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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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. Laminectomies do work well and reduce pain when there is pressure on the nerves that comes from this bony section.

Vertebrae

Imperium Health Center

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Between each of the bones in your spine, called vertebrae, there is soft tissue called a spinal disc. Symptoms of a Slipped Disc in Your Back Symptoms of slipped discs can vary, and it’s important to note that not all slipped discs are the same. What are Spinal Disks?

Treatment

Musculoskeletal Medicine

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

These discs are the soft, cushion-like structures located between the vertebrae (the bones of the spine), and they serve as shock absorbers, providing flexibility and support to the spinal column. Dr Clem Bonney Dr Clem Bonney assists many people with lower back pain ranging from strains to discal injury.

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Petrak Family Chiropractic Center

JUNE 25, 2024

Over time, this can lead to structural changes in the spine, resulting in persistent pain and discomfort. Physical Strain and Overuse Repetitive activities or overexertion can lead to muscle strains or ligament sprains, which are common causes of lower back pain.

Spine

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.

Vertebrae

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.

Vertebrae

Any Spine

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Another case involved a young man who avoided a recommended laminectomy for his lower back pain; through careful treatment and strengthening exercises, we managed to stabilize his condition without invasive surgery. Realignment of spine and pelvis led to improved mobility and pain relief for a patient with scoliosis.

Back Pain Relief

Fisher Chiropractic

MAY 31, 2023

There are a couple reasons why your back may be hurting. Keep reading to learn more about the main types of back pain along with what to do. Did you know that 65 million Americans experience lower back pain? While back pain isn't uncommon, it can be a horrible thing to experience.

Degenerative Disc Disease

The Evidence Based Chiropractor

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

This escaped fluid exerts pressure on the nerve roots that run along both sides of the vertebrae, causing pain and dysfunction. A healthy spine is composed of healthy discs "sandwiched" between two vertebrae. The herniated disc also becomes a structural weak point in the spine itself.

Neck Pain

Any Spine

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Follow through to delve into the crucial roles each spine section and nerve plays in maintaining a pain-free back. Key Regions and Their Functions The spinal cord serves as a critical conduit for messages between the brain and the body, nestled within the protective vertebrae of the spine.

Spine

Any Spine

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

How Chiropractors Address Lower Spine Problems Upon the first visit, a chiropractor conducts a thorough physical examination, perhaps correlating their findings with diagnostic tools such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or a CT scan to view the intricacies of a patient’s spinal structure.

Spine

Any Spine

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

This alternative medicine approach helps relieve common discomforts such as lower back pain and neck tension, while also promoting better tissue health and mobility. Practitioners typically gather detailed medical histories and may perform a physical examination to understand the patient’s condition better.

Spinal Adjustment

Any Spine

OCTOBER 13, 2024

Patients regularly report a marked decline in headache frequency and intensity after receiving this personalized care, affirming chiropractic’s role in managing these pervasive conditions: Assessment of cervical vertebrae to identify potential sources of headaches.

Health

Any Spine

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Improving Spinal Alignment for Better Health Many of my patients come to me struggling with back pain, an ailment often rooted in poor spinal alignment. After a thorough assessment at our chiropractic Atlanta studio, I focus on spinal adjustments that realign the vertebrae, thereby relieving pressure on nerves and muscles.

Chiropractic Care

CLA

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Over time, this stress can overwhelm the system, leading to things like chronic pain, fatigue, poor sleep, or immune challenges. They come in for a stiff neck or lower back pain, but whats really going on is deeper. This is why chiropractors need to focus on more than pain. Youre not just aligning vertebrae.

Health