Acupuncture for Injury Recovery and Pain Relief
I have been treating patients with acupuncture for a few years now. I actually love treating patients with acupuncture. It is such a powerful treatment modality, and at times seems like magic. When treating musculo-skeletal ( pulled muscles, chronic back and neck pain, tendinitis, joint and disc inflammation etc) injuries I find that the injured […]
Chiropractic Care: More Than Just Back Pain
For many, chiropractic care is sought when back pain occurs, but this form of alternative medicine has proven to help far more ailments than what’s noticeable along the spine. Numerous studies have shown that chiropractic care can help with a variety of conditions, from Renal Disease to Leukemia. The following is a more comprehensive list: […]
Active Release Technique for Muscle Pain and Soft Tissue Injuries
If you’re thinking about chiropractic care as just spinal manipulation, you’re missing out on the complex nature of chiropractic and the different techniques that are used by a variety of practitioners. Active Release Technique (ART) Overused muscles cause pulls and tears (or accumulation of small tears) that end up being deprived of oxygen. When this […]
Back Pain Chiropractor in Scottsdale: Causes, Relief and Treatment Options
According to the American Chiropractic Association (ACA), nearly 31 million Americans will experience low back pain at any given time. It’s also the most common reason for missing work. Made up of bones, joints, ligaments and muscles, the back is susceptible to pain and injuries, whether it’s sports related or resulting from the simplest movement, […]
How to Choose the Right Type of Massage Therapy
With over 160 different types of massage techniques, knowing which is best for you can be daunting. The following are some preferred therapies designed to heal and get you back on track: Massage Therapy (Swedish Massage) A gentle therapy, the Swedish massage uses long, smooth strokes, circular movements and kneading to help with circulation and […]