dchiroholmes, Author at Elite Sports and Spine Chiropractic

09May 2023 by dchiroholmes

The Benefits of Chiropractic Care for Sports Injuries

Sports Rehab in New Castle PA Sports injuries can be painful, debilitating, and can take an athlete out of the game for a significant period of time. Traditional treatments for sports injuries may include surgery, physical therapy, and medication. However, chiropractic care is becoming an increasingly popular and effective option for athletes seeking to recover from sports injuries. In this blog post, we'll explore the benefits of chiropractic care for sports injuries, including treatment approaches, treatment effectiveness, and its impact on patient outcomes when involving physical and sports rehabilitation. Treatment Approaches for Chiropractic Care and Sports Rehabilitation Chiropractic care is a form of alternative medicine that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal disorders, focusing on both spine and extremities. Chiropractors use a variety of techniques to adjust the…

02May 2023 by dchiroholmes

What’s the Sound Heard During a Chiropractic Adjustment?

Chiropractic, Physical Therapy

The sound heard during a chiropractic adjustment is often referred to as a "crack" or "pop." It is the result of a sudden and rapid separation of joint surfaces, which can create a change in pressure within the joint and cause dissolved gases, such as nitrogen and carbon dioxide, to form bubbles. The sound is similar to the sound that occurs when you crack your knuckles. Theory #1 While the exact cause of the popping sound is not fully understood, recent research suggests that it may be due to a phenomenon called tribonucleation. According to this theory, the rapid separation of joint surfaces during a chiropractic adjustment causes a drop in pressure, which allows dissolved gases to form bubbles. When the bubbles collapse, they produce a popping sound. Another Theory…

20Apr 2023 by dchiroholmes

5 Ways Chiropractors Can Treat Headaches

Chiropractic, Physical Therapy

Watch out!! Headache complaints are becoming increasingly common within our offices! What's to blame: Technology? Stress? Exposure to toxins? Each case tends to be a little different. We can all agree that headaches are a common ailment that can greatly impact one's quality of life. While there are a variety of treatment options available for headaches, chiropractic care is a popular and effective option for many people. In this blog post, we'll take a closer look at 5 ways chiropractors can treat headaches. 5 Ways Chiropractors Can Treat Headaches Spinal Adjustments Spinal adjustments are a core component of chiropractic care and can help alleviate headaches. Restrictions and lack of proper motion in the spine can cause tension and inflammation in the surrounding muscles and nerves, which can contribute to headaches.…

05Apr 2023 by dchiroholmes

Chiropractic Treatment for Disc Injuries

Chiropractic, Physical Therapy

Disc injuries are a common cause of pain and discomfort, especially in the neck and back. These injuries can range from minor strains to more serious herniations, and can greatly impact one's quality of life. While there are a variety of treatment options available, chiropractic treatment for disc injuries demonstrates as an effective option for many people. In this post, we'll take a closer look at how chiropractic treatment can help with disc injuries. What are Disc Injuries? [caption id="attachment_2353" align="alignnone" width="300"] Chiropractic treatment for disc injury[/caption] Disc injuries occur when the soft, gel-like material inside the disc between the vertebrae in the spine pushes out or bulges. This can put pressure on the surrounding nerves and tissues, causing pain, numbness into the extremities, and other symptoms. Disc injuries can…

28Mar 2023 by dchiroholmes

Chiropractic Treatment for Sciatica

Chiropractic, Physical Therapy

Sciatica is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It is a type of pain that is caused by the compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back to the legs. This pain can be intense and debilitating, making it difficult for people to carry out their daily activities. Chiropractic treatment for sciatica has been found to be effective in relieving the these nagging symptoms. Chiropractic care is a non-invasive, drug-free approach that focuses on restoring the function of the spine and nervous system. Common Symptoms of Sciatica Include: Numbness or tingling: Many people with sciatica experience numbness or tingling in the affected leg or foot. This can be a result of nerve compression or irritation. Weakness: Sciatica can also cause weakness in…

08Feb 2022 by dchiroholmes

5 Tips for Weight Loss

Chiropractic

As we begin the new year, it comes as no surprise that many individuals have begun participating in their respective weight loss journeys. Weight loss has been an age-old struggle in our society for several decades. In these modern times, filled with leisure and convivence, losing weight has seemingly become more difficult than ever before. Below are our 5 Tips for Weight Loss that should help get you started in the right direction: Tip # 1 For Weight Loss: Consistency Perhaps the most important tip for weight loss: consistency. Anybody can go to the gym once and exercise for an hour; just like anybody can order a salad once at a restaurant, but once isn’t enough. The most educated and qualified professional in the world could prescribe a diet and exercise…

12Mar 2020 by dchiroholmes

How to Boost Your Immunity

Chiropractic

Viruses, bacteria & other pathogens can cause illness - Learn how to boost your immunity It is flu season and there has been a lot of talk and news coverage about the novel Corona virus. People are looking for solutions and ways to stay healthy. Boosting the immune system is something that can help decrease the risk of getting sick. Here are some effective methods on how to boost your immunity: Eat the rainbow: Knowing how to boost your immunity through diet is a top priority. Eating the rainbow means to eat whole fruits and vegetables in a variety of colors and types. The more diversity in the diet, the more nutrients will be absorbed. Eating local and organic as much as possible can help reduce exposure to pesticides that…

19Jan 2020 by dchiroholmes

What is Laser Therapy?

Chiropractic

There are many questions that arise when our doctors bring up laser therapy as a recommendation to a patient. This blog post will cover these questions, so you are more comfortable discussing it with your doctor. What is laser therapy? How does it work? Can it help me? Does it hurt? How many sessions will I need? How much will it cost? Types of Laser Therapy Many of you have probably heard of some sort of laser treatment provided by a doctor. There are many forms of it including laser hair removal, laser fat reduction, laser eye surgery, and laser therapy for the musculoskeletal and nervous system. Laser Therapy at Elite Sports and Spine Chiropractic We offer laser therapy for all kinds of conditions and injuries. Some of the most…

06Sep 2019 by dchiroholmes

3 Things Every Athlete Should Do Before Participating in Sports

Chiropractic, Uncategorized

Get a Scoliosis Screening Most people are familiar with scoliosis screenings that are typically done by a school nurse. These are great to get done during adolescent years, while the body is still growing. Scoliosis can progress and get worse during growth spurts, so it is important to get checked every sports season to ensure safety while playing sports. Our chiropractors at Elite Sports and Spine Chiropractic are trained to perform scoliosis screenings, and employ scoliosis rehabilitation when this problem is identified. Get checked today! Participate in a Functional Assessment Screening Functional assessment screens are used to identify imbalances that could possibly lead to injuries. It is a reliable tool to determine if an athlete may be prone to certain injuries. A functional assessment screen consists of performing athletic movements such as…

04Sep 2019 by dchiroholmes

Our Chiropractors Are Now Accepting UPMC

Chiropractic, Uncategorized

We're now considered in-network with most all UPMC insurance policies! This has been a long-awaited opportunity that we are pleased to be a part of. Our focus is to help anyone walking through our door that is in need of our services, and this provides one more step in fulfilling that duty. What does this mean for our patients? We're still in network with all other major carriers, including but not limited to the following list: Highmark and all major Blue Cross Blue Shield subsidiaries Aetna and all major subsidiaries United Healthcare and all major subsidiaries Worker's Compensation Policies Auto Insurance Policies Medicare and all major subsidiaries/secondaries Medicaid and many subsidiaries/secondaries Since our chiropractors are now accepting UPMC policies, we are very excited to make a huge impact surrounding our offices…

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