Extremity Adjusting in Waterloo
Your joints support your body’s movements and overall functionality at any given moment. However, misalignments in various areas can hinder your joint function and limit your range of motion. Here’s a look at some common joint misalignments and how chiropractic care may help.
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Wrist
Carpal tunnel syndrome often occurs when the median nerve gets compressed within the ligaments of your wrist. Surprisingly, the underlying cause may not lie solely within the wrist itself. Misalignments in your neck joints, shoulder, elbow, or wrist joints can contribute to this condition. By identifying the involved joint(s) and creating a personalized chiropractic care program, we can often alleviate discomfort and avoid the need for surgery.
Jaw
Stress, teeth grinding, and spinal issues can lead to temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. You can identify this condition by placing your fingers in front of your ears and opening your mouth, feeling the joint move. Skilled chiropractic care can restore proper nervous system control over the muscles and ligaments involved, reducing pain, stiffness, clicking sounds, and a locked jaw.
Shoulder
Did you know that many shoulder problems originate from issues in the neck? When nerves branch out from the spinal cord and exit the neck, they can affect the shoulders. Pain in the shoulder or radiating down the arm may be accompanied by weakness, numbness, or tingling in the wrists or hands. Many patients have experienced dramatic improvement with chiropractic care for their shoulder issues.
Elbow
Tennis elbow, or lateral epicondylitis, is a repetitive strain injury commonly affecting the dominant arm. It can impact individuals in various professions, such as carpenters, mechanics, office workers, cashiers, and those who perform repetitive forearm motions. Through a thorough examination followed by appropriate chiropractic care, excellent results have been achieved in managing this condition.
Hip
The hips and sacrum, collectively known as the “pelvic girdle,” form the foundation of your spine. Misalignments in the sacroiliac joints can affect the nerves exiting the spine. While chiropractic adjustments of the hips have proven effective, it’s essential to consider malfunctioning joints above or below the pelvis as potential contributors to hip problems.
Ankle
The ankle joint is highly prone to injuries and is often the most commonly injured joint in the body. One common foot problem, known as “pronation,” involves the feet flaring outward and kneecaps rotating inward. Weak arches can cause the foot bones to become unstable, leading to increased stress on the foot. By adjusting malfunctioning foot joints and incorporating custom shoe orthotics, tenderness can be reduced, your gait can improve, and the stability of your entire skeleton can be enhanced.
Discover the Power of Chiropractic Care for Joint Health
While spinal health plays a vital role in overall well-being, it’s important not to overlook the impact of joint misalignments throughout your body. Chiropractic techniques offer a natural approach to improving the range of motion and reducing painful inflammation without relying on drugs or surgery.
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Don’t let joint discomfort hold you back from living your best life. Contact Martin Chiropractic Clinic today to book an appointment with Dr. Martin to determine if you’re a candidate for extremity adjusting. Let us help you experience the transformative benefits of chiropractic care for your joints.
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