Some of the spinal conditions that Dr. Overton can help to treat include:
Degenerative Disc Disease
The main goal of chiropractic care when treating Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD) is to reduce inflammation and improve spinal motion, both of which help to improve joint mechanics. There are several types of spinal manipulation that may be used to treat DDD and these include decompression technique, specific spinal manipulation and instrument-assisted manipulation. Manual therapy is also used to treat the symptoms of degenerative disc disease.
Kyphosis
This condition is characterized by a hump-like back and is caused by poor posture. Chiropractic techniques are often used to teach better posture, and this may help reduce the hump. Even though it may not be caused by poor posture, chiropractic care for this condition can reduce chronic pain, address inflammation, improve spinal health and treat inter-vertebral discs.
Spondylosis
Also known as spinal arthritis, spondylosis can be treated with chiropractic care. Techniques applied during treatment include spinal manipulation and manual therapy.
Herniated Disc
Like other spinal conditions, a chiropractor will contact physical exams, tests and occasionally X-rays in order to diagnose your condition. Questions that may be asked to ascertain your condition:
– Is there a loss of sensation in your arms or legs?
– Have your muscles lost strength, or have you witnessed any signs of muscle wasting?
– How intact are your reflexes?
Treatment of the condition may include chiropractic adjustment, manual therapy, decompression and/or therapeutic exercise.
Whiplash
Whiplash is a condition caused by injuries to the neck as a result of rapid back and forth movement of the neck. This may be caused by trauma such as a car accident. It results in restricted movement of the neck as well as short-term and long-term pain.
Sciatica
This is usually caused by compression of the sciatic nerve. Disorders that can lead to pain of the sciatic nerve include herniated discs, lumbar spine subluxations and neuropathy. Piriformis syndrome is also a common cause of sciatica. Pain of the sciatica nerve is often described as similar to electric shocks. Treatment of Sciatica will begin with decompression to reduce stress and compression on the sciatic nerve.
Spondylolisthesis
The main objective of chiropractic care for spondylolisthesis is to address spinal joints below and above the vertebra. Consequently, the treatment helps to improve on spinal mechanics, posture and alignment. It’s important to cooperate with your chiropractor to diagnose your condition, and develop a good treatment plan. Addressing your pain effectively will increase the efficiency of your daily activities.
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