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May 11 2020

A Combination of Chiropractic and Rehabilitation are Most Effective Solution for Chronic Back Pain

All the years I have been in practice, I always stated chiropractic along with the proper therapeutic exercise was the best way of correcting back pain. While reading blogs today, I came across a great post by Dr. Kevin Smith, Bethel Park Chiropractor, discussing this exact topic.

Around 80% of the population experiences back pain and results in the more missed days from work, than any other sickness or injury. The majority of these patients seek care from medical doctors that just prescribe different medications from NSAIDS, to muscle relaxers and narcotic pain killers. These approaches at best only cover up the symptoms, but aren’t a solution and have many harmful side effects. On top of that, they rarely allow the patient to get back to enjoying their normal life and activities.

Current research is showing a combination of chiropractic and rehabilitation for lower back pain is the best approach. Chiropractors find the cause of the problem by addressing the misaligned vertebra that are putting pressure on the nerves, that result in restricted motion, compensating muscle spasms and pain. Chiropractic spinal adjustments free up the joints, allowing for optimal range of motion with reduction or elimination of pain and improvement in posture.

Chiropractic treatment is the safest and most gentle form of treatment. And it has an 85% success rate with most back problems. But by adding in proper therapeutic exercise and stretching, we can make that success rate go up even higher. The body doesn’t just exist of bones and nerves, but the supporting soft tissues need to be addressed too. In our office we assess the muscles of the spine, shoulders and legs as they support the back and neck. Once aligning the spine has reduced most of the pain, with the proper stretching and then strengthening exercises, we can stabilize the spine to help prevent future problems and bring more optimal health. All of this without drugs or surgery. Additional balance and coordination exercises brings upon further stability.

With this approach of chiropractic and rehabilitation, more people could enjoy a pain free, normal lifestyle once again. If you have been suffering with back pain, neck pain, headaches, leg or shoulder pain, find a chiropractor near you to live the lifestyle you deserve.

We have been helping chiropractic patients in Freehold NJ and the surrounding towns of Marlboro, Howell, Colts Neck, Manalapan, Jackson and Englishtown NJ for the past 6 years. Call us to find out how we can help you!

If you are seeking a chiropractor in Bethel Park, PA I would highly recommend:

Kevin Smith

Red Apple Wellness and Chiropractic

2409 South Park Road
Bethel Park, PA 15102

May 11 2020

Chiropractor in Freehold NJ Review by Survivor of 9/11 for his Back Pain and Shoulder Pain

Two years ago I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to help a survivor of the terror attacks on the World Trade Center on September 11. I remember the day he came into the office with the assistance of his wife who also survived. He had been suffering for 8 years with low back pain and shoulder pain and was using a walker to help him get around. From getting out of the chair in our waiting room to getting to the exam room took a lot of effort and pain. Watch and listen to Edwin tell his story.

I am so thankful to have had the opportunity to help such an amazing gentleman and family, allowing him to start enjoying his normal daily activities once again. This is what chiropractic is all about! Helping patients correct the underlying cause of their problems and being healthy naturally, not just cover up pain and symptoms with medications. This is why I love what I do as a chiropractor, helping patients like Edwin and every other patient I have had over the past 14 years.

If you are suffering with neck pain, back pain, headaches, fibromyalgia, sciatica, sports injuries, or looking to be optimally healthy without drugs and surgery, call our office and be a part of our success stories. For more information about chiropractor in Freehold NJ Dr. Russell Brokstein and Hometown Family Wellness Center go to our website: www.ChiropractorFreehold.com or call us at 732-780-0044.

May 11 2020

Suffering with Neck Pain, Shoulder Pain or Twitching? Chiropractor in Freehold NJ can Help!

As a chiropractor in Freehold, NJ I see patients with many types of conditions. Unfortunately, many patients first go to the medical doctors that do expensive tests that frequently show nothing is wrong, then they just medicate the patients for the symptoms they are experiencing.

I had a local resident that met me at an event I did at the Freehold Home Depot complaining of shoulder and neck pain with constant twitching. At first he didn’t take my advice but many months later he was still suffering after different tests and treatments and called our office. The patient was kind enough to share his experience on this video:

So, if you are suffering with neck pain, shoulder pain and or twitching and would like to finally have the problem corrected, give our office a call. Dr. Russell Brokstein has been providing chiropractic care for 14 years, and has helped 1000’s of patients be pain free and live a healthy and happy lifestyle without drugs and surgery. His office, Hometown Family Wellness Center is located at 9 Broadway, Freehold, NJ.

Find out more about our office by going to our website: www.chiropractorfreehold.com and check out other patient testimonials and reviews on the site.

May 11 2020

Shoulder Sport Injuries and Chiropractic Care

1361740537_7c6bbebfce — Many athletes experience shoulder sport injuries

Athletes and sports enthusiasts suffer from different sports injuries, the most common one being shoulder injuries, contracted during the strenuous activities and efforts required during various sports. Chiropractors provide effective treatment methods to rid the patients of the pain and suffering of a shoulder injury.

How Are Shoulder Sport Injuries Contracted?

Shoulder sport injuries are contracted by professional athletes and individuals who pursue a certain sport as a hobby. The strenuous and exhausting practice procedures, along with the constant exertion on the body, result in acute muscular pains in the arm and shoulder regions, for the sports professionals. In extreme cases, the pain spreads throughout the entire arm, causing sore and stiff shoulder muscles and tingling pain up to the fingers.

The sports which require extensive physical effort like basketball, baseball, football, etc., require the players to engage in different repetitive movements, which sometimes cause shoulder sport injuries.

Symptoms of Shoulder Injuries

Shoulder injuries which are very common among sports athletes and professionals present certain symptoms and signs which help in the diagnosis of the form of injury. A patient with a shoulder pain which persists for a couple of days has a high risk of suffering from a shoulder injury which needs to be treated promptly.

Recurring episodes of shoulder pain is also a sign of a shoulder injury, while inability to carry objects highlights the extent of damage suffered by the shoulder of an individual. In extreme cases, the shoulder injury causes a deformity in the joint and damages the muscles of the shoulder, which leaves the individual in extreme pain.

Shoulder injuries also include bruises and swellings around joints or the arm region of the body, which results in stiff muscles that are difficult to move. In some cases, the patient suffers from a fever and swelling with an infection, if there is acute damage to the muscles and joints of the shoulder region. Some individuals also face difficulty in moving their injured shoulder and experience pain in the area throughout the day.

Treatment Options

Shoulder injuries require prompt and efficient medical treatment, carefully administered, to ensure that there are no further damages to the injured area. Rest and anti-inflammatory medicines are prescribed by doctors to bring down the swelling in the shoulder. Various painkillers are prescribed which only serve to alleviate the pain for a short period of time. Chiropractors provide effective treatment for the shoulder sports injuries contracted by different individuals.

Image used under Creative Commons Licensing: Mikko with dislocated should… by Aleksi Aaltonen

May 11 2020

The Straw that Broke Your Back or Neck

So many times patients come to our office suffering with pain: neck pain, back pain, headaches, shoulder pain, knee pain, sciatica or other symptoms but they don’t know what was the cause. What you have to understand is that many times there is no one thing or accident that caused the problems, it’s the accumulative effects from the time you were born. As I always say, it’s the straw that broke your back or neck!

I recently did a video in our office to discuss this and explain to you all the different traumas that you are putting into your body every single day. These micro traumas occur from the time you are born to the current day. Click below to watch the video and learn what you, your children and your friends should know:

So, next time you feel pain, remember all the different stresses you put into your body on a daily basis. It’s usually the straw that broke your back or neck! It’s important to take care of your body. Chiropractic helps reduce the cause of the pain before it happens. “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” Benjamin Franklin!

Many times the problem is building up over time and you are asymptomatic. This means you don’t have pain yet. By seeing a chiropractor for maintenance, it helps prevent the problem from getting to the point of pain. We can find the imbalances in the spine, adjust them and help prevent you from getting to the point of pain again. Take a more active approach to your body and health. Just like your teeth, you don’t wait to start brushing your teeth or going to a dentist when you have pain or cavities. We show our patients spinal hygiene with corrective adjustments and home stretching similar to dental hygiene to prevent cavities, gum disease and other problems.

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