Discovering and Treating the Causes of Pain - At Callingwood Chiropractic, our Doctors of Chiropractic are proud to utilize state-of-the-art technology and treatment techniques combined with time- and patient-proven practices that work in tandem to locate and treat pain conditions so that the best healing and preventive therapies can be applied.
In addition to the neurological and orthopedic deductions your doctor can make performing a physical exam and discussing with you your health and physical history, he may suggest taking a diagnostic image, such as an X-ray, to help pinpoint the problem and provide guidelines for the most effective treatments. We treat each patient as an individual and perform the appropriate tests and assessments only when warranted. Our Chiropractors at Callingwood Chiropractic are experienced and licensed in interpreting diagnostic and other lab results, so you are welcome to provide for their review any tests your MD may have prescribed. We have a respected history of working with our patients' medical doctors and physical therapists as part of their complete and comprehensive care, and will be happy to establish a relationship with your attending physician, specialist, physical therapist, dentist or other healthcare professional involved in your treatment.
Healing and Pain Management Therapies - In order for healing and pain treatments to be most effective, our Doctors of Chiropractic will first determine the most likely cause of pain and suggest the appropriate course of treatment.
Most people familiar with Chiropractic have some knowledge around the practices of spinal manipulation, but modern and complete Chiropractic care involves so much more. Recent pioneering treatments make Chiropractic therapy more beneficial than ever in both relieving and preventing pain. At Callingwood Chiropractic, our experienced doctors and staff are proud to provide the latest proven treatment therapy options to help restore your health and keep you active.
- Spinal Adjustment: Proper Chiropractic manipulation quickly performs a series of functions:
- Inhibits the nerves' pain pathways and increases healthy impulse transmission
- Reduces muscle tension and inflammation
- Arrests muscular spasm
- Promotes healing circulation to tight, constricted muscles and other soft tissues; aids in flushing trapped pain chemicals
- Helps restore body balance and coordination
- Improves mobility and increases range of motion
- Enhances peak performance
- Spinal Range of Motion and Acupressure Therapy: This exciting and effective treatment option is a non-surgical and painless alternative for many people dealing with degenerative arthritis, spinal stenosis, degenerated or herniated discs, facet syndrome, pinched nerves and other disorders producing neck and low back pain, as well as the pain from sciatica. Spinal Range of Motion Therapy has a proven success rate treating specific chronic pain conditions by gently stretching the spine and reducing pressure on spinal discs while increasing healing circulation to affected areas. This effort- and pain-free treatment option is of significant benefit to many sufferers of debilitating neck, low-back, or sciatica pain.
- Massage Therapy: Massage therapy is prescribed depending on the injury or disorder being addressed. MT may include deep, specific massage or a passive and pleasant therapy that promotes deep tissue relaxation and improves circulation, gentle stretching of tight muscles and tendons to improve mobility and increase circulation to relieve tension and reduce muscle spasm.
- Exercise Rehabilitation: Most injuries and conditions are greatly benefited by in-office and at-home care that works in tandem with proper Chiropractic treatment. Your doctors may suggest stretches for you to perform as needed to relieve pressure on your spine or limbs, along with common-sense strengthening exercises to promote stability, support, and help prevent further problems. Appropriate aerobic exercise designed to suit your age and fitness level will also be recommended, to help heal, arrest and prevent disease and injury.
- Acupuncture: Acupuncture is the gentle insertion of very fine needles at specific points on the body. This process stimulates movement of energy within the body, allowing natural healing to take place. Acupuncture practitioners are trained to select these points, based on over 3,000 years of experience in China. Acupuncture helps to prevent illness by improving the overall functioning of the body's immune and organ systems. Acupuncture is helpful for:
- Treating existing illnesses and injuries.
- Preventing both recurrence of illnesses and new illness.
- Improving overall health.
- History: Acupuncture originated in China over 3,000 years ago. It is part of the holistic system of healing known as Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Other common sense practices will greatly minimize the pain and damage caused by certain injuries and pain syndromes, such as rest, ice and/or heat therapy, compression or supportive devices, and elevation of inflamed soft tissues.
By being an active part in your healthcare, you can help treat and prevent spinal degeneration or deformity, protect your spine and joints, improve your posture, resist injury and enjoy greater flexibility, strength and balance throughout your lifetime.
