Arthritis
Arthritis, or joint pain or joint disease, is the leading cause of disability in America. More than 50 million adults and 300,000 children are suffering from some type of arthritis. Common symptoms include swelling, pain, stiffness, and decreased range of motion. Severe arthritis can result in chronic pain, inability to perform normal day-to-day activities, and has the potential to cause permanent joint damage.
To determine whether or not you may be suffering from arthritis or to determine the severity, your medical professional will perform blood tests and conduct an imaging scan (ie: x-ray, CAT scan or MRI). Eating healthy, staying active, and understanding your type of arthritis and treatment options are crucial to decreasing your discomfort and paving the way for an enjoyable, happy life.
Auto Injuries
At Davidson Chiropractic Clinic, serving Evanston and Rock Springs, WY, we understand the mental and physical aspects of getting involved in a car accident. No matter what kinds of injuries you have suffered, it is important that you understand all of your options.
If you are considering a chiropractic visit after an auto accident, here’s what you need to know:
Common Auto Accident Injuries
Herniated discs are common injuries that result in pain, tingling, and numbness. A herniated spinal disc can also affect the surrounding nerves, leading to limb pain. Often, herniated discs are paired with other injuries, which can make them even more difficult to contend with.
Spinal fractures come in several levels of severity. After any broken bones or torn ligaments you’ve experienced in an auto accident have been repaired, our chiropractor can help you recover your range of motion and reduce your pain.
Joint injuries are especially common after car accidents. You may experience severe pain in your elbows, knees, ankles, and other joints. Some joint injuries make walking, eating, or working all the more difficult. Manual manipulation provided by our chiropractor can both reduce your pain and restore wellness to your body.
Whiplash is another big reason why people come to our chiropractic office. Whiplash is the sudden movement of the neck and head forward and then back, like the crack of a whip. Whiplash often results in pain that extends to the neck, shoulders, and upper back.
Soft tissue injuries, including ligament and tendon injuries, can occur during an auto accident, too. Chiropractors help your body heal so that these tissues can return to normal.
Some Injuries Are Hidden
A major mistake that many people make after a car accident is that they do not get treatment for their injuries, particularly because they do not believe that they have injuries. Even if you do not experience any sort of pain right away, always undergo a professional evaluation.
Auto Accident Injury Options
You have plenty of treatment options after an auto accident. You can receive treatment by visiting our chiropractor whether or not you have already undergone surgery and other medical treatments. Our team can offer non-invasive treatment options that focus on your body’s natural ability to heal.
Book an Appointment with Our Chiropractor
At Davidson Chiropractic Clinic, serving Rock Springs and Evanston, WY, we can help you recover after a car accident. Whether you are living with whiplash or a muscle sprain, it is important that you get treatment right away. Call our office to book your first appointment with our chiropractor.
Back Pain
It is rare to find someone that has never suffered from back pain. This common ailment can range from mild to severe, and often makes it hard to complete daily tasks. However, chiropractic care can help. At Davidson Chiropractic Clinic, serving Evanston and Rock Springs, WY, our team provides natural treatment options for back pain. We are dedicated to finding the cause of each patient’s back pain so we can develop a personalized treatment plan that relieves pain and strengthens the back to reduce future injuries.
What Are the Primary Causes of Back Pain?
There are many reasons why people experience back pain. The pain can be acute or chronic, and it can range in severity. While there are many factors that can cause back pain, here are some of the most common:
- Muscle and ligament strain: Repetitive movements, especially sudden or awkward movements, can cause strains in back muscles and ligaments. Those that are carrying excess weight are also putting stress on their muscles and ligaments.
- Disk problems: The disks in the back act like cushions between the vertebrae in your spine. The soft material inside a disk can rupture, creating pressure on the nerves. Many people have ruptured or bulging disks without any pain. Sometimes odd movements can make the disks protrude, creating more pain.
- Osteoarthritis: Osteoarthritis can often cause pain in the lower back. In many cases, osteoarthritis causes the narrowing of the area around the spine. This causes spinal arthritis, also called stenosis.
- Osteoporosis: Those suffering from osteoporosis may experience fractures when bones become porous and brittle. In middle age, many people start taking supplements to maintain strong bones and reduce the risk of osteoporosis.
- Falls and injuries: Those that have fallen or injured their back are at risk for ongoing issues. Injuries can come from sports, exercise, auto accidents, work, daily activities, and more.
Back Pain Treatment
After a diagnosis, our chiropractor will create a treatment plan for you. Depending on your condition, we may use spinal adjustments. By realigning the spine, our chiropractor alleviates tension and pressure in the back and helps prevent future pain. Our chiropractor also uses spinal decompression, which stretches the spine to allow disks to move back into place.
We may also suggest stretching and strengthening exercises, which will improve your range of motion. For soft tissue injuries, we offer cold laser therapy, muscle stimulation, massage therapy, and more.
Schedule an Appointment with Our Chiropractor for Back Pain Relief
If you are suffering from back pain, we can help. At Davidson Chiropractic Clinic, serving Rock Springs and Evanston, WY, our chiropractor provides natural back pain treatment options. Call us today at (307) 382-0600 (Rock Springs) or (307) 222-4322 (Evanston) to schedule an appointment.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
CTS is a problem of the median nerve which runs from the forearm into the hand. When there is excessive pressure in the wrist, it causes swelling of the median nerve. This small area called the carpal tunnel is a narrow tunnel at the wrist made up of bones, soft tissues, nerves, tendons, ligaments and blood vessels. When the median nerve which runs through this tunnel gets compressed it causes pain, weakness, numbness or tingling in the hand and wrist which radiates into the forearm. The carpal tunnel is the most common area that gets compressed in both the hands and feet.
CTS should be diagnosed and treated early. During your consultation, you will receive a standard physical examination of the hands, arms, shoulders and neck to help determine if your symptoms are related to daily activities or to an underlying disorder. Our highly skilled chiropractor will also utilize other orthopedic tests to try to produce the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome. Laboratory tests and x-rays can reveal diabetes, arthritis, fractures, and other common causes of wrist and hand pain.
Degenerative Disc Disease
Degenerative disc disease is when natural changes in the discs of your spine cause pain. The discs between vertebrae act as shock absorbers for your spine, and as you age, they begin to lose flexibility. While this is a normal part of aging, it should not cause pain. If you experience pain due to this, it is classified as degenerative disc disease.
Each disc is composed of a sturdy outer wall and a soft, gel-like inner core. When we are born, these discs are primarily composed of water, but as age advances, the discs lose some of this water content and begin to get thinner. As you might imagine, this means each disc doesn’t absorb the shocks of everyday life as well.
Headaches/ Migraines
Have you ever wondered what the difference is between a regular headache and a migraine? Or how to tell if your headache is one or the other? The chiropractic professionals at Davidson Chiropractic Clinic are here to help you determine the difference between these two types of headaches and provide you with the corresponding treatment.
Types of Headaches
There are multiple types of common headaches. All of them cause pain and aching. Common headaches can occur on one of both sides of your head, in the forehead, at the temple, or even in your neck. They can last for as short as thirty minutes or persist for a week or more. Common types of headaches include:
- Tension Headache – This is the most common type of headache and is often caused by stress or anxiety.
- Cluster Headache – These headaches occur on one side of the head and occur in “clusters,” which are cycles where you get many headaches followed by a period where you don’t get any headaches at all.
- Sinus Headache – These headaches often occur alongside sinus infections and coincide with symptoms such as congestion, coughing, sneezing, and facial pressure.
What is a Migraine
Migraines are intense and severe and, in most cases, including other symptoms in addition to head pain. These other symptoms include:
- Nausea
- Pain in the temples
- Pain behind the eyes or ears
- Seeing floaters or flashing lights
- Sensitivity to light and sound
- Temporary vision loss
- Vomiting
Migraines typically affect one side of the head. However, migraines can affect both sides of the head as well. Migraines make performing everyday tasks difficult or even impossible. Many people experience migraines with aura. This means that you experience sensations such as visual disturbances, tingling or numbness, diminished mental alertness, or disturbances in your sense of taste, smell, and touch. These symptoms occur shortly before the migraine begins.
Headache & Migraine Treatment
A chiropractor can be very helpful in the treatment of migraines and headaches through spinal adjustments. Adjustments improve your spine’s function and help alleviate stress on your nervous system. Additionally, our chiropractor can provide advice on nutrition and supplements which can also help alleviate headaches. We will also guide posture, exercises, and relaxation routines and skills, which can all help to reduce the frequency and intensity of your headaches and migraines.
Contact Our Chiropractor for Headache & Migraine Treatment in Rock Springs and Evanston, WY
If you are looking for headache and migraine treatment in Rock Springs or Evanston, WY, contact Davidson Chiropractic Clinic today. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call us at (307) 382-0600.
Knee Pain
Knee pain is increasingly becoming a more common problem in society. It is a complaint we see frequently. The most common complaint associated with knee pain is considered the normal “wear and tear.” Another ailment that affects the knee is osteoarthritis. The symptoms and progression of osteoarthritis and knee pain can be reduced through our individualized approach to chiropractic care.
Neck Pain
Ligaments, bones, and muscles play a pivotal role in supporting your head and facilitating its motion. Any inflammation or injury of the neck muscles can result in pain or discomfort. Severe neck pain is abrupt and generates excruciating pain, radiating to other body parts like shoulders, head, and arms.
A stiff neck can interrupt your daily activities and suppress one’s quality of life if left untreated. Don’t let neck pain wreak havoc on your well-being. Visit our chiropractor at Davidson Chiropractic Clinic serving the regions of Rock Springs, Evanston, and surrounding areas for quality neck pain relief. Our natural treatment options help patients relieve their pain or discomfort and prevent their conditions from reoccurring in the future.
Symptoms of Neck Pain
There are many symptoms of neck pain, but common ones we often see patients suffering from include:
- Muscle spasms
- The numbness and tingling in the forearm and fingers
- Pain and stiffness (difficulty with turning your neck)
- Headaches as a result of irritation of nerves connected to the head
- General soreness
- Radicular pain radiating from the neck towards the shoulders and arms
Common Causes of Neck Pain
Your neck acts as a bridge between your torso and head, facilitating your head motion. The neck is composed of bones that are supported by many muscles and ligaments. When they become inflamed or irritated, they culminate into neck pain. Some of the causes of neck pain include:
Muscle strains: If you overuse your muscles, sitting on the computers for long hours can trigger muscle strains. Engaging in minor activities such as reading in bed can strain the muscles of your neck.
Worn joints: As you grow old, your neck joints also tend to wear out. This wearing out of joints through osteoarthritis weakens cartilages that cushion your bones from friction, resulting in minimal mobility and a stiff neck.
Nerve compression: Slipping of herniated discs in your neck’s vertebral column presses the branching nerves from the spine, culminating in a stiff neck.
Diseases: Some ailments such as meningitis and rheumatoid arthritis can cause a stiff neck.
Injuries: The forceful and unnatural movement affects the ligaments and muscles in the neck, causing neck pain.
How Chiropractic Care Helps to Relieve Neck Pain
Before our chiropractor begins any treatment for stiff neck, we will provide a thorough diagnostic examination to establish the specific cause of the neck pain. Our chiropractor uses manual therapy and spinal manipulation to realign any misalignment in the spine. Our chiropractor at Davidson Chiropractic Clinic may also recommend using therapeutic exercises to alleviate the neck’s stiffness and enhance your neck mobility at home.
Contact Us for Neck Pain Treatment from Our Chiropractor in Rock Springs, WY
There is no debate that chiropractic care is the ultimate way to provide neck pain relief. If you are experiencing excruciating neck pain in Rock Springs or Evanston, or professional staff is here for you. Contact us today at (307) 382-0600 (Rock Springs) or (307) 222-4322 (Evanston) to schedule an appointment with our chiropractor at Davidson Chiropractic Clinic. Learn more about how we can help you live a pain-free life.
Neuropathy
Neuropathy is a medical condition caused by damaged nerve cells and often associated with autoimmune diseases, infections, diabetes, tumors, or hereditary conditions. Peripheral neuropathy currently affects over 20 million people in the United States with symptoms ranging from tingling or burning pain and nausea to muscle spasms, difficulty moving your arms or legs, or atrophy.
Personal Injury
Our goal is to help you receive the proper care after a personal injury, auto accident or fall. Our staff is devoted to helping you obtain the most comprehensive treatments and the care you deserve, so you may maintain your quality of life after an injury and can begin to feel like yourself again.
Too often, individuals involved in an auto injury or wreck have minimal or no symptoms until several weeks after the auto accident. That is where the professionals at Davidson Chiropractic Clinic come in, and can assist you with all aspects of auto accident personal injury recovery.
Pinched Nerve
A pinched nerve can happen in a variety of places throughout the body with some of the most common being the lower spine, wrists, neck, and legs. A pinched nerve occurs when the muscles or tendons around the nerve are inflamed, putting pressure on the nerve and either causing pain or even numbness throughout the extremities related or attached to this affected nerve.
Your pinched nerve may be caused by different physical conditions such as carpal tunnel or a herniated disc. Though pinched nerves can be painful, the majority of patients find that their pinched nerve(s) goes away on its own.
If the pinched nerve does not resolve itself and you have persistent pain that lasts for more than a few days, you should seek medical attention by scheduling an appointment at Davidson Chiropractic Clinic with our chiropractor. This is especially true if you’ve tried at-home treatments but feel like your pain is worsening as time progresses. With pinched nerves, it’s important to seek medical attention in order to identify the underlying cause of the pinched nerve to ensure it doesn’t happen again.
Sciatica
Sciatica is characterized by pain in the lower back that radiates down one or both legs. The pain is described as dull, achy, sharp, like “pins and needles” or similar to electric shocks. Other symptoms associated with sciatica include burning, numbness and tingling sensations. Sciatic nerve pain varies in intensity from mild to severe, and frequency may range from occasional to constant. The onset is generally gradual and not necessarily associated with a previous event. Sciatica is also known as radiating or referred pain, neuropathy, or neuralgia.
Shoulder Pain
Shoulder pain is a very common condition and affects almost half of the U.S. Most patients feel some sort of pain, limited range of motion, an inability to engage in activities of daily living (ADL) or something more serious as a permanent disability.
Sports Injury
Playing sports can be a great way to have fun and exercise at the same time. However, all sports do present some type of risk. Luckily, our chiropractor can get you back on the field sooner by helping you recover faster. We have helped many recover from sports injuries here at Davidson Chiropractic Clinic at our Rock Springs and Evanston locations.
Types of Sports Injuries Chiropractors Treat
Sprains and Strains
Patients often experience sprains due to overstretching during warmup or torn ligaments. Ruptured tendons and muscles can lead to serious strains. Our chiropractor will work with you to reduce the pain or discomfort due to sprains or strains.
Soft Tissue Injuries
Soft tissue injuries can result in damage to a tendon, ligament, or skin. These types of injuries are due to overuse from physical activity, such as sports, or from an external force that causes an injury.
Shoulder Injuries
We also commonly see shoulder injuries due to playing sports. The most common type of shoulder injury is a rotator cuff tear. The shoulder is easily damaged when performing repetitive or strenuous activities, making it a common injury for people who actively engage in sports.
Runner’s Knee
Runner’s knee is commonly seen in people who play sports and is also an injury that we commonly treat at our chiropractic office. An injury to the hip, knee, or even the ankle can change the biomechanics within the knee resulting in symptoms of runner’s knee.
Chiropractic Techniques Used to Treat Sports Injuries
Our chiropractor can treat and help prevent back, shoulder, knee, neck, and ankle injuries by performing various noninvasive techniques. We typically use spinal adjustments to realign the musculoskeletal system, helping to improve the body’s functionality and decrease the potential risk of future injuries.
Spinal manipulation is also used to treat sports injuries. This technique reduces pressure within the joints and aligns both the joints and muscles to work properly. Spinal mobilization is used to treat sports injuries for patients who can benefit from a more gentle approach. It involves light stretches that help to relieve pressure on the joints.
Contact Us for Sports Injury Treatment from Our Chiropractor in Evanston or Rock Springs, WY
At Davidson Chiropractic Clinic, we are dedicated to providing our patients the care they need to live healthy and pain-free lives. Regardless of the pain or discomfort you may be experiencing, our chiropractor will provide a thorough assessment and create a personalized treatment plan unique to your needs. If you are suffering from a sports-related injury in Rock Springs or Evanston, contact our professional staff today to schedule your first consultation or to learn more about how we can help.
TMJ
TMJ is an abbreviation for the temporomandibular joint which connects the mandibular, or your lower jaw, to the temporal bones of the skull. The TMJ is one of the more unique joints within your body as it allows you to move your jaw forward, backward, and side to side so that you can chew, talk, sing, yawn, and more. This joint can be found just in front of your ears on both sides of your head.
Any problem with the muscles, ligaments, discs, bones, or the joint itself are known as temporomandibular disorders or TMD and refers to the actual disorder, where the jaw joint is misaligned and causing problems such as pain, inflammation, and inability to move or operate the jaw. However, these problems or conditions are often incorrectly called by the joint name of TMJ instead.
Vertigo
Vertigo is the feeling that you are moving when you’re not. This sensation can be triggered by movements such as turning your head too quickly or looking down from a great distance, but it is ultimately caused by problems in the inner ear, brain, or brainstem. There are two different forms of vertigo with each stemming from various medical issues: peripheral vertigo and central vertigo.
Peripheral vertigo results in a problem with your inner ear and thus your balance, while central vertigo occurs when your brain or brainstem are suffering from a disease originating from your central nervous system (CNS). Peripheral vertigo is typically more severe, and central vertigo is more gradual in its onset. Regardless of the type of dizziness you are experiencing, more than likely, your quality of life is suffering because of it.
Whiplash
Whiplash is one of the most common injuries, and yet many people live with the condition without realizing it. At Davidson Chiropractic Clinic, we provide whiplash treatment and chiropractic care in Rock Springs and Evanston, WY. Contact our team today if you are experiencing whiplash and would like to know more about our chiropractic services.
What Is Whiplash?
Whiplash is a neck injury resulting from the force of the head snapping back and forth quickly. Many people do not realize they have whiplash because the symptoms often do not occur immediately. You might not notice the pain and tension for days or weeks after the impact. It is important to see a chiropractor as soon as possible after you notice the signs. The signs of whiplash include:
- Neck and shoulder pain
- Restricted neck and shoulder movement
- Back pain
- Blurry vision
- Headaches or migraines
- Fatigue
- Vertigo
Whiplash can become worse when left untreated. The sooner you get treatment, the better.
Whiplash Causes
This condition is commonly associated with car accidents, but you can also experience whiplash resulting from a sports injury or a workplace accident. Whether you were in a hit-and-run accident or you were tackled during a football game, you need to have your injuries professionally checked.
How Chiropractors Treat Whiplash
When you arrive at your appointment, our chiropractor will assess the extent of your whiplash injuries. This will include an examination of your spine, neck, and shoulders to pinpoint the injury and rule out other options.
Treatment may include heat or cold therapy, which can reduce inflammation and provide pain relief. After your body feels relaxed, Dr. Davidson may provide a chiropractic adjustment to align your neck and spine. We may also recommend laser therapy or spinal decompression based on the extent of your injury.
Muscle stimulation can be used to treat tense muscles. During the therapy sessions, you may be asked to stretch your body to relieve some of the tightness in your back, shoulder, and neck muscles. Our chiropractor will use his hands to manipulate parts of your body as you stretch. Trigger point therapy involves identifying joints that are injured. A gentle thrust or application of pressure can help stretch and relieve your tissues.
We may also offer some advice, including tips for better ergonomics. After you suffer from an injury, you need to find ways to minimize any strain on your body. Proper ergonomics and stress reduction can provide effective and natural pain relief.
Contact Davidson Chiropractic Clinic for Whiplash Treatment
Dr. Davidson at Davidson Chiropractic Clinic provides quality chiropractic care for a variety of health conditions, including whiplash. Call our Evanston office today at (307) 222-4322 or our Rock Springs office at (307) 382-0600. You can also reach us through our website by using our online contact form.
Work Injuries
Workplace injuries don’t only occur during traumatic slips and falls at work but are more often than not, the result of repetitive movements, and caused by doing the physical demands required of your job over an extended period of time. These types of workplace injuries are all too common in today’s workforce and are best identified by their symptoms.
- Lower back pain
- Shoulder pain
- Carpal tunnel and hand pain
- Disc injuries
- Sciatica (pain caused by the sciatic nerve in your lower back and legs)
- Joint pain
Being examined by a chiropractor is often the first step in identifying and treating a workplace injury through non-invasive care which is why Davidson Chiropractic Clinic conducts thorough examinations during his first session with new patients in order to better assess their injury. Since workplace injuries usually develop over time, it’s important to share all the symptoms you may be experiencing so we can identify the root cause.
Shoulder Injury from Auto Accident
Suffering from a car accident is a traumatic event in and of itself. It can be made worse when you suffer from an auto accident injury after the initial car accident. Fortunately, getting help from a chiropractor soon after an accident can help reduce your pain, as well as ensure you’re on the right path toward recovery. Getting help from a chiropractor can help you recover fast, as well as treat any underlying injuries you might be unaware of.
At Davidson Chiropractic Clinic, we’re here to serve residents living near Rock Springs and Evanston, WY. We want to help our clients find relief from pain due to auto accident injuries, including one of the worst types of injuries: shoulder injury. Our chiropractor will get to the root cause of your shoulder pain, and treat your shoulder injury using effective, 100% natural chiropractic care.
What Causes a Shoulder Injury after a Car Accident?
The shoulder is an important, major joint in the body that is used in just about every activity, including driving. That’s why the shoulder is susceptible to injuries during a car accident. Some common causes of a shoulder injury after a car crash include:
- Torn rotator cuff due to a high-impact collision
- Dislocation of the shoulder bone
- Muscle tears in the shoulder joint
- Muscle strains and sprains at the site of the shoulder
- Aggravation of a pre-existing injury
- Radiating pain from the shoulder or neck areas, especially due to whiplash, a condition caused by the whipping motion of the neck
How Can an Auto Accident Chiropractor Help?
Our auto accident chiropractor will need to do a physical exam to determine the extent of your injuries. We may also order imaging tests, such as x-rays, MRIs, and CT scans to get a better look at the inside of your body and make the best treatment decisions. We can then treat your injuries using:
- Massage therapy to alleviate pain in the surrounding muscles
- Chiropractic adjustments in cases of whiplash injuries
- Muscle exercises to help improve the strength and mobility of the injured shoulder
- Electrical stimulation or soundwave therapy to repair soft tissue damage
These are just some of the many treatments our chiropractor can initiate to help you feel relief.
Find the Best Treatment for Your Shoulder Injury Today
At Davidson Chiropractic Clinic, we believe in the power of chiropractic care, and now you don’t have to suffer from a shoulder injury forever. Call us today to see how we can help you feel your best, and schedule an appointment at our Rock Springs, WY, clinic, or our Evanston, WY, clinic today!
Sport Enhancement
No matter how many sports you play or how healthy you think you are, you might still be impacted by underlying physical ailments that could hinder your ability to perform your best out on the field. To help improve your ability to play sports, recover from injuries, and improve your overall health, getting treatment from a chiropractor is crucial.
A chiropractor is trained in recognizing the beauty of the body and how it works with each other to produce movements and heal itself. Using their knowledge, a chiropractor can help provide the best treatment possible so you can play sports and exercises without feeling any sport of pain, as well as help you recover from pre-existing injuries. At Davidson Chiropractic Clinic, we’re here to help residents of Rock Springs and Evanston, WY, perform their best and recover from their sports injury through sports enhancement chiropractic care.
What is Sports Enhancement?
Sports enhancement is a type of chiropractic care that can involve helping someone heal from previous sports injuries, as well as helping them perform their best by correcting deformities that can lead them to be unable to play at their best. Sports enhancement chiropractic treatment is 100% natural, effective, and takes into account the holistic picture of the entire body.
How Can a Chiropractor Help?
A chiropractor will conduct a physical exam to determine if your sports injury has resolved, or if it is still causing pain and lingering effects. For instance, if you’ve suffered from a broken ankle, your body might compensate by putting extra weight on the unaffected food, leading to a total loss of balance in the body.
This is just one example of what a chiropractor will look for. They will also determine if there are any treatments that can help improve your sports injury and overall physical health. These treatments can include manual adjustments of the spine, adjustments to the extremities of the body, and massages to help alleviate pain and sore muscles.
Corrective exercises are also an integral part of sports enhancement, as these exercises can help improve mobility, flexibility, and strength in injured muscles.
Schedule an Appointment with Our Sports Injury Treatment in Evanston and Rock Springs, WY
There’s no better time than now to improve you physical and overall health at Davidson Chiropractic Clinic! Call us today to schedule an appointment and get started on your road to recovery.