SALADO, Texas, Sept. 30, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Chiropractor Dr. Allyn Crain is trained to offer extremity adjustments. In addition to adjusting the spine, Dr. Crain also evaluates and treats the joints in upper and lower extremities, including the fingers, wrists, elbows, shoulders, hips, knees, ankles, feet, and toes. According to Dr. Crain, a misalignment in the joints of the extremities can be as detrimental to health as one in the spine. Symptoms of a joint misalignment include pain, fatigue, stiffness, and restricted mobility. Extremity misalignments can also impact the spine's health, contributing to lumbar and cervical pain. According to Crain Chiropractic and Wellness, correcting these underlying misalignments is essential for pain management and injury rehabilitation
"Adjusting extremities is just as important for whole body health as correcting a spinal misalignment," said Dr. Crain. "An extremity misalignment can cause both mechanical and neurological problems. As a result, many patients suffer from chronic pain or a restricted range of motion because the underlying cause for their pain is ignored. By adjusting the extremities, I can directly correct the underlying problem."
Dr. Crain begins treatment by taking a patient's full medical history and using diagnostic technology to evaluate the patient's extremity. She will then create a custom treatment program tailored specifically to a patient's pain management and injury rehabilitation needs.The Salado chiropractor uses hands-on adjustment techniques to gently restore proper alignment.
"Not all chiropractors are trained to treat extremity misalignments," said Dr. Crain. "Many focus only on the spine. Unfortunately, if an extremity issue is the real cause for a patient's pain, this singular focus on the spine ignores the true problem. Consequently, patients continue to suffer from a restricted range of movement and pain, while receiving unnecessary care. At our wellness center, we offer true whole body care, including complete extremity treatments."
According to Dr. Crain, these drug-free, non-invasive treatments have been extremely effective for treating acute pain, as well as chronic pain conditions like fibromyalgia. Pain patients may also benefit from the complementary treatments offered by the practice, including massage therapy, acupuncture and nutritional counseling.
"When our bodies are properly aligned, the musculoskeletal system and organs can work in harmony with each other," said Dr. Crain. "Patients have more energy, sleep better, and are able to lead active lives."
Individuals may learn more about chiropractic extremity adjustments, women's health and wellness care by visiting http://www.crainwellness.com.
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