Posted on 2012-04-25 15:35:56
Back pain can sometimes be treated with chiropractic adjustments or other methods, but other times it seems the pain simply will not go away. This is where spinal decompression therapy may provide an effective solution. Back 2 Back Chiropractic offers spinal decompression as one of our all-natural, non-invasive treatments that provide relief and contribute to overall wellness. Our chiropractors Dr. David McKenna and Dr. O’Hara McKenna have used decompression to treat pain that does not respond to other treatments as well as an alternative to surgery.Unlike a spinal adjustment that realigns vertebrae that have strayed from the vertical alignment, decompression instead gently stretches and elongates the spinal column. The procedure serves to remove pressure on the discs between the vertebrae, which can eventually cause the discs to be restored to their proper positioning. While the patient lies on our decompression table (which is attached to a computer), the computer is set to pull and pump the discs. Based on our chiropractor's diagnostics, the appropriate settings will be implemented.
In our office, we use the Chattanooga DTS 900 decompression table, which is one of the only tables that allows the doctor to angle the "pull" in any combination of movements versus only being limited to pull on one plane. This means if a disc is compressed on one side, we can angle the table accordingly to give a true axial decompression on that disc. Included in our decompression sessions, we provide our patients with ultrasound and cold laser therapy to help discs and surrounding tissue to heal faster.
Decompression can be supplemented by other methods to create a comprehensive treatment plan. When combined with massage therapy, for instance, the benefits of decompression can be further enhanced by improving circulation and alleviating tension from the affected area. If you have questions about the procedure, contact the office and we'd be happy to schedule you for a consultation.
Have you ever tried spinal decompression?
Posted on 2012-04-13 11:01:49
Nearly everyone suffers from a headache at some point in life, although some people get them more than others. There are many reasons why headaches occur, as well as conditions and injuries that make certain people more prone to them than others.• Muscle Tension - Muscles that are tense can cause a person to have a tension headache, which often causes pain or soreness near the front of the head, the temples and down around to the base of the head and neck.
• Environmental Triggers - Certain environmental triggers may be responsible for some migraines. Those triggers may include food allergies or allergens in the air, such as foods containing monosodium glutamate or fragrances.
Fortunately, there is help available for headache sufferers, and it does not include simply taking pain medication to cope with headache symptoms. Here at Back 2 Back Chiropractic, we believe that pain management should address the source of a headache victim's pain, rather than simply cover up the symptoms. Each Dunwoody chiropractor in our office is trained and experienced in identifying the underlying causes of headache pain, and we customize a headache treatment plan for each patient.
Have you ever used chiropractic treatment to treat headache pain?
Posted on 2012-03-08 08:06:36
Dunwoody chiropractor, Dr. David McKenna, and chiropractor Dr. O’Hara McKenna welcome you to our new blog! We are eager to share so many things, and we hope our patients and anyone interested in chiropractic care will feel free to ask questions here. The first thing we hope to share with everyone is that chiropractic care is about so much more than just getting relief from back pain. We can also help people with everything from headaches, neck pain and sports injuries to maternity and pediatric care! In short, if you hurt, we can help!Dr. David McKenna, for example, is an experienced sports chiropractor who can help athletes recover from sports injuries so they can get back on track faster. Using skilled spinal adjusting techniques to un-pinch nerves, as well as extremity adjusting and spinal decompression therapy, Dr. McKenna can get to the heart of an injury to help it heal from the inside out for lasting relief.
Please use the comments space below to let us know what you would like us to write about here! Would you like to know more about how we use massage and spinal decompression therapy? Are there other treatments you have questions about? Let us know!
Posted on 2012-03-07 07:08:56
Research shows that women who receive prenatal chiropractic care can reduce the time of their labor by 5-9 hours on average. That’s a tremendous amount of time when you are in labor! If your new to chiropractic then you probably have quite a lot of questions about the safety of chiropractic care during pregnancy and this article will answer some of the most commonly asked 
questions.
Why would I need a chiropractor during pregnancy?
Regular chiropractic care during pregnancy can help align the pelvis to allow the baby to get in the best position possible for birth. This results in less discomfort, and easier labor and delivery, and a better transition for the baby into this world. Muscle strains of pregnancy are very real and can be quite painful. The average weight gain of 25 – 35 pounds can attribute to this severe discomfort, and as the baby grows, the woman’s weight is projected far in front of her body placing extra stress on the low back.
Yes! Studies show that 84% of patients receiving spinal adjustments reported relief of back pain during pregnancy. The increase in weight can create spinal misalignments and postural distortions, incidentally affecting mobility, nerves and muscles. The curves of the spine become exaggerated causing back pain. This is exaggerated during late pregnancy when the baby’s head presses down and can irritate mom’s sciatic nerve. This can cause pins and needles or sharp pain traveling down the back of your leg making it hard to walk. Chiropractic adjustments specifically tailored to correct these imbalances lead to greater comfort in the pregnant woman.
Your nervous system controls and coordinates everything in your body. Any nervous system interference can cause decrease in optimal health and function. With pregnancy comes changes in posture and increased stress on the spine which can cause misalignments of the vertebra and interfere with the nervous system. Pregnant mothers who have healthy spines in turn have a healthy nervous system, easier labors and deliveries, and healthier babies.
I am sure you’ve heard some mother say that they were told their baby was too big or their pelvis was too small. Truth is, it’s difficult and rare for you to make a baby too big for your pelvis. Even if the baby is head down, intra-uterine constraint can restrict the baby’s head from moving down into the ideal position for delivery. This can slow down labor, present risks for the baby, and add considerable pain to the mother. A doctor who specializes and is certified in pregnancy chiropractic will have a firm understanding of the unique concerns presented in pregnancy. In addition to adjusting the pregnant woman, these doctors will also recommend nutrition and exercise to help you have a more healthy and pleasant pregnancy.
Do you have questions about Prenatal Chiropractic Care?
