Utah County Chiropractic

Chiropractic care is a science, art, and philosophy of healing that has been practiced around the world for nearly 5000 years. Physicians in ancient China used spinal manipulation to help their patients, as did Hippocrates. In the twentieth century, this time-tested practice has gained respect as a safe, drug-free, and natural treatment for headaches, joint pain, spinal disk conditions, and strains, sprains, and other injuries. Chiropractic can also offer significant relief for allergies, asthma, digestive problems, and other disorders.

Chiropractic care works by strengthening and balancing the nervous system in order to promote the healthy functioning of the body. Your nervous system consists of your brain, spinal cord, and all the nerves of your body, and it controls the function of virtually every cell, tissue, organ, and bodily system. If the nervous system is compromised or over-taxed, pain and dysfunction can result, not only in the spine, but in other parts of the body as well.

One of the most common causes of nervous system disruptions is subluxation – joints that are locked up, fixated, and not moving properly. Chiropractic care includes gentle massage and manipulation of the spine and extremities to restore proper joint function and strengthen supporting muscles and soft tissues.

Because chiropractic is a holistic practice, treatment extends beyond the time spent in the doctor’s office. Along with massage and manipulation, chiropractic doctors will also recommend a program of stretching, exercise, good nutrition, and lifestyle changes to promote better overall health.

Give us a call and we will find out if Chiropractic care is for YOU!

Definition:
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is the compression of the median nerve at the wrist, which may result in numbness, tingling, weakness, or muscle atrophy in the hand and fingers. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is common in people who perform repetitive motions of the hand and wrist, such as typing. When the wrist is poorly positioned, there isn’t enough space for the median nerve to travel to the hand. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is caused by pressure exerted on the median nerve at the point where it passes through the wrist. The median nerve supplies sensation to the thumb-side of the ring finger. It also supplies movement to part of the hand. The nerve enters the hand between the wrist bones (called the carpal bones) and the tough membrane that holds the bones together (the transverse carpal ligament). This space is called the carpal tunnel. Since the passageway is rigid, any swelling in this area can cause compression of the nerve (this is also called entrapment of the nerve).

SYMPTOMS:

• WEAKNESS IN ONE OR BOTH HANDS
• NUMBNESS OR TINGLING IN THE THUMB AND NEXT TWO OR THREE FINGERS OF ONE OR BOTH HANDS
• NUMBNESS OR TINGLING OF THE PALM OF THE HAND
• WRIST OR HAND PAIN IN ONE OR BOTH HANDS
• PAIN EXTENDING TO THE ELBOW
• IMPAIRED FINE FINGER MOVEMENTS (COORDINATION) IN ONE OR BOTH HANDS
• WEAK GRIP OR DIFFICULTY CARRYING BAGS (A COMMON COMPLAINT)
• ATROPHY OF THE MUSCULAR BULGE UNDER THE THUMB

TREATMENT

Chiropractic care works on correcting symptoms and relieving pain associated with carpal tunnel syndrome. To see if chiropractic may be able to help you call 801-766-4113 today for a complimentary consultation.