We offer comprehensive care for a variety of spinal, neuromuscular, neurological, disability, and general health issues. For patients presenting with symptoms related to these areas, here's an overview of what to expect:
1. Neck Pain
- Common Causes: Muscle strain, cervical disc issues, poor posture, whiplash from auto accidents.
- Symptoms: Discomfort or stiffness in the neck; pain that may radiate to the shoulders or arms.
2. Back Pain
- Common Causes: Herniated discs, muscle strain, degenerative disc disease, spinal stenosis.
- Symptoms: Pain localized in the back or radiating down the legs (sciatica).
3. General Spinal Pain
- Regions Affected: Cervical, thoracic, or lumbar spine.
- Common Causes: Arthritis, scoliosis, injury, spinal subluxation.
4. Headaches
- Types: Tension, migraine, cervicogenic headaches.
- Potential Causes: Often related to neck issues aggravated by stress.
5. Shoulder Pain
- Common Causes: Rotator cuff injuries, bursitis, tendinitis, or referred pain from the neck.
6. Hip Pain
- Common Causes: Hip labral tears, arthritis, bursitis, tendinitis, or referred pain from the lower back.
- Symptoms: Pain in the hip joint, which may radiate from other areas or be due to overuse or injury or aging.
7. Knee Pain
- Common Causes: Ligament injuries (e.g., ACL tears), meniscus tears, osteoarthritis, patellar tendinitis.
- Symptoms: Pain, swelling, or instability in the knee.
8. General Joint Injuries
- Types: Sprains, strains, dislocations, or chronic conditions such as osteoarthritis.
9. Comprehensive Spinal and Joint Pain
- Conditions: Systemic issues like fibromyalgia or myofascial pain and general arthritis.
10. Auto Accident Injuries
- Common Injuries: Whiplash, herniated discs, general trauma to the spine and joints.
- Symptoms: Range from acute pain to chronic discomfort.
11. Disabling Spinal Conditions
- Conditions: Disc problems, disc herniations, radiculitis and nerve damage.
In diagnosing and treating these conditions the doctor performs a thorough history and physical examination. Imaging studies like X-rays or MRIs, and possibly specialized tests may be utilized. A proper diagnosis and treatment plan are given for the best resolution of your problem.
