- The application of cold or ice used to compress and reduce swelling in the tissues.
Surface cooling restricts blood flow, numbs painful area's, and relaxes muscle spasms.
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Moist Hydrocolator Heat
Applying moist heat to your body increases blood flow to the tissues,
improves joint function, and increases metabolism. When a muscle tissue
relaxes joint and muscle function improve. This therapy can also increase
blood and lymph circulation.
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Interferential Electro-Therapy
Interferential therapy is a treatment to aid in the relief of pain and the promotion
of soft tissue healing. Waves of electrical impulses intersect below the skin surface
and prompt the body to secrete endorphins and other natural pain killers.
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Spinal Adjustments
A chiropractic adjustment is a specific force applied in a specific direction
to reduce nervous system and spinal dysfunction.
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Ultrasound
Ultrasound is used as a therapeutic treatment for soft tissue injuries.
Sound waves penetrated the deep tissues in the body breaking up scar tissue
and giving the patient a warm relaxing feeling. It also works great on the
bursal tissue of the body.
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Myofascial Release
A trigger point is an area of uncontrolled muscle tightness.
This tenderness can interfere with normal muscle function causing
weakness and loss of range of motion. Myofascial release is a highly
effective way to reduce muscle spasm and relax a hyperactive muscle.
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Intersegmental Traction
Introducing a passive wave of motion into the spine of a patient
is a great way to prepare for a spinal adjustment. Most patients
find this relaxing and therapeutic as motion re-enters their spine.
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Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Exercise
Every patient must participate in some form of rehabilitation, it may be home therapy or in office.
Core spinal exercises and strengthening are important for maintaining
strength and flexibility between adjustments.
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