What are some of the most common problems where chiropractic care can benefit me?

• Spinal Manipulation
• Auto Accidents
• Work Injuries
• Neck Pain
• Low Back Pain
• Headaches
• Sports Related Injuries

Spinal Manipulation

Chiropractic spinal manipulation is the most rapidly expanding form of spinal rehabilitative treatment in the United States.

Recently, a federally commissioned task force found spinal manipulation to be the most effective form of treatment for acute lower back pain. Spinal manipulation is also effectively used for the treatment of neck pain and headaches as well as aiding in the recovery of injured spinal joints commonly resulting from car accidents, sports and work injuries.

Individuals who suffer from spinal pain and restricted range of motion routinely achieve dramatic improvement with spinal manipulation under our care. Our Doctors of Chiropractic have over 50 years of combined experience in several types of spinal adjusting techniques including those techniques which are gentle enough to safely treat the aged, the acutely injured, post-surgical patients and even infants. Chiropractic care in conjunction with physical therapy have been found to be a powerful combination of treatment providing results superior to chiropractic care or physical therapy alone.

Auto Accidents

Injuries, which occur from auto collisions, can be devastating. Most injuries involve a variety of systems in the body. Our precise group of specialists are there to diagnose and treat your injuries. We have access to a referral network of neurologists, orthopedics, neurosurgeons, and other specialists to assist if needed. Over 87% of accidents never need surgery or interventions that we are not able to provide. We have handled over 2,000 separate injury cases over our combined careers. If you have had an accident, give us a call, we can help.

A little known fact is that injuries can occur other than when two cars collide, and your auto insurance may be responsible for and pay for the care you receive. In layman’s terms’ the no-fault law reads, the care received for any injury which occurs in the normal use and maintenance of your car should be paid for by your auto insurance carrier. In short, if you hurt yourself changing a tire or the oil, cleaning your car or anything else that may cause an injury while using or maintaining your car, you have a claim that may be paid by your auto insurance.

Work Injuries

In today’s work environments there are many activities which could cause an injury. The Department of Labor and Industry (DOLI) has a set of guidelines for specific injuries. If you are unfortunate enough to get injured at work, there are things to remember:

• You have the right to choose the doctor of your choice—either medical or chiropractic. Also, you do not have to go to the company doctor other than for one exam. Make sure you choose the doctor who has your health and recovery as their primary concern.
• The doctor/clinic you choose is required to know and understand the Workers’ Compensation rules established by DOLI. We have taken many seminars given by DOLI.

If you have questions, call us, we can help.

Neck Pain

Neck pain can be devastating. The neck (cervical spine) consists of the upper seven vertebra of the spine. This sensitive area can be the cause of headaches and arm pain. A complete exam by a provider who knows the anatomy and its function is the first step to recovery. The neck is the most complicated area of the spine. It works in synergy with the brain and the neurology that travels into the arms. If you have neck pain, arm pain, headaches and upper back problems—give us a call, we can help.

Low Back Pain

Low back pain is the number one disabling condition of the musculoskeletal system. The conditions that cause low back pain are many and varied. If you have any pain located in the low back, hips, groin and legs, then a thorough history and exam are needed. Differential diagnosis for determining the cause of low back pain can run from a simple strain to cancer. If you have sharp pain in your back, call immediately for an appointment. If you have a dull ache that lingers over 2 days, call for an appointment.

Headaches

Headaches are caused by a variety of reasons from simple to deadly. Any unexplained headaches need a thorough exam including the neck, eyes, throat, head, ears, speech and a complete family history. Our clinic utilizes the latest diagnostics to determine the accurate diagnosis of your headache, this includes MRI’s and PET exams. We also work closely with major clinics in the Twin Cities in regard to the most devastating types of headaches. Call us with your questions.

Sports Related Injuries

Sport related injuries happen to young athletes and weekend warrior athletes who try to take themselves beyond their years. We encourage all ages to participate wisely in all kinds of athletic events. Our team of doctors range from skilled mountain climbers to ex-college baseball and hockey players who today participate in soccer, volleyball, inline skate marathons, and a variety of sports to keep in shape. We sponsor a trainer in the local high school system and keep abreast of the latest care techniques. Across-the-board we have the experts from medicine, chiropractic and physical therapy to aid in athletes’ recovery.