs a repetitive hand motion frequently. Early detection and treatment is important. Since different people have different pain thresholds, it’s best to be screened by a trained professional.Most of our patients actually seek out our office for the very reason that we offer all these therapies under one roof. However, not all patients are candidates for all these therapies.

What is the difference between massage therapy and chiropractic? Chiropractic is manipulation of the joints and vertebrae. Massage therapy addresses the soft tissues meaning muscles, fascia, tendons and ligaments. They are totally different forms of health care but do work well together and compliment each other.Chiropractic Manipulative Therapy (CMT), also known as an adjustment is a high velocity, low amplitude thrust or a low velocity, high amplitude thrust given into a specific joint in order to provide a therapeutic result. This is not to say, however, that all manipulations are the same. Just as Chiropractors are different individually, so are our many techniques. We incorporate multiple methods of manipulation. We have very low force techniques such as Activator, drop cervical & pelvic.

I might have carpal tunnel syndrome. Should I see a Chiropractor? Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) usually begins with occasional hand and wrist numbness. Most people ignore CTS when it is in its early stages. Over time, the numbness persists and turns into pain and hand weakness. People at risk for CTS include computer operators and anyone who performs a repetitive hand motion frequently. Early detection and treatment is important. Since different people have different pain thresholds, it’s best to be screened by a trained professional.Yes, however, the chiropractor may not advertise himself as a physical therapist unless they have also passed the state Physical Therapy board.Generally no, Chiropractic and Physical Therapy care are safe alternatives for almost anyone.