Welcome to the Patient Education Library of Semihan Chiropractic Clinic
We invite you to explore our comprehensive list of resources designed to help educate you about the various conditions treated by this practice. Simply click on a topic below to learn more.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding your condition or treatment, please feel free to contact Semihan Chiropractic Clinic at (972) 393-1004. To request an appointment, use our secure online appointment request form.
This information is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It should not be used in place of an individual consultation, examination, or the medical advice of your doctor. This information should not be relied upon to determine a diagnosis or course of treatment.
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Acupuncture - Chiropractic Treatment
Acupuncture is an ancient treatment art that originated in China over 5000 years ago. Today’s professional acupuncture methods are grounded in science and used as treatments for a wide variety of conditions. Acupuncture involves the insertion of very fine needles ... Read More
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Chiropractic Adjustments
Chiropractic adjustments are techniques used to free up a subluxation. A subluxation is a vertebra in the spinal column that has moved out of place slightly. A subluxation can cause pain and stiffness. A chiropractor may use a variety of ... Read More
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Cold Therapy - Chiropractic Treatment
Cold therapy is a non-surgical non-medication modality used to help relieve pain and swelling. Cold therapy is commonly used immediately following an injury. There are many forms of cold therapy, including ice massage, commercial cold packs, or ice packs. Your ... Read More
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Electrotherapy - Chiropratic Treatment
Electrotherapy is a treatment method that may reduce acute and chronic pain. It may be especially helpful immediately following an injury. Electrotherapy involves stimulating nerve fibers with small electrical currents. The electrical stimulation may promote the release of natural pain ... Read More
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Exercise Therapy - Chiropractic Treatment
Exercise therapy is a part of chiropractic care that focuses on helping the body function at a higher level of efficiency. Exercise is important for helping all body systems function optimally while preventing injury and deterioration. Exercise therapy may help ... Read More
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Headaches - Chiropractic Treatment
Headaches are a very common condition. Headaches can cause pain in the head, face, and neck. There are several different types and causes of headaches. Traditionally, medication has been used to treat headaches. Recent studies indicate that long-term chiropractic treatment ... Read More
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Heat Therapy - Chiropractic Treatment
Heat therapy is a treatment used to help relieve pain and muscle stiffness. Heat therapy is commonly used to reduce long-lasting or chronic pain. There are many forms of heat therapy, including commercial heat packs, heating pads, and moist or ... Read More
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Herniated Lumbar Discs - Chiropractic Treatment
A herniated or “ruptured” disc is a common source of low back pain. Discs are the shock-absorbing pads that are between vertebrae, the series of bones that make up your spine. The lumbar spine is located in your lower back. ... Read More
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Lumbar Stabilization - Chiropractic Treatment
Postural imbalances, overuse, and muscle strain in the lumbar spine area commonly cause low back pain. The lumbar spine is located in your lower back. It forms the curve below your waist. Strong ligaments and muscles connect to your spinal ... Read More
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Massage Therapy - Chiropractic Treatment
Good circulation is an important element of whole body health. Massage therapy can help stimulate and improve circulation to remove the collections of waste products in lymph that cause discomfort. It can help to relieve pain and stiffness and improve ... Read More
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Sacroiliac Joint Pain - Chiropractic Treatment
Sacroiliac joint dysfunction can cause low back and leg pain. The sacroiliac joint connects your spine to your pelvis. The sacroiliac joint does not move much and acts more as a stabilizer for the upper body. It acts as a ... Read More
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Sleep Apnea - Chiropractic Treatment
Obstructive sleep apnea is a sleeping disorder that occurs when breathing stops in repeated episodes during sleep. Apnea means lack of breathing. Structural obstructions in the nose or throat, such as enlarged tonsils or excess throat tissue, can block a ... Read More
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Ultrasound Therapy - Chiropractic Treatment
Ultrasound therapy is used to minimize muscle pain and movement dysfunction. Therapeutic ultrasound uses sound waves to deliver deep heat to the treated tissues. The treatments may help reduce stiffness, swelling, and pain, increase circulation, and promote pain-free movement. Ultrasound ... Read More
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Whiplash - Chiropractic Treatment
Neck and upper back pain may occur immediately or in a somewhat delayed fashion after an auto crash. If you have neck pain, upper back pain, shoulder pain, tight muscles, and burning or tingling sensations in your neck or upper ... Read More
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This information is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It should not be used in place of an individual consultation or examination or replace the advice of your health care professional and should not be relied upon to determine diagnosis or course of treatment.
The iHealthSpot patient education library was written collaboratively by the iHealthSpot editorial team which includes Senior Medical Authors Dr. Mary Car-Blanchard, OTD/OTR/L and Valerie K. Clark, and the following editorial advisors: Steve Meadows, MD, Ernie F. Soto, DDS, Ronald J. Glatzer, MD, Jonathan Rosenberg, MD, Christopher M. Nolte, MD, David Applebaum, MD, Jonathan M. Tarrash, MD, and Paula Soto, RN/BSN. This content complies with the HONcode standard for trustworthy health information. The library commenced development on September 1, 2005 with the latest update/addition on February 16, 2022. For information on iHealthSpot’s other services including medical website design, visit www.iHealthSpot.com.
