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Muscle / Tendon Strains – A Definitive Guide

Musculoskeletal Medicine

Limited Range of Motion You may have difficulty moving the injured muscle or joint through its full range of motion. Stiffness Stiffness in the affected joint or muscle may be present, especially in the morning or after periods of inactivity. Muscle Spasms Muscle spasms or involuntary contractions can occur in response to the strain.

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How Chiropractic Care Helps with Pinched Nerves

Back To Mind

Causes and Symptoms of a Pinched Nerve By definition, a pinched nerve is caused by any excess pressure targeted on the root of a nerve caused by a tissue, tendon, or bone. Formally, it is labeled as a controlled application of force by the chiropractor’s hands, placing force on the affected joint.

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Seven Crucial Things You Need to Know About A Hip Labrum Tear

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The hip joint, a complex ball-and-socket mechanism, owes much of its integrity to the acetabular labrum. This fibrous rim, varying in shape from triangular to round or irregular, is crucial in enhancing the joint's stability. (1) Limiting excessive movement of the femoral head within the socket, thus stabilizing the joint.

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The Hip Bone connected to the…. Universe?

CLA

When muscles affect joints and spinal alignment is altered the nervous system reacts to the stress FROM the spinal joints. As you can see, neurology is what runs the structure and stress is what challenges neurological coordination. This diagram shows that cycle.

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The Destructive D’s

CLA

Dyskinesia: This refers to altered spinal movement, which is present in all definitions of the subluxation. Dyskinesia is more than just a physical limitation; it reflects neurological interference that affects the entire body.

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Understanding Dysponesis: Distraction and Exhaustion Defined

CLA

By Dr. Christopher Kent In a previous column , I discussed the history and definition … Read More BY Dr. David Fletcher 3 MINS READ Supporting Research Vertebral Subluxation and the Nervous System By Dr. Christopher Kent, Esq.

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How does your community see you? Spinal Mechanic or Neurological Programmer?

CLA

The public perception of chiropractic revolves around spine and joint function. By Dr. Christopher Kent In a previous column , I discussed the history and definition … Read More BY Dr. David Fletcher 3 MINS READ Supporting Research Vertebral Subluxation and the Nervous System By Dr. Christopher Kent, Esq.