Chiropractic care involves the re-alignment of your joints, muscles, and bones. Your body can get out of alignment just from doing daily activities. With time, your spine can compress, which can give you lower back pain. Pain from sitting in a single position all day can cause issues to your upper back and neck, and being on your feet or walking can lead to issues with your hips getting out of alignment.
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If you have a herniated disc, your back pain may be caused when the bulging disc presses against a nerve in your spine. It might be possible to get some relief by positioning yourself a certain way on pillows, but spinal decompression therapy could be a better option if your chiropractor agrees.
You'll need an evaluation of your condition first, and if spinal decompression therapy is right for your herniated disc, you might need to undergo a series of treatments.
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If your fingers are getting stuck in a bent position when gripping, or you experience popping or tenderness at the base of your fingers, you should talk with your doctor about trigger finger. Trigger finger, or tenosynovitis, occurs when a tendon sheath becomes inflamed. People with certain health conditions, like arthritis or diabetes, may be more prone to developing trigger finger, but anyone can develop this issue if they have hobbies or jobs that require repetitive gripping motions.
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Many people overlook the neck as an important part of the body. The neck may not require a lot of strength to work, but you are sure to notice if your neck isn't working correctly. When you are not able to turn your head correctly or it hurts to move, chiropractic care therapy may be necessary.
Just as the rest of your body needs to stretch, so does your neck. Stretching your neck improves your range of motion, flexibility, and mobility.
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While all headaches are a painful nuisance, cluster headaches are particularly bothersome. These headaches can come on so suddenly and be so severe that they keep you from doing much of anything—sometimes for days on end. Cluster headaches are notoriously hard to treat, but one of your best options is to see a chiropractor. Here are some reasons why chiropractic care is such a good choice for patients with cluster headaches.
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