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Chiropractic Frequently Asked Questions
1. What are the causes of rheumatoid arthritis?
The exact cause of rheumatoid arthritis is currently unknown; however, there are several noted contributing factors to this condition. Several viruses are known to trigger this inflammatory disease, but a conclusive cause has yet to be established.
2. What are some symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis?
Stiffness and inflammation in the joint areas is the most commonly cited symptom of rheumatoid arthritis. Others such as swelling of the soft tissue, bone density loss, chronic pain, and decreased mobility appear as the condition worsens.
3. What are some related diseases and disorder to rheumatoid arthritis?
Carpal tunnel syndrome, anemia, peripheral neuropathy, amyloidosis in the kidneys, and fibrosis are commonly associated with later stages of rheumatoid arthritis.
4. Is there a cure for rheumatoid arthritis?
No, however various forms of effective treatment are available. Physical therapy, diet maintenance, exercise, stress reduction, and lifestyle changes all can possibly significantly counteract the onset of rheumatoid arthritis.
5. What specific body areas does rheumatoid arthritis affect?
This disease alerts the autoimmune system in the body to attack joints and other joint and body tissue like it would any other disease. Over time, these areas suffer serious pain, decreased mobility, inflammation, and bone density loss.
6. What events can cause whiplash?
Any number of traumatic, sudden movements of the head and neck causes whiplash. Situations such as car crashes, amusement parks, contact sports, or horseback riding falls can cause whiplash.
7. What are the symptoms of whiplash?
Neck pain, sore shoulders, tender or sensitive cranial areas, difficulty swallowing, and back pain following a trauma are indicative of whiplash.
8. What body areas are affected by whiplash?
The sudden movement of the head and neck causes great strain on the vertebra. Thrusting and jolting of the cranium and spine cause soft tissues, vertebra, tendons, muscles, and ligaments to uncharacteristically stretch and contract rapidly.
9. When do whiplash symptoms most usually occur?
The majority of persons experience whiplash symptoms several days to hours after an accident. Do not assume since you feel fine right after an incident that you are not suffering whiplash.
10. How can a chiropractor help in the event of a whiplash injury?
Chiropractors can thoroughly examine patients following their traumatic injuries. According to this assessment, chiropractors will administer various forms of massage therapy, physical therapy, chiropractic adjustments, and stretching exercises to improve the symptoms of their patients.
11. What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is compression of the median nerve located in a patient’s wrist.
12. What are the symptoms of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
In its final stages, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome can lead to misalignment of digits and bones as well as difficulty in closing a fist or gripping items. Spasms of the hands, fingers, and wrist are common. Initially, however, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome begins as a tingling or numbing sensation in the hand area.
13. What is the cause of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
There is no known exact root cause of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Some scientists propose that lifestyle choices or occupational hazards lead to this condition. Even for sufferers of this condition with no known cure, there is still hope.
14. What helps those suffering Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Many chiropractors invoke innovative therapeutic techniques to relieve the symptoms and progression of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Practices such as massage therapy, acupuncture, and digit realignment have seen proven success in helping sufferers of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
15. What are some occupations associated with those developing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
Hand intensive manufacturing jobs, those who sew, packaging jobs, and typing intensive jobs are reportedly related to occurrences of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
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