Advanced Health Chiropractic

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  Chiropractic Care

  In today’s busy climate, we often feel pressure to work longer at the computer, drive faster to our appointments, and carry heavy burdens of stress on our shoulders. Consequently, we put ourselves in danger of back injuries every day, and these injuries can lead to other significant health concerns. Our spines are complex structures that are designed to bend, twist, and keep us mobile. They are the centers of our bodies, our literal “backbones,” and their proper function is essential to the health of all of our organs. When two vertebrae have trouble working together, the result can be a host of medical problems. Like holiday lights, if one bulb isn’t working, the entire string can suffer, and the result is a big mess. In fact, neck pain or headaches may be only the latest symptom in a series of declining health problems that began long ago with joint dysfunction in the spine. Luckily, science has demonstrated the ability of regular chiropractic care to address these problems at their source.

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  Auto Accident Chiropractor

  Car accidents happen to others — or so most people think. The reality is that most Americans will be involved in at least one automobile accident during their lifetime. If you’re injured in an accident, the choices you make can have a significant effect on the rest of your life. To regain your health and ability to work, you may need Troy, Michigan, chiropractic services to assist in your recovery. We treat patients who have been injured in car crashes and are seeking skilled chiropractic treatment to start healing. Chiropractors receive comprehensive training in diagnostic testing of soft tissue injuries, and they may use both physical therapy and medical massage to treat the types of injuries that result from automobile accidents. If you’re injured in an accident, it’s critical that you find a medical professional with the appropriate experience working with attorneys who specialize in personal injury. The compensation you receive in your personal injury case may be closely related to the quality of documentation of your injuries that your chiropractor provides. Whether you’ve been involved in a minor wreck or a serious crash, your body absorbs the impact and can sustain lasting injuries. When you seek chiropractic treatment for a car accident in Troy, MI, you’ll receive personalized care designed to help you heal as quickly and fully as possible. Of all types of chronic pain, back pain from a car accident is among the most severe and the most common. The powerful forces that occur during a car crash can rip apart soft tissue and can even shatter bone. Even minor wrecks can result in ongoing back problems, and serious accidents can cause life-changing spinal injuries. If you’ve suffered an injury in a car accident, we strongly recommend that you schedule a chiropractic examination as soon as possible, especially if you’re suffering from any of the following symptoms: Whiplash, a non-medical term for neck pain resulting from harm to the soft tissues in the neck, including muscles, ligaments and tendons. Abnormal movement that extends the neck beyond its typical range of motion causes whiplash, which can occur in accidents including car and truck crashes. - Neck pain, including muscle spasms, stiffness and headaches. - Back pain, including strains, sprains and disc herniation. - Shoulder pain, including bursitis, numbness along the arm, strains, muscle tears and injuries to the rotator cuff. - Seatbelt injuries, including misalignment of vertebrae and ribs, which can pull or pinch connected nerves. Seatbelts save lives, but they also can cause injuries that result in significant pain. Addressing the Cause of Motor Vehicle Injuries with Chiropractic Care In many cases, individuals who experience severe pain due to a car accident are treated with pain medications — which serve only to mask the pain rather than treat it at its core. While medication may provide relief in the short term, the root cause of the pain remains. When you see a Troy, MI, chiropractor for your injuries, treatment is designed to address the principal cause of the pain rather than just the symptom. Following a thorough physical examination and review of your case history, the doctor will prescribe appropriate care for restoring your normal motion and position of the bones in your spine. If your injuries are treated early enough, inflammation can be controlled and scar tissue often can be kept to a minimum.

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  Chiropractor for Migraine Headache Relief

  Severe headaches can disrupt your entire day and make it difficult to concentrate on ordinary tasks; that pounding head pain you are feeling may actually be a migraine. According to the American Migraine Foundation, a migraine is a complex disorder that can include multiple symptoms beyond head pain. Nausea, increased sensitivity to light and sound, heightened irritability and confusion can all accompany the moderate to severe pain that is the hallmark of a migraine. Popping a pill may not be the answer if you are experiencing regular severe headaches or migraines; your chiropractor may have offer a better solution. Causes of Headaches and Migraines Migraines can be triggered by an outside influence, including the foods you eat or the activities you do, or can come on suddenly without warning, even while you are sleeping or doing a simple activity like climbing stairs or walking. Chiropractic care can help alleviate the pain and other symptoms felt by migraine sufferers in a natural, drug free way. Using more natural methods to ease your migraines can cut down on both your medication cost and prevent you from suffering from the sometimes nasty side effects that can accompany medication. There are several ways chiropractic care can help migraine and headache sufferers. Cervical Spine Adjustment for Headaches and Migraines Individuals respond differently to chiropractic care, but a study published in the Australian and New Zealand Journal of Medicine found that participants who received cervical spine adjustment reported a decrease in the level of migraine pain they experienced. Researchers at Duke University also found that chiropractic care resulted in pain relief for many headache sufferers. The researchers concluded that spine adjustment can help reduce the amount of pain patients experienced when a migraine occurred, but did not impact the frequency of migraines. Chiropractors can use a combination of cervical spine adjustment to alleviate pain and other techniques to stop migraines from forming in the first place. Cutting down the number or frequency of migraines and reducing the pain when one does occur can improve the quality of life for migraine sufferers who visit the chiropractor. Massage Therapy for Migraines Both massage therapy and trigger point therapy are used by chiropractors to treat migraines. Massage therapy is considered to be an effective way to treat migraines without resorting to using medication, according to a study published in the Annals of Behavioral Medicine. Some types of migraines may be identified by the use of trigger points – chiropractors can reproduce the pain felt by migraine sufferers by compressing key trigger points. Knowing where the pain is coming from can help your chiropractor come up with a personalized treatment plan for you. Chiropractic Exam for Headaches and Migraines in Troy, Michigan Our husband-wife chiropractic team in our Troy, Michigan clinic will assess your posture and spine for underlying causes of headaches or migraines. The chiropractor will check for flexibility of the neck, palpate for muscle tightness or tenderness, perform neurological/ orthopedic tests, and take x-rays to diagnose the extent of the issue. Once diagnosis has been confirmed, our chiropractic team will outline treatment options for your specific case. Treatment of migraines may include chiropractic adjustments, nutritional counseling, posture advice and more. Free Spinal Evaluation and Consultation for Migraines and Headaches If you are suffering from regular or severe headaches and want to learn more about your pain management options, our Troy Michigan chiropractor can help. Contact Advanced Health Chiropractic today to talk about your concerns and to schedule a consultation; you can also follow our blog for the latest tips and trends in chiropractic care and headache relief.

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  Massage Therapy

  Located in Troy, Michigan, our licensed massage therapists are ready to help you. At Advanced Health Chiropractic, we believe that massage is not a luxury, but a necessary service. Whether you have a past injury that continues to pain you, a chronic disease, or simply want to achieve optimum health, find out how one of our professional therapists can help you take the best care of your body. Troy, Michigan Massage Therapy at Advanced Health Chiropractic We offer thirty or sixty minute appointments with one of our registered massage therapists, which must be booked in advance. You will receive your massage on a massage table. We can incorporate essential oils if desired, and can advise you on the best essential oils for your situation. For example, you might choose eucalyptus oil for pain relief or juniper berry for skin problems. *Note that some essential oils may be contraindicated if you are pregnant. Massages may or may not be covered by insurance, and it is best to check with your insurance company for details about your specific coverage. We recommend a once or twice monthly schedule to enhance chiropractic work and help lymphatic drainage. Talk to one of our chiropractors about the best massage schedule for you. Massage therapy is particularly useful if you have low back pain, a weak immune system or weak muscles. It can even help lower your stress levels and reduce depression. Chiropractic massage can improve overall health and musculoskeletal efficiency. Massage can result in many beneficial effects on the body and the mind. These may include removal of toxins that can build up in the muscles of the body, increase flexibility and increased circulation to the muscles and connective tissue. Massage can help reduce muscle spasms as well as improve soft tissue injuries. Increasing the movement and reducing the overall recovery time by assisting the body’s healing process. Chiropractic Massage has proven beneficial in assisting the healing of a large number of conditions including back pain, surgery recovery, sleep disorders as well as high blood pressure and diabetes among others. Troy, Michigan Prenatal Massage We offer specific massage therapy for pregnant women. Prenatal massage can make labor shorter and easier and shorten your hospital stay. Massage therapy during pregnancy can also reduce symptoms such as anxiety and back pain. Our therapists are properly trained to handle prenatal massage. We avoid the feet and low back during the first trimester and follow good practices such as positioning the patient on her left side as much as possible during the second and third trimester to keep pressure off the vena cava. Although massage therapy is contraindicated during high risk pregnancies, it helps most pregnant women. Troy, Michigan Sports Massage Fitness and sports massage helps athletes – at any level – succeed. Our sports massage therapists will work with you to focus on muscles relevant to your specific sport or event, whether you plan on running a marathon, winning a body builder contest, skiing, or just going on an active outdoor vacation. Properly planned sports massage can enhance endurance and lessen injury risk, as well as shortening recovery times. And, of course, if you are unfortunate enough to injure yourself, sports massage can be a useful part of your rehabilitation. Sports massage can only help to a degree with pain caused by incorrect form, however. We often recommend corrective exercises designed for you and your sport to help make sure your pain or stiffness does not come back and reduce the risk of repeat injury. Book Your Troy, Michigan Massage at Advanced Health Chiropractic Today Whether you are expecting a baby, trying to relieve back pain or just want to be healthier, call us today for a relaxing massage appointment. Our registered therapists are waiting for you. Feel free to give us a call at 248-813-0500 to book an appointment.

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  Prenatal Chiropractor

  It is important to have a healthy spine for proper response from all parts of your body, especially during pregnancy. Chiropractic care has a variety of health benefits for women in all stages of pregnancy, including pre-conception and post-birth. Chiropractors can assist with fertility function, aches and pains, easier labor and delivery and even breech deliveries. Chiropractic care can result in a simpler, more enjoyable pregnancy for both mother and baby. Benefits of Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy Chiropractic care can help prepare the body to be strong, healthy and balanced throughout pregnancy. Seeing a chiropractor throughout your pregnancy can result in potential benefits such as: Healthier and easier pregnancy Reduction of aches and pains Help with symptoms of nausea Improved energy Easier labor and deliveries Chiropractic Care Before, During and After Pregnancy Women who are pregnant or trying to conceive, can benefit from the prenatal and postnatal care of a chiropractor. Chiropractic care prior to conception promotes a regular menstrual cycle optimum uterine function, and restores proper nerve function and supply to reproductive organs, thus helping infertility. During pregnancy the body goes through many changes that can result in a misaligned spine or aches and pains. By establishing proper alignment during pregnancy, women can help accommodate their growing baby, reduce aches pains, help decrease labor time and have an easier pregnancy. Chiropractic care can also help new mothers become more comfortable breastfeeding, produce more milk, and decrease postpartum depression. Chiropractic Care and Your Baby It is normal to be concerned about the wellness of your baby during pregnancy. Chiropractic techniques can help mothers accommodate a healthy baby and body. Chiropractic care during pregnancy is safe for both mother and baby. If you are not yet familiar with chiropractic care during pregnancy, ask your health care provider about the benefits of naturally improving and promoting health and function.

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  Pediatric Chiropractor

  Starting at birth, nervous system stress can often be traced to common illnesses in children. Colic, breathing problems, nursing difficulties, sleep disturbances, allergic reactions, and chronic infections can all be attributed to irritation to the nervous systems caused by a misalignment in the spine cranium. “Natural” childbirth can cause significant spinal trauma and many parents have their newborns checked right away. Spinal alignment is important to children meeting their growth milestones, such as learning to hold up the head, sit crawl and walk. Why Should Children Have Chiropractic Care? Subtle childhood traumas caused by regular childhood activities such as bike riding or jumping on a trampoline can cause significant spinal misalignments (subluxations) over time. These traumas can affect the future development of the spine and cause an impaired nervous system later in life. The body will not function at its best when there is any interference to the vital nerous system. After any injury, many parents are seeking chiropractic care for their child. There may or may not be immediate symptoms of pain and discomfort from misalignments following an injury, however, regular checkups can identify potential spinal injuries from childhood traumas, which when corrected early in life, can help avoid issues seen later in adults. Often parents are seeking care for the resolution of common symptoms or conditions in children. Colic, ear infections, asthma, allergies and headaches are among many symptoms that are being treated because they have heard from other parents that chiropractic care can help. Why Should Children have Chiropractic Care? A Doctor of Chiropractic treats spinal misalignments that can impair nervous system functions, which effect how the overall body functions. The spinal cord is an extension of the brain and is vital for relaying information from the brain to the rest of the body, and back again. The nervous system is responsible for the function of all systems in the body including the circulatory, respiratory, digestive, hormonal, eliminative and immune systems. Subluxations can prevent the nerves’ ability to relay this important information affecting how these systems work. A chiropractic adjustment allows the body to function at a greater state of health and well-being. After taking a case history and performing a chiropractic exam to see if spinal subluxations exist, an adjusting procedure which has been modified to fit a child’s size, weight and unique physiological condition will be performed. It is a gentle and specific to the individuals developing spinal structure. Parents report that their child enjoyed the adjustment and looked forward to subsequent visits. Greater levels of health are reported while under chiropractic care. Enhancing your child’s ability to live in a greater state of health is a goal of Advanced Health Chiropractic. We are dedicated to serving children with the utmost of care.

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  Chiropractic Care for Seniors

  Chiropractic care is especially helpful for maturing and elderly adults because of the changes that occur in the spine with increasing age. Chiropractic care for seniors can help manage acute or chronic pain, increase flexibility, improve mobility and function, enhance balance and improve overall health and wellbeing. Benefits of Chiropractic Care for Seniors Chiropractic care is a safe and effective treatment for patients of all ages, but especially seniors or elderly adults. Many aging adults have seen success with chiropractic treatments in the following ways: Pain Alleviation Improved nervous system Inflammation reduction Increased balance and coordination Improved range of motion Reduction of arthritis symptoms Enhanced quality of life Increasing Overall Health and Wellbeing While aging is inevitable, seniors can help avoid injury or degenerative changes with the care of a chiropractor. Through gentle and non-invasive treatments, seniors can gain flexibility and mobility and even slow degeneration. Chiropractic care can lessen pain and greatly enhance quality of life for aging adults. Chiropractic care is one of the most valuable and safest forms of treatment to improve health and wellbeing of seniors.

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  Spinal & Postural Screenings

  Posture and spinal screenings can reveal important health information and unlock the door to improved health and well-being. We provide screenings at area malls, community events, health fairs and places of employment. Contact us today to arrange a screening at your event or workplace.

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  Workers’ Compensation Chiropractor

  Generally speaking, if an employee is injured while on the job or is hurt while traveling for work, that employee is entitled to worker’s compensation benefits. Workers’ compensation benefits can be paid in one of two ways by an employer: directly to the employee or through an insurance company. Workplace injuries—such as forklift accidents, injuries involving equipment that employees use daily, or slips and falls from a ladder or a roof—often cause debilitating and constant back and neck-related pain. Chiropractors can help with these types of injuries; they are specifically licensed and trained to treat them. Visiting a chiropractor is an excellent way to deal with injuries and other workers’ compensation issues. If an employee has suffered from an injury while on the job and went down the traditional road to receive medical treatment—as in, visited an urgent care center or general practice doctor—and found that it isn’t working out, it might be time to give a chiropractor a try. Chiropractors are medical professionals who are well versed in dealing with the underlying issues that could’ve been looked over by a general practice doctor. Locating the exact source of the injury could make all the difference between solving the issue or having to live with it for a long time to come. In addition to being experts at uncovering the underlying reasons for pain, chiropractors often take care of the healing process, too. And they don’t administer or recommend addictive pain pills or risky surgeries. Scheduling that initial consultation with a chiropractor is highly recommended if an employee has been injured while on the job. Workers’ Compensation Benefits Full workers’ compensation benefits are owed to any employee who is injured while on the job, and those benefits include all necessary and reasonable medical care. This can include: Chiropractic treatment Hospital services which include any necessary medical and surgical care Orthopedic devices, if prescribed Hearing devices Nursing care The employee can continue to receive medical care under workers’ compensation benefits until the care is no longer needed, as long as it’s related to the initial workplace injury. Selecting a Doctor for Treatment & the Ten Day Rule Under workers’ compensation law, the employer has the right to choose the doctor during the first 10 days of medical treatment; this means an employee can’t choose a doctor of their own until the first 10 days have elapsed. After 10 days, employees can choose a doctor after giving notice to their employer; however, they must supply them with the provider’s name and the intended treatment. Medical Billing & Workers Compensation Forms Generally speaking, the chiropractor or healthcare provider will directly bill the insurance company. If the employee pays the physician, he or she is entitled to a reimbursement from the insurance company or employer. See all the forms you’ll need for workers compensation here. Why Choose Advanced Health Chiropractic? Advanced Health Chiropractic has an excellent reputation, both with treating patients who have been injured while on the job and with dealing with insurance companies and claims. We also understand the ins and outs of workers’ compensation and how it relates to employee benefits. Give us a call, or fill out our form to the right to schedule an initial consultation with our experienced workers’ compensation chiropractor!

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