How Chiropractors Treat Pain From Musculoskeletal Issues

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Musculoskeletal problems are corrected depending on their cause:

Muscle Dysfunction

That is a muscle that is not functioning properly. Many times we find that what’s known as a Trigger point. They cause pain and also traveling of pain. They can at first appear like a pinched nerve within the spine. Upon examination pressing on these knot’s present themselves. These knot’s within the muscle need to be stretched which can be uncomfortable. Sometimes the procedure takes two people depending on origin. After finding the Trigger Point the Chiropractor will hold the adhesion in place while simultaneously pulling the knot through. This releases the adhesion.

Bad Posture

When a muscle is chronically being contracted or chronically not contracted it will eventually become tight or in the latter weak. In both cases injury is much more likely. In the former we have to release the continuous tension on the muscle. This allows it to relax and contract when needed. In the latter we have to put tension to the muscle. Build up what’s known as muscle memory. This is done through progressions. They are called progressions because the aim to allow the patient to slowly learn a new movement building to another movement . The end game is to bring back full and proper function to the body.

Spinal Correction

Sometimes your problem within the muscle comes from spinal misalignments. These mal alignments throw the balance in your spine off. This causes attached muscles to shorten and/or lengthen. The result is pain. Picture the left front tire on your car being 2 feet in front of the right tire.. The frame essentially bent forward and to the left. How would your car drive? By correcting these mal-alignments normal muscle & joint function is restored.

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Here at Elliott Chiropractic in Lenoir City, TN, we believe preserving health is the best medicine. With a patient-given 5-star rating, we proudly serve our patients by improving their lives with safe, comfortable, natural solutions. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Michael Elliott and has seen thousands of patients over the past two decades and is dedicated to helping his patients feel their best. For all your chiropractic needs, Elliott Chiropractic has your back!