HOSENFELD CHIROPRACTIC/APPLE HEALTHCARE - COMMON CONDITIONS
Most musculoskeletal conditions and pain syndromes respond
favorably to chiropractic care. The conditions listed below are
the most frequently seen at our office. Click on a topic to
learn how our team can care for your condition. If you have a
condition that is not on this list, do not hesitate to contact
our office to learn how we treat the condition.
CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME (CTS)Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is an epidemic in the United States. It
has become a chronic and debilitating problem in the workplace,
affecting those who perform repetitive tasks with improper rest
or breaks. People commonly affected by CTS include, assembly
line workers, cashiers, gardeners, landscapers, quilters,
mechanics, pianists, and especially computer typists. With
increased computer use, the problem is affecting a greater
percentage of the population. Symptoms of CTS include tingling,
numbness, weakness and pain in the wrist and hands. The cause is
pressure on the median nerve as it passes under the wrist. The
pain can interfere with sleep, work and daily routine. The goal
of treatment is to rehabilitate the wrist and keep you working
at your job. Treatment involves specific joint manipulation,
physiotherapy, exercises and possible braces. It is possible to
feel better quickly without drugs or surgery.
DISC PAINDiscs are the stabilizers, connectors and shock absorbers for
the spine. They are constructed of soft, fibrous tissue with a
jelly-like center. Disc problems can range from a mild bulge or
tear of the disc material to a severe rupture that requires
surgery. The onset of pain can be sudden and severe, or you may
just notice increased pain with prolonged sitting. Most commonly
disc problems occur in the lower back or lumbar spine. They can
also present in the neck area. Bad cases are accompanied by arm
or leg pain. Sometimes patients are practically carried into our
office, as the pain and muscle spasm prevents them from standing
erect.
We have tremendous experience with disc problems at our office.
These injuries are more difficult to treat, because of the
disc’s poor blood supply and have a tendency to heal slowly.
Research has shown that the combination of physiotherapeutic
modalities, spinal decompression, exercise and restored mobility
through light spinal manipulation can enhance fluid transfer to
the injured disc, allowing them to heal. Disc problems are
finicky and require lifestyle management through conservative
care to prevent surgery.
FIBROMYALGIA
 Fibromyalgia affects from 3-6 million Americans, mostly 25-50
year old women. Although in-depth research has yielded few
answers, it is thought that victims have reduced circulation to
their muscle cells, which damages the cells' energy producing
mechanism. Their bodies also break down muscle protein at an
unusually high rate, which may be one of the primary reasons for
the typical pain, aching and fatigue. Diagnosis of fibromyalgia
is based on 18 trigger points throughout the body that are
nearly all painful or tender. Most traditional pain relievers
and anti-inflammatory drugs have proven to be ineffective in
treating fibromyalgia, although proper diet and nutritional
supplementation has been promising. Because of its association
with reduced circulation to muscle cells, Hosenfeld Chiropractic
focuses on improving circulation, restoring proper skeletal
alignment and nervous system function. We prefer a
colloaborative approach with all of an individuals health
practitioners to individualize their treatment.
HIP BURSITISHip bursitis is an annoying pain on the side of the thigh. It is
caused by an inflamed fluid filled cushion (bursae) which lies
underneath the hip muscle. Characteristically, symptoms include
pain when lying on your side. The pain is most prominent at the
hip and may radiate down the side of the leg. Bursitis is caused
by altered pelvic and hip biomechanics with tight muscles. Once
irritated, the bursae will become inflamed and cause quite a bit
of hip pain. Specific adjusting along with physical therapy will
heal the area quickly without long-term consequence. This
responds extremely well to chiropractic care.
LOW BACK PAIN80% of Americans have episodes of back pain in their life. The
old treatment was to take medicine and rest for 2 weeks. Today's
standard of care involves immediate treatment with manipulation,
physical therapy and exercises to restore function. At Hosenfeld
Chiropractic, treatment and prognosis are based on the type of
tissue involved and the mechanism of pain. Most cases including
disc, muscle spasm, or simple joint fixation respond to care
well. A conservative approach is the key to healing and
preventing on-going back pain.
NECK PAIN AND HEADACHESEverybody has been afflicted with neck pain and headaches at one
time or another. Pain is a distress signal. Something is wrong.
Many times headaches are caused when spinal bones in your neck
are not moving properly causing the muscles to tighten. This
will affect the nerves, ligaments and blood supply to the head
and shoulder region. At Hosenfeld Chiropractic, the physicians
focus on treating the underlying source of neck pain and
headaches. Re-aligning the vertebrae in the neck and shoulder
area help restore proper functioning of the vertebra, removing
muscle spasm. Massage and exercises help prevent re-occurrence
of the problem.
PATELLOFEMORAL SYNDROME (GRINDING KNEECAPS)Patellofemoral Syndrome afflicts many people, especially women.
The condition is characterized by knee pain around the knee cap,
and "creaking" of the knees. Many times it is caused by improper
tracking of the knee cap and the knee itself. As the tracking
slips off course, the cartilage behind the knee degenerates and
knee pain occurs. There are specific exercises that can help
this condition. At Hosenfeld Chiropractic, we utilize specific
physical therapy along with manipulation to provide relief of
pain.
PEDIATRICSThe birth process, even under natural and controlled conditions,
is potentially traumatic. The pulling, pushing and twisting on
the newborn's neck and spine during birth will commonly cause
the small moldable vertebra to be pushed out of alignment.
Nerves exiting these vertebra send information to all parts of
the body and when irritated can wreak havoc on a newborn or
child's body. As the spine continues to grow into your twenties,
the misaligned spine may be the underlying cause of symptoms as
varied as colic, earaches, unexplained crying or pain, poor
appetite, breathing problems and allergic reactions. At
Hosenfeld Chiropractic, we put special emphasis on evaluation of
your child's development that can help enhance your child's
overall health and wellness. Adjustment techniques are modified
for the child's size and weight. It's a wonderful gift to be
able to give your child the gift of health through preventive
and corrective care before problems occur later in life.
PLANTAR FASCITIS
 Plantar fascitis is a condition in which the thin layer of
tissue on the bottom of the foot (fascia) becomes inflamed or
irritated. Symptoms include heel pain on walking, especially the
first steps out of bed in the morning. Swelling and numbness
occasionally accompany the condition. Causes include muscle
tightness, occasionally a spur may irritate, and most commonly
poor biomechanics is the culprit. Hosenfeld Chiropractic
understands how to correct this pain through restoration of
proper biomechanics and soft tissue therapy. Difficult cases
usually respond to custom orthotics fitted at our office. Give
your feet a break and find the cause of the ache.
REHABILITATIONRehabilitation is crucial for sustained spinal health. The spine
and contiguous structures, muscles, tendons and l igaments must
be taught to support the corrections in spinal alignment and
prevent a relapse of your original problem. This is often done
through individualized specific exercises that isolate and
strengthen targeted muscles. The doctors will prescribe
particular exercises that you can do easily at home. Stretching,
resistance training and improvement of muscle tone along with
spinal manipulation are critical to your complete course of
care. The doctors and staff at Hosenfeld Chiropractic are
dedicated to not only correcting the problem, but preventing
future pain and minimizing the severity of flare-ups.
SCIATICASciatica is an intense pain shooting down one or both of your
legs. The sciatic nerve is the largest and longest nerve in the
body. It begins in the lower back and courses through the
buttocks, down the thigh and leg to the foot. Pressure on the
nerve from any source creates pain down the nerve known as
sciatica. The pain may be intense and burning into the entire
leg. Some cases are less intense with achiness into the
buttocks. Common causes of sciatica include, joint inflammation,
disc bulge, muscle spasm and arthritis. Fortunately, most cases
of sciatica respond favorably to natural chiropractic care.
SCOLIOSISScoliosis is condition of spinal deformity. The spine grows
sideways, bent and twisted instead of straight. The condition
can predispose to back pain, premature arthritis, and possibly
respiratory and other internal problems. Spinal curvature most
commonly affects girls between the ages of 8 and 18. In some
cases children are born with scoliosis. All children should be
checked for scoliosis, especially if a parent has this spinal
problem. At Hosenfeld Chiropractic, our goal is early detection
and treatment with corrective spinal manipulation, therapy and
structural strengthening exercises. Obviously we treat MANY
adults with scoliosis. In many cases they are shocked when their
X-rays show curvature. Care improves function and gives relief
to their back pain, but cannot correct the curvature.
Chiropractic offers hope for a healthy pain free life for those
affected by scoliosis.
 SHOULDER INJURIESShoulder injuries are characterized by pain and tenderness in
the shoulder, arm, back or neck region. Causes vary from trauma
to overuse injuries of the muscle, ligaments, and tendons that
surround the shoulder and neck regions. Our doctors are very
effective in identifying and treating these types of injuries
through manipulation, physical therapy, and exercise
rehabilitation.
TENNIS ELBOW
Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis) is an overuse injury to the
extensor muscles and tendons of the forearm. Causes are usually
from an injury or a repetitive motion activity. Activities such
as lifting a coffee cup can elicit mild to intense pain at the
elbow. There may be associated muscle weakness and inability to
perform tasks. Through specific adjusting, physical therapy, and
mechanical correction, you will be able to return to full
activity quickly.
TMJ DISORDERS
Many TMJ-related symptoms are caused by the effects of physical
and emotional stress on the structures around the joint. These
structures include the muscles of the jaw, face, and neck; the
teeth; the cartilage disc at the joint; and nearby ligaments,
blood vessels, and nerves. Symptoms include ear pain, sore jaw
muscles, locking of the jaw, temple/cheek pain, jaw popping or
clicking, frequent headaches, discomfort with chewing, and
difficulty with opening the mouth fully. At Hosenfeld
Chiropractic, doctors can examine the jaw and prescribe physical
therapies to help relax the muscles and ease tension associated
with TMJ pain.
 WHIPLASHWhiplash is defined as a neck injury caused by over-extending or
flexing the neck. This can happen during a car accident, sports
injury, roller coasters, or a fall. Symptoms usually include
neck pain, headache, dizziness, fatigue, irritability, shoulder
and low back pain. More serious manifestations are difficulty
swallowing, blurred vision, ringing in the ears, nausea and
weakness. Although most persons begin to notice symptoms
immediately following a trauma, they can be slow to develop and
begin several weeks after the injury. If left untreated,
whiplash can result in chronic and recurring problems, such as
arthritis, headache, and stiffness. At Hosenfeld Chiropractic,
we are very effective at treating whiplash so that that your
recovery time is minimized. The goal is to return you to your
active lifestyle as soon as possible.
MANY MORE
It is difficult to place all the conditions treated in our
clinic on one page as many conditions overlap in treatment
and symptomatology and are numerous in nature. We strive to
provide a tissue specific diagnosis for each condition and
individualize treatment for each diagnosis. We strive to
provide the answers you are looking and give an open, honest
communication to your healthcare solutions in the most
timely fashion possible.
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