Petrak Family Chiropractic Center

JANUARY 10, 2025

Here’s how chiropractic care can help: Addressing Subluxations Subluxations, or misalignments of the vertebrae, can occur when you fall. Chiropractic adjustments, combined with recommended exercises, can help restore mobility in affected areas.

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Petrak Family Chiropractic Center

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Most Common Causes of Back Pain ​ Fitness level : back pain is more common in those who don’t exercise very often. Regular exercise helps to strengthen the core muscles that support the spine. Even going for a walk every day will help in maintaining spinal health.

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Reinhardt Chiropractic

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Understanding a Slipped Disc An intervertebral disc, composed of a tough outer layer and a gel-like inner core, functions as a cushion between the vertebrae. Here are some at-home stretching exercises tailored for lumbar spine and cervical spine relief: Cat-Cow Stretch Start on hands and knees in a tabletop position.

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Any Spine

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Specifically, we’ll discuss proven methods to alleviate the strain your spine endures from sitting, delve into the harmonious relationship between posture and health, and guide you through exercises that reinforce better alignment.

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ChiroTouch

JULY 19, 2024

Activator Adjusting Tool The Activator adjusting tool uses a spring-loaded thrust to gently push targeted vertebrae or extremity joints back into proper alignment. Once identified, a mild percussive force is applied using the table-mounted Atlas Orthogonal percussion instrument, which helps reposition the atlas vertebra.

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Any Spine

DECEMBER 28, 2024

I educate my clients on the importance of maintaining proper posture, incorporating regular exercise, and utilizing at-home stretching routines to support their spinal health. By targeting misaligned vertebrae, these adjustments relieve pressure on nerves and restore proper movement patterns.

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Oviedo Chiropractic

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Spinal Subluxation: Specific to the spine, this type of subluxation happens when one or more vertebrae shift out of alignment. Strengthen Supporting Muscles: Engaging in regular exercise, particularly activities that build strength in the muscles around your joints, helps stabilize and support joint health.

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Any Spine

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Additionally, I focus on improving the range of motion in the elbow and cervical vertebrae through specific adjustments and exercises , ensuring that athletes regain their full functionality and can return to their sport without limitations. Monitoring progress and adjusting treatments are also crucial for effective healing.

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Any Spine

NOVEMBER 9, 2024

Together, we will explore your neck and hip pain, delving into how conditions like cervical vertebrae misalignments can affect your central nervous system. In collaboration, we’ll discuss how lifestyle changes and exercises at home can complement your in-office sessions, empowering you to take an active role in your healing process.

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Any Spine

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Misalignments in the vertebrae can lead to pressure on the nerves, causing pain, muscle tension, and inflammation. The Link Between Low Back Pain and Spinal Subluxation Spinal subluxations occur when the vertebrae become misaligned, leading to imbalances in the spine.

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Smart Pain Solutions

MAY 16, 2023

We will discuss decompression tables and exercises that can be performed in-clinic and at home. Louis chiropractic offices in Bridgeton and Clayton use decompression to reduce pressure placed on the body’s joints, spinal nerves, discs, and surrounding vertebrae. Types of Decompression There are several options for decompression.

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Petrak Family Chiropractic Center

JULY 30, 2024

​Headaches and migraines can stem from various factors, including a sedentary lifestyle, stress, lack of exercise, vitamin deficiencies, inadequate support from vertebrae, and muscle tension in the neck. These exercises help strengthen muscles, improve posture, and maintain the benefits achieved through chiropractic care.

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Any Spine

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

These posture-related issues are often exacerbated by spinal subluxations—misalignments in the vertebrae that put extra stress on the surrounding muscles and joints. By using gentle, precise adjustments, I help realign the vertebrae and restore proper positioning of the spine. Here’s how chiropractic care can help: 1.

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Any Spine

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Regular sessions promote physical benefits, including strain reduction from daily activities or exercise. Skilled therapists tailor joint treatment plans to individual needs, aligning care with the intricate workings of the cervical vertebrae and surrounding skin. The connection between massage and mental well-being is undeniable.

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Any Spine

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Spondylolisthesis: A condition in which a vertebra slips out of place, potentially pinching the sciatic nerve. During an adjustment, I use precise and controlled movements to realign the vertebrae in the spine. These exercises can help alleviate pain, improve mobility, and promote long-term spinal health.

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Any Spine

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Causes of Sciatica: Sciatica is often caused by: • Herniated Discs: When the discs between vertebrae become damaged, they can press on the sciatic nerve. Spondylolisthesis: A condition where one vertebra slips over another, affecting nerve roots. Spinal Stenosis: A narrowing of the spinal canal can compress the nerve roots.

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Any Spine

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Neck pain can be caused by various factors, including poor posture, injuries, stress, and, often, spinal subluxations—misalignments in the cervical vertebrae. When the vertebrae in the neck become misaligned, it can create uneven pressure on the muscles and joints, leading to inflammation, tension, and discomfort.

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Any Spine

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Spinal subluxations—misalignments in the vertebrae—are often a contributing factor to decreased grip strength, as they can interfere with nerve communication and impair muscle function. With improved joint mobility and stability, patients can experience increased strength and better coordination in their hands and arms.

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Oviedo Chiropractic

MARCH 25, 2024

Degenerative disc disease (DDD) is a condition affecting the spinal discs, slippery cartilage discs between each vertebrae. As a result, the vertebrae rub against each other, causing pain. In some cases, the vertebrae may start to fuse together. These discs act as shock absorbers, cushioning the spine from impact.

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Imperium Health Center

JUNE 19, 2024

It occurs when vertebrae (the bones that make up your spine) don’t form as they should during embryonic development. The cause of scoliosis can vary based on the specific type, but may include: Vertebrae malformation during embryonic development. A genetic change. A spine injury. A tumor on your spine.

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Petrak Family Chiropractic Center

JUNE 25, 2024

The discs between the vertebrae can lose hydration and elasticity, known as disc degeneration, which can reduce their ability to cushion the vertebrae and absorb shock. Engage in Regular Light Exercise Contrary to popular belief, you don't need intense, heavy workouts to benefit your spine.

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Fisher Chiropractic

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

They use a variety of techniques to manipulate the joints and muscles of the body, including manual adjustments, traction, and exercises. Chiropractors also provide advice on lifestyle changes, such as diet and exercise, that can help to prevent or relieve pain. Sometimes, the vertebrae become misaligned.

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Any Spine

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Spondylolisthesis: A condition in which a vertebra slips out of place, potentially pinching the sciatic nerve. During an adjustment, I use precise and controlled movements to realign the vertebrae in the spine. These exercises help improve flexibility, strengthen the core, and promote long-term spinal health.

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Any Spine

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Spinal canal stenosis is commonly associated with degenerative changes in the spine, such as bone spurs or disc bulging, but spinal subluxations—misalignments in the vertebrae—can also contribute to the narrowing and worsening of symptoms. Here’s how chiropractic care can help: 1.

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Any Spine

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Spinal subluxations—misalignments in the vertebrae—are a frequent cause of nerve impingement, leading to dysfunction in the nervous system. When the vertebrae become misaligned, it can lead to increased pressure on these nerves, resulting in irritation and compression. Here’s how chiropractic care can help: 1.

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Any Spine

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

When the vertebrae are misaligned, it places uneven pressure on surrounding muscles and joints, leading to increased tension and irritation. By realigning the vertebrae, chiropractic adjustments help reduce pressure on the muscles and nerves, allowing them to function more normally.

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Any Spine

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

When the vertebrae in the neck are misaligned, it can lead to irritation or compression of these nerves, causing symptoms such as numbness, tingling, or even weakness in the arms and hands. The Link Between Numbness, Tingling, and Spinal Subluxation The nerves that supply the arms and hands originate in the cervical spine (neck).

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Petrak Family Chiropractic Center

MAY 28, 2024

The body is a complex and interconnected system, and chiropractic treatments, which focus on relieving stress on the central nervous system and vertebrae, can address various health concerns. Chiropractic adjustments can alleviate these issues by realigning the vertebrae, reducing nerve irritation, and improving blood flow.

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Musculoskeletal Medicine

JANUARY 1, 2019

A laminectomy is when the lamina (the back bit of the vertebrae with the spinous process) is removed. Frequently a cage, or connecting rods are the placed to stop the vertebrae from moving. A physiotherapist will give you many exercises and guide you in doing them correctly. What about the evidence for laminectomies?

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Any Spine

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

One of the most common underlying causes of mid-back pain is spinal subluxation—misalignments of the vertebrae that place stress on the surrounding muscles and nerves. When the vertebrae in this region are misaligned, it can lead to uneven pressure on the surrounding muscles and joints, causing inflammation, tension, and discomfort.

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Any Spine

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Common Causes and Risk Factors As a chiropractor, I’ve seen how a lack of exercise, poor posture, and repetitive strain can lead to chronic low back pain. It’s crucial to highlight: Maintaining an exercise routine tailored to reinforce the back and abdominal muscles is vital for spinal health.

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Any Spine

AUGUST 12, 2024

Chiropractic Care : Effective in alleviating symptoms of text neck through adjustments, exercises, and lifestyle advice. Spinal Adjustments Chiropractors perform spinal adjustments to realign the vertebrae in your neck and upper back. These exercises typically focus on stretching and strengthening the neck, shoulders, and upper back.

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Barrett Whole Body Chiropractic

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

In chiropractic care, quick, strong pressure is applied to a joint between two vertebrae of the spine. A chiropractor can either manipulate the spine by pushing on the vertebrae or by twisting the upper part of the body. Plus, moving forward, your body will have the ability to better manage any low back pain symptoms.

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Evolve Chiropractic

JUNE 14, 2024

Chiropractic care may involve spinal adjustments, therapeutic exercises, and lifestyle recommendations to promote healing and prevent future issues. Physical therapy exercises and stretches can also help alleviate back pain. One common cause of back pain is spinal misalignment, also known as subluxation.

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Musculoskeletal Australia

APRIL 23, 2024

The spine is made up of bones (vertebrae) stacked together to form a loose ‘S’-shaped column. Each vertebra is cushioned by spongy tissue called intervertebral discs. Pairs of small joints (facet joints) connect vertebrae to one another. Vertebrae can become so porous and brittle that they break easily, causing pain.

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Musculoskeletal Australia

APRIL 23, 2024

The spine is made up of bones (vertebrae) stacked together to form a loose ‘S’-shaped column. Each vertebra is cushioned by spongy tissue called intervertebral discs. Pairs of small joints (facet joints) connect vertebrae to one another. Vertebrae can become so porous and brittle that they break easily, causing pain.

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Any Spine

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

When the vertebrae in these regions become misaligned, they can irritate or compress the nerves that control the muscles and function of the shoulder. Rehabilitation exercises and lifestyle modifications are key components of a comprehensive approach to managing shoulder pain and promoting long-term recovery.

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