Gonstead Chiropractic Method for Pinched Nerve treatment

You may have heard a little about the Gonstead method of chiropractic, but do you know what these techniques entail. Not all chiropractors have the training to use these methods on patients. This type of chiropractic work can treat the same types of conditions as traditional techniques. However, there are some advantages to Gonstead. If you are suffering from a pinched nerve, you should talk to your chiropractor about whether this form of treatment is available.

An overview of a pinched nerve: what it is and what it does

A pinched nerve can occur in many parts of the body. It is common in the back and neck. When it is located in these regions, a herniated or bulging disc is often the culprit. The middle of a vertebrae disc is spongy and is surrounded by a harder outside layer. Wear and tear or injury can cause the middle, known as the nucleus, to push through the outside. When this happens, it can impinge on nearby nerves, causing intense pain.

Having a pinched nerve can cause other problems for people. This condition may cause pain to radiate down the back and into the legs and feet. A person with a pinched nerve may also feel numbness or weakness in these extremities as well as in the hands and arms. Weakness can also be a sign and symptom of a pinched nerve.

Understanding the Gonstead method

The most common type of treatment in a chiropractor’s office is an adjustment. To perform one, the chiropractor will manipulate the spine, aligning it properly in the back. Practitioners of Gonstead take this a step further. Instead of placing the hands anywhere along the spine, the chiropractor identifies the specific place where there are alignment issues. Using sudden, controlled force, the chiropractor can line up the spine properly.

Assessing the need

When a chiropractor uses the Gonstead method, accurate information is required. The chiropractor will use X-rays to diagnose the patient’s condition and to see where the pinched nerve is located. The chiropractor will also use motion palpation and static palpation instruments to make these determinations. This technique will also help to ensure that the patient is comfortable during the process.

The intent and the results

Having a pinched nerve can affect a person’s mobility, flexibility, and range of motion. The pain and discomfort can also be debilitating. These effects make it difficult for the person to walk, lift objects, or bend and twist. Aligning the spine moves the discs back to their proper places, relieving pressure from nerves. Patients will usually come into the office a few times a week for several weeks when doing Gonstead method treatment.

Get the relief you deserve

If you have a pinched nerve, you likely struggle to perform daily tasks without feeling pain. At worst, you may not be able to get out of bed. Wherever you fall on this spectrum, help is available. Call your chiropractor today and request a Gonstead method of chiropractic for your condition. You can have peace of mind knowing that you will receive a thorough adjustment.

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