Desk Job Pain Relief and Prevention in Portland, Maine
Is there any drug free help for “Desk Jockeys” and their pain and wear and tear? What is a desk jockey? A person who sits at a desk job all day, 4+ days a week is a desk jockey. Some sources say that sitting is the new smoking. Some experts blame sitting and inactivity with most of what ails America. Chiropractic care offers several benefits to individuals who work at a desk job, helping them combat the negative impacts of prolonged sitting and computer use. By improving posture, reducing pain, and enhancing overall health, chiropractic care can significantly benefit office workers. Here are some ways chiropractic care helps desk workers: 1. Improved Posture: Chiropractic adjustments can help correct postural issues that arise from prolonged sitting, leading to better spinal alignment and reduced strain on the body[1][2]. 2. Pain Management: Chiropractic care can help decrease pain, whether it’s chronic pain or discomfort from sitting for extended periods, by addressing musculoskeletal issues and promoting better nerve function[1][2]. 3. Enhanced Sleep: Chiropractic treatment has been linked to improved sleep quality by increasing blood flow, circulation, and relaxation in the body, which can be particularly beneficial for individuals struggling with sleep disturbances due...
read moreThe secret that golf competitors don’t want you to know. – Dr. Lou – Portland, Maine
Professional golfers can benefit from chiropractic care in several ways: Injury Prevention and Treatment – Spinal Alignment: Regular chiropractic care helps maintain proper spinal alignment, reducing the risk of developing extra tension in the back and preventing injuries caused by golf swings[1]. – Muscle Balance: Dr. Lou’s (chiropractors) work on muscular balance and movement assessments to identify and address asymmetries in the body before they become problematic, particularly for avid golfers who may experience repetitive stress injuries[1]. – Joint Health: Chiropractic adjustments can restore and enhance flexibility, which is crucial for golfers to achieve a smoother and more powerful swing[8]. Performance Enhancement – Improved Swing Mechanics: Proper spine and posture, achieved through chiropractic care, can help golfers swing better and hit the ball more effectively[2]. – Increased Strength: Chiropractic care can align the nervous system, improving the body’s ability to receive signals and thus enhancing strength, speed, and accuracy in golf[3]. – Greater Flexibility and Range of Motion: Chiropractors can prevent or fix subluxations (misalignments), improving a golfer’s flexibility and range of motion, which are essential for power and accuracy[3]. Holistic Health Benefits – Blood Flow and Oxygenation: Chiropractic adjustments can boost blood flow, bringing more oxygen to muscles...
read moreChiropractic Care Effects on Anxiety – with Dr. Lou – Election 2024
Chiropractic Care, Anxiety and the Election of 2024. Chiropractic care, traditionally associated with the treatment of physical ailments such as back pain and musculoskeletal issues, is increasingly being recognized for its potential benefits in managing anxiety. Anxiety disorders are the most prevalent mental health conditions in the United States, affecting 40 million adults. While conventional treatment options include medication and psychotherapy, chiropractic care offers a complementary or alternative approach that focuses on the body’s physical condition to influence mental health. As you know, medications have lots of side effects, many of them unwanted. Dr.Lou is especially concerned about anxiety levels rising this year. With 2024 being an election year that will affect us locally and globally, many are already feeling the stress and anxiety of the election in the U.S. How Chiropractic Care Can Help with Anxiety 1. Natural Treatment Approach: Chiropractic care provides a non-pharmacological option for anxiety management. This is particularly appealing for individuals looking to avoid the side effects associated with anxiety medications, such as insomnia, weight gain, and fatigue. Chiropractic treatments involve physical manipulations and adjustments that impact the nervous system, rather than medication, offering a holistic approach to health[26]. 2. Lowering Blood Pressure: High...
read moreDrummers and Wrist Injuries. Prevention and Treatment.
Drummers and Wrist Injuries Prevention and Treatment For decades, I have worked with drummers of all levels. Drummers experience various wrist issues, often related to the repetitive and forceful nature of drumming. There are other issues to tackle like back and neck pain, shoulder pain, etc., but this post is about wrists. Some common wrist problems include: Tendonitis: This is the inflammation of a tendon, which is the tissue that connects muscle to bone. Drummers can develop tendonitis in the wrist due to the repetitive motion of playing and the force exerted on the tendons. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: This condition occurs when the median nerve, which runs from the forearm into the hand, becomes pressed or squeezed at the wrist. Drummers who frequently grip drumsticks tightly may be at risk. De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis: This condition involves inflammation of the tendons on the thumb side of the wrist. Drummers who use a lot of thumb movement, such as in traditional grip, may be more susceptible. Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI): This is a general term for conditions resulting from repetitive motion and overuse of certain muscles. Drummers can develop RSIs from the repetitive nature of drumming, affecting various parts of the...
read moreCarpal Boss and the guitar player. Expert advice
Musicians and Carpal Boss: A Discordant Duet For musicians, their hands (and minds) are their most valuable tools. Whether they play the piano, guitar, violin, or any other instrument, the intricate movements required demand a high level of hand and thumb dexterity. What is carpal bossing? This is an accurate description taken from wikipedia: “Carpometacarpal bossing (or metacarpal/carpal bossing) is a small, immovable mass of bone on the back of the wrist. The mass occurs in one of the joints between the carpus and metacarpus of the hand, called the carpometacarpal joints, where a small immovable protuberance[1] occurs when this joint becomes swollen or bossed.” Carpal Boss(ing) can be especially troublesome for musicians, as it directly impacts their ability to perform. Here are some of the challenges they face: Confusion: The difference between a carpal boss and a ganglion cyst is that a carpal boss is a hardened area, while a ganglion cyst feels softer to the touch. This is because it contains a jelly-like fluid rather than a bony substance. If you try to use the “bible method” of pounding a ganglion cyst on a carpal boss, you will likely have a very unpleasant, unsuccessful, destructive experience. Proper diagnosis is...
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