A "pinched" nerve is a term that usually describes an underlying problem resulting from an injury, accident, fall, repetitive movement, or stress. Pinched nerves are most common in the low back or wrist and can be treated with chiropractic care.
What is a pinched nerve?
To understand if you are suffering from symptoms associated from a pinched nerve it is important to understand what it means to have a "pinched" nerve. A pinched nerve occurs when too much pressure is applied to a nerve by surrounding tissues such as bones, cartilage, muscles or tendons. This extra pressure causes inflammation of the nerve and interrupts the nerves function which results in pain, tingling, numbness, or muscle weakness. A pinched nerve can occur anywhere in your body but are most common in the spine as the result of a displaced vertebra (bone) or herniated disc, or in the wrist resulting in what is commonly known as carpal tunnel syndrome. Nerves are responsible for carrying communication signals between the brain and the body and sending messages to the muscles or skin. These nerves exit the spinal cord above and below each vertebra and extend into the arms, legs, brain, and every other part of the body. When a bone in the spinal column (vertebra) is out of place or turned slightly from its proper position, pressure can be placed on the nerve root. Several factors may cause a bone in the spinal column to become displaced such as a fall, an accident, an injury, repetitive movement on the job, staying in the same position for a long period of time (sitting at a computer all day), poor posture, or osteoarthritis. The symptoms of a pinched nerve include pain, numbness, burning sensation, tingling, "pins and needles" sensations, muscle weakness, or pain down the legs or arms. More severe symptoms may include headaches, stomach problems, sciatica, neck pain, asthma, allergies, or insomnia. If the pressure continues over a long period of time permanent nerve damage can occur.
Chiropractors are professionals trained to identify displaced vertebra, known as subluxations and specialize in the correction of these subluxations. Dr. McNeil of McNeil Chiropractic uses specific postural adjustments, postural traction, and postural exercises to move the displaced bone back into its proper position. These specific adjustments takes the pressure off the affected nerves, so they can re-establish proper communication, and allow health and healing to take place. The following measures can be used to relieve some of the pain associated with a pinched nerve until you are able to be treated by a chiropractor. For example, alternating between heat and ice, taking a hot shower, getting a massage, or doing general range of motion stretches and movements. These measures will not correct the problem that is causing the painful symptoms of a pinched nerve so it is important to see you chiropractor as soon as possible before the problem becomes worse. Dr. McNeil recommends several preventative measures after correction and healing has occurred. For example, maintain good posture, incorporate postural exercises into your daily routine, limit repetitive activities, maintain a healthy weight, and schedule routine chiropractic adjustments to maintain a proper spinal position. McNeil Chiropractic is an advanced spinal rehab facility that specializes in correcting many conditions resulting from auto accidents, work injuries, slip and falls, and stress from everyday life. Conditions that Dr. McNeil has had great success with include neck pain, herniated disc, pinched nerves, back pain, headaches/migraines, whiplash injury, carpal tunnel, numbness, sciatica, asthma, and sinus problems as well as many others. If you or someone you know is suffering from symptoms associated with a pinched nerve visit our website today and see if we can help you.
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Thursday, September 24, 2009
Thursday, September 3, 2009
Macomb/Shelby Twp. Chiropractor: Dr. McNeil Scoliosis Treatment Specialist
Scoliosis is a common disorder that effects people of all ages but is most commonly seen in children over ten years old. It is a condition in which a person's spine is curved from side to side, shaped like an "s".
What is Scoliosis?
Scoliosis is a disorder that causes an abnormal sideways curving of the spine. This often occurs in childhood when the bones of the spine are still growing. Scoliosis is about two times more common in girls than boys and it is most common in children over ten years old.
Though the exact cause of scoliosis is unknown, it is thought that scoliosis is the result of a hereditary problem or an adaptation to some type of trauma, such as the birth process or an injury, such as falling off a bicycle. Since children fall more than 2,500 times by the time they are five years old, scoliosis is a very common condition seen in children. Spinal bones continue to grow well into the early 20s, so if left untreated scoliosis often worsens. There are three main types of scoliosis:
Functional scoliosis is when the spine is normal but an an abnormal curve develops because of another problem in the body. For example, one leg being shorter than the other or muscle spasms in the back may cause functional scoliosis. Neuromuscular scoliosis is when there is a problem when the bones of the spine are formed. In this type of scoliosis the bones of the spine may have failed to form completely or the bones failed to separate from each other. This type of scoliosis is much more severe and is often caused by other disorders such as, birth defects, muscular dystrophy, or cerebral palsy. Degenerative scoliosis occurs in older adults unlike the other types that are often seen in children and teens. This type of scoliosis is often caused by changes in the spine due to arthritis. The weakening of ligaments, tendons, and other soft tissue as well as bone spurs leads to the abnormal curvature of the spine in many older adults.
In most cases scoliosis is not painful and the most common symptom is the abnormal curve of the spine. In some cases, back pain may be a symptom, but this is often dismissed as "growing pains" in children. A simple examination can detect scoliosis. Scoliosis is usually detected from a low shoulder or hip, from the head appearing off center, or poor posture. Regular chiropractic examinations can reveal these small problems before they become serious. The medical approach to the treatment of scoliosis has been to wait and see how bad it gets, resulting in the use of unsightly braces and eventually surgery. McNeil Chiropractic's approach is to use specific postural and spinal adjustments, combined with corrective postural exercises to return the spine to a healthy and normal position. Dr. McNeil has had excellent success with scoliosis cases! He has treated patients young and old with cases of scoliosis ranging from mild to severe and received great results. Many of Dr. McNeil's scoliosis patients were able to correct the problem and avoid surgery and braces. McNeil Chiropractic specializes in spinal rehabilitation and are experts in the care of the bones, nerves, muscles, and connective tissues that make up about 60% of your body. If you or someone you know has scoliosis call McNeil Chiropractic at 586-566-2273 to schedule an appointment with Dr. McNeil to see how he can help you.
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What is Scoliosis?
Scoliosis is a disorder that causes an abnormal sideways curving of the spine. This often occurs in childhood when the bones of the spine are still growing. Scoliosis is about two times more common in girls than boys and it is most common in children over ten years old.
Though the exact cause of scoliosis is unknown, it is thought that scoliosis is the result of a hereditary problem or an adaptation to some type of trauma, such as the birth process or an injury, such as falling off a bicycle. Since children fall more than 2,500 times by the time they are five years old, scoliosis is a very common condition seen in children. Spinal bones continue to grow well into the early 20s, so if left untreated scoliosis often worsens. There are three main types of scoliosis:
Functional scoliosis is when the spine is normal but an an abnormal curve develops because of another problem in the body. For example, one leg being shorter than the other or muscle spasms in the back may cause functional scoliosis. Neuromuscular scoliosis is when there is a problem when the bones of the spine are formed. In this type of scoliosis the bones of the spine may have failed to form completely or the bones failed to separate from each other. This type of scoliosis is much more severe and is often caused by other disorders such as, birth defects, muscular dystrophy, or cerebral palsy. Degenerative scoliosis occurs in older adults unlike the other types that are often seen in children and teens. This type of scoliosis is often caused by changes in the spine due to arthritis. The weakening of ligaments, tendons, and other soft tissue as well as bone spurs leads to the abnormal curvature of the spine in many older adults.
In most cases scoliosis is not painful and the most common symptom is the abnormal curve of the spine. In some cases, back pain may be a symptom, but this is often dismissed as "growing pains" in children. A simple examination can detect scoliosis. Scoliosis is usually detected from a low shoulder or hip, from the head appearing off center, or poor posture. Regular chiropractic examinations can reveal these small problems before they become serious. The medical approach to the treatment of scoliosis has been to wait and see how bad it gets, resulting in the use of unsightly braces and eventually surgery. McNeil Chiropractic's approach is to use specific postural and spinal adjustments, combined with corrective postural exercises to return the spine to a healthy and normal position. Dr. McNeil has had excellent success with scoliosis cases! He has treated patients young and old with cases of scoliosis ranging from mild to severe and received great results. Many of Dr. McNeil's scoliosis patients were able to correct the problem and avoid surgery and braces. McNeil Chiropractic specializes in spinal rehabilitation and are experts in the care of the bones, nerves, muscles, and connective tissues that make up about 60% of your body. If you or someone you know has scoliosis call McNeil Chiropractic at 586-566-2273 to schedule an appointment with Dr. McNeil to see how he can help you.
Visit our website at http://www.wegotyourback.net to learn more about our office.
Click here to watch Dr. McNeil's short video about scoliosis
http://www.youtube.com/
Dr. McNeil's Spinal arthritis video http://www.youtube.com/
Join Dr. McNeil on:
http://www.wegotyourback.net
http://www.wegotyourback.net/report.html
http://www.facebook.com/mcneilchiropractic
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