QuestionQUESTION: Hello I just noticed today early this morning (11/23/08)
that the tip of my right thumb was numb, no other fingers.
I was just wondering if I should be worried. I was going to
ask Dr. Timothy K. Durnin but he is on vacation and I'm a
little worried about this.
ANSWER: numbness,
Hello Chris,
Sorry to hear of your complaint.
I will try to do a good job as Dr. Durnin would have done.
Should you be worried?
Well, you wrote us, so obviously this is worrying you. This is a change in your health, a change for the 'worse', so some sort of evaluation should be done. What should you do?, Let me ask you a few questions.
I know we all think we pay close attention to our bodies, our surroundings. In reality, many things escape our attention. Symptoms, pain, numbness are often the last things to appear in a problem. Symptoms show a change in the body.
Are you sure the numbness just started? Has it been there a while, and you did not notice? Are there any other changes in your health?
Have you gained weight, lost weight? Played sports, worked out differently? Have you slept with a new pillow, different position, new bed (couch, chair)? Did you sleep atop the thumb, sleep with your arm, hand, thumb pressing against a wall or headboard of the bed?
Even since you wrote the Email, has the symptom changed, gotten better, gotten worse?
The body does have transient symptoms, temporary signals. Sometimes just an improper posture, pressure on a body part, changing sport/ exercise routines can give a transient symptom. If you can think about these questions, and perhaps answer them and come up with a cause, then I do not think you have to worry. If you slept on your hand, perhaps you do not have to worry. If you bowled 10 games with a tight thumbhole, perhaps you do not have to worry. Having an explanation, knowing a cause can help us decide whether a trip to the doctor is needed.
If you think a while, and cannot come up with an explanation for numbness, or any other odd symptom, it is time to think of discovering the cause, time to think of an evaluation from a health professional.
Now you have a symptom, pay attention to it. Is it getting better, worse, spreading, changing? What can you do that makes the complaint better or worse? Any licensed health care professional will be asking these questions.
"Thumb numbness" is not an emergency, and probably not even urgent. If the numbness disappears in a day, maybe two; pay attention see if it returns, but if it disappears, it may never return!, and is not really something to worry about. If this numbness persists a couple or more days, then you should have a professional evaluation.
Your family MD would be a good starting point. Perhaps you would like to jump right to a Neurologist- MD or DC. Yes I did say Doctor of Chiropractic Neurologist. Chiropractic has various specialties, similar to Medical Doctors.
Among the various Chiropractic specialties:
(1) Chiropractic Diagnostic Imaging: (DACBR ?Diplomate American
Chiropractic Board Radiology) program administered by the American
Chiropractic Association Council on Diagnostic Imaging (Roentgenology);
(2) Chiropractic Rehabilitation: (DACRB ?Diplomate American Chiropractic Rehabilitation Board) program administered by the American Chiropractic Association Council on Chiropractic Physiological Therapeutics and Rehabilitation;
(3) Chiropractic Clinical Nutrition: (DACBN ?Diplomate American
Chiropractic Board Nutrition) program administered by the American
Chiropractic Association Council on Nutrition;
(4) Chiropractic Diagnosis and Management of Internal Disorders: (DABCI ?Diplomate American Board Chiropractic Internists) program administered by the American Chiropractic Association Council on Family Practice;
(5) Chiropractic Orthopedics: (DABCO ?Diplomate American Board
Chiropractic Orthopedists) program administered by the American Chiropractic Association Council on Orthopedists;
(6) Chiropractic Clinical Neurology program administered by:
(A) American Chiropractic Academy of Neurology (DACAN ?Diplomate
American Chiropractic Academy Neurology or FACCN);
(B) American Chiropractic Association Council on Neurology (DABCN);
(C) American Chiropractic Neurology Board (DACNB - Diplomate
American Chiropractic Neurology Board);
(7) Chiropractic Sports Physician: (DACBSP) program administered by the American Chiropractic Association Council on Injuries and Physical Fitness.
(1) Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician - CCSP program
administered by the American Chiropractic Association Sports Council;
(2) Certificate in Chiropractic Thermography - CACBT program
administered by the American Chiropractic Association Council on
Thermography;
Other Designations:
DACBOH - Diplomate American Chiropractic Board Occupational Health
DICCP - Diplomate International College of Chiropractic Pediatrics
Taken from: http://www.amerchiro.org/pdf/ApprovedChiropracticSpecialtyPrograms.pdf
If you cannot explain the symptom, ie- if you did not sleep on it, if you did not overwork it, did not injure it in a way you know of- a professional evaluation is needed.
Numbness is most often caused by a nerve problem, and sometimes by a circulatory problem, and sometimes by a metabolic problem (not likely with you, given your description). Evaluation by a DC or MD and possibly with a Neurology credential would be my recommendation.
It is a possibility that problem, perhaps even a 'pinched nerve', an irritated nerve- which could be irritated anywhere along the course of the nerve- neck, shoulder, arm, elbow, wrist.
Your 'pinched nerve'- if it exists could start at your neck- and possibly a "Vertebral Subluxation":
Vertebral Subluxation ( 慥SC?, 憇ubluxation? )
Vertebral Subluxation is actually a quite common condition.
Doctors of Chiropractic look for pathological conditions which may require referral to other specialties, and also look for 慡ubluxation? Other disciplines look for pathology, but overlook the importance of alignment and movement in the spine which affects our nervous system (the master control system- ALL health disciplines learn this).
Only a Doctor of Chiropractic will evaluate and treat for VSC.
The course of VSC is highly variable. Some patients with VSC literally cannot walk, yet other patients with similar test findings may be able to run marathons or lift heavy weights. Some patients immediately develop symptoms related to the VSC, some patients take years to develop symptoms. Some people suffer for only a few days with pain and symptoms, some people suffer for months. Some people recover in days, some take months or years, depending upon severity of the condition.
Vertebral Subluxation Complex (a.k.a. 憇ubluxation?
The vertebral subluxation complex is the underlying cause of many healthcare problems.
A subluxation interferes with the proper functioning of the nervous system (the master system which controls and coordinates all function within the body) and may cause various other conditions, symptoms and problems.
Subluxation is a serious condition identified by its five parts:
Spinal Kinesiopathology:
This is fancy way of saying the bones of the spine have lost their normal motion and position. It restricts your ability to turn and bend. It sets in motion the other four components.
Neuropathophysiology:
Improper spinal function can choke, stretch, or irritate delicate nerve tissue. The resulting nerve system dysfunction can cause symptoms elsewhere in the body.
Myopathology:
Muscles supporting the spine can weaken, atrophy, or become tight and go into spasm. The resulting scar tissue changes muscle tone, requiring repeated spinal adjustments.
Histopathology:
A rise in temperature from an increase in blood and lymph supplies result in swelling and inflammation. Discs can bulge, herniate, tear, or degenerate. Other soft tissues may suffer permanent damage.
Pathophysiology:
The VSC contributes to OsteoArthritic degeneration. Bone spurs and other abnormal bony growths attempt to fuse malfunctioning spinal joints. This spinal decay, scar tissue, and long-term nerve dysfunction can cause other systems of the body to malfunction.
The Vertebral Subluxation Complex describes what happens when spinal bones lose their normal movement patterns and position. When subluxated, joints are in a stressed, vulnerable, compromised condition. Subluxation may cause Arthritis, Disk Herniation, or aggravate such conditions.
Vertebral Subluxation cannot be corrected through chemicals (medicine), stretching, yoga, vitamins or physical therapy alone. Subluxation- a neuro/skeletal/muscular- mechanical- problem requires a mechanical correction- - - a manipulation, best performed with the chiropractic adjustment.
Dr. Victor E. Dolan, Doctor of Chiropractic; Diplomat, American Chiropractic Board of Sport Physicians; Diplomat, American Academy of Pain Management; Certified Clinical Nutritionist (IAACN); FIRST Chief of Chiropractic in a Hospital in New York State (DHSI); As Seen in PREVENTION Magazine
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I hope this information helps you make your decision. If this numbness persists more then a day, see someone for evaluation.
If you need further information, do not hesitate to re-contact me at AllExperts.com ( http://www.allexperts.com/ep/965-100794/Chiropractors/Victor-Dolan-DC-DACBSP.htm ).
I wish you good luck and Good Health Naturally, your Staten Island Chiropractor signing off,
Dr. Victor Dolan, DC
http://drvictordolan.chiroweb.com (email newsletter)
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QUESTION: Thank you very much for the help. I am a sixteen year old,
and it seems that I've been diagnosed with a "older" person
problem, I have been diagnosed with, G.E.R.D. Which is
weird for my age apparently. But no I haven't been doing
anything abnormal (working out wise) I have been doing my
normal set of reps, normal weights, and even my normal
distance for running. I haven't taken any new medication. I
haven't gone bowling for the last four years (last time my
friend dropped his ball on my toe and broke it.) I have
also had an inflamed left sciatic nerve a few times now.
That was I'm presuming from the Tae Kwon Doe (Which I
quit[No problems since]) I might go to my local emergency
room since I don't have an actual "family" doctor. Do you
think stress might have something to do with it? I have
just noticed though that there is some swelling. There
isn't any puncture wounds from a spider bite or something.
I did give blood for the first time on Monday but I don't
think that would have any side effects almost a week later,
would it? Thank you so much for the help. I will go to the
doctor tomorrow probably.
AnswerSciatica, thumb numb, swollen thumb, GERD,
Hello again Chris,
Thank you for re-contacting me.
You should get a local Doctor to be your personal physician. At 16y/o I recommend talking to your parent(s) or guardian(s) for any and all health advice, health decisions. I do not want to overstep any legal boundaries speaking to a young person without that recommendation--- confer with the adults in your life.
Unfortunately the local Emergency Department (in the past called the E.R. or emergency room, now usually called the Emergency Department) will just quickly evaluate if you have an emergent or urgent health problem. Lacking an emergency, the E.D. usually gives a minimum of advice/ care- often just something like: '.... if symptoms persist, see your own doctor...', so you may be up the same river after your E.D. visit as before.
If you can, find a local MD or DC to evaluate and care for your problems.
You sound like a very active young person, with occasional neuro-musculo-skeletal complaints (i.e.: Sciatica from Tae Kwon Doe). At 16y/o you should be able to be VERY active with little or no complaint. If you are getting complaints, if you are hurting yourself, you should make sure you are training/ participating with experts and learning the right way to do things and prevent injury. At that young active age; bumps and bruises, sprains and strains can be common, but should be short lived. Over-doing it can be common, but if you do things correctly and do not actually injure yourself through macro-trauma (opposed to repetitive micro-trauma), you should occasionally get sore, but not really get into pain or numbness.
If you are going to be an athlete, if you are going to lift weights, exercise, compete; I recommend a Doctor of Chiropractic as a doctor of choice for you. In my Staten Island Chiropractic office I have many injured people- lots of High School and college athletes, as well as the older 'weekend warrior' types. Chiropractic is a good, conservative, safe, noninvasive, effective and cost effective approach for many neuro-musculo-skeletal complaints caused by exercise or athletic competition. As a Sports Chiropractor I am able to evaluate patients and refer to the Orthopedic MDs or Neuro MDs if needed, or offer conservative care in my office.
You have had Sciatica; you should get to the bottom of that- the cause. You have a thumb with numbness and swelling- you should get to the cause of that. As we discussed previously, if you know the cause, you can pursue an efficient route to repair. If you are having problems from activity at this young age, you should investigate and find the cause- if you have problems young, you will have more problems older.
Again, i would like to give you plenty of information, with this info- it can help you make more informed decisions:
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G.E.R.D.
Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease (heartburn)
Heartburn is a burning sensation in the chest and stomach, which may radiate into the neck. Heartburn is caused when hydrochloric acid (HCl) regurgitates back into the esophagus, otherwise known as acid reflux or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). The lower esophageal sphincter (LES) prevents acidic stomach contents from moving back up into the esophagus. If the sphincter muscle isn抰 working correctly, heartburn can occur. Several factors can be responsible for triggering acid reflux. Hypochlorhydria, or low HCl, can cause stomach contents to ferment. With incomplete signals, the food can't get the message to "move on." When it can't move on, it can reflux into the esophagus.
Symptoms:
- Acidic reflux into the mouth
- Pain in chest (may feel like a heart attack)
Causes, Contributers:
Low or high hydrochloric acid (HCl) levels can contribute to acid reflux. Low HCl is a more common cause of heartburn than high HCl.
A hiatal hernia (the upper part of the stomach protrudes above the diaphragm) contributes to acid reflux.
Digestive enzyme deficiency increases the possibility of acid reflux.
Milk allergies have been estimated to be the cause of up to 40% of acid reflux problems in infants. Elimination of milk from the diet improved the reflux symptoms (Allergy Clin Immunol 1996:97:822?). Other food allergies can contribute to acid relux disease.
Frequent heartburn can be a symptom of gallstones.
Frequent heartburn can be a symptom of a peptic ulcer.
Stress and chronic anxiety has been associated with weakening the lower esophageal sphincter.
Overconsumption of spicy, fried or fatty foods, coffee, acidic foods, milk, alcohol, red wine, tomato-based foods, chili, chocolate, citrus foods or carbonated beverages (soft drinks) can increase heartburn symptoms. Chocolate has been shown to relax the LES sphincter, increasing symptoms of heartburn (Am J Gastroenterol 1988;83:633?). Spearmint, peppermint and other spices with strong aromatic oils can also increase heartburn symptoms (Gastroenterology 1969;56:13?).
Cigarette smoking weakens the lower esophageal sphincter and is a strong risk factor associated with reflux problems. Secondhand smoke may also directly contribute to reflux problems in infants (J Okla State Med Assoc 1996;89:233?).
************ Lying down too soon after a meal may force the stomach contents above the esophagus opening. Do not lie down for three hours after eating. Slightly elevate the head of the bed while sleeping to prevent symptoms. *********************
Possible Nutritional Help:
Supplement with hydrochloric acid (HCl) support if necessary. Do stomach acid self-test (see "Wellness Information" under "Stomach Acid Self-Test" for more details). Large amounts of HCl can cause burning of the stomach lining. Discontinue use if burning occurs. Consult a healthcare practitioner if there is a history of ulcers or gastritis.
Pancreatic enzymes taken with meals facilitate the digestion of undigested food that may be causing heartburn. Pancreatic enzymes may be irritating to gastritis patients.
Glutamine is an acid/base balancer and may be helpful for heartburn patients.
Probiotics (lactobacillus acidophilus and bifidus) are suggested for bowel support and may help alleviate heartburn.
Glandulars, such as stomach glandular, can stimulate a tissue specific organ or gland.
Supplement with liver/gallbladder support if necessary. Frequent heartburn can be a symptom of gallstones.
Calcium and magnesium are potent antacids. A chewable calcium and magnesium supplement may be beneficial for symptomatic relief, but should not be used for prolonged periods of time. Use caution in people with chronic kidney disease.
Ox bile emulsifies fat and promotes pancreatic enzymatic digestion. Ox bile may be beneficial for heartburn patients if gallbladder or pancreas dysfunction is the source of the problem.
Diet / Lifestyle changes to possibly help:
Eat small, frequent meals and drink liquids apart from meals to avoid distending the stomach. Chew food well.
Avoid tight-fitting clothing, lying down, or bending over after meals, in order to decrease stomach pressure.
Sleep with head elevated.
Limit decaffeinated coffee, caffeine and red peppers, to avoid stimulation of HCl secretion.
Limit intake of fat, caffeine, chocolate, alcohol, smoking, peppermint and spearmint oil, all of which decrease pressure on the LES and inhibit function.
Avoid acidic juices such as orange, tomato and grapefruit juices, to decrease irritation to the esophagus.
Lose weight if necessary to decrease pressure in abdomen.
Avoid stress and/or repressed emotions.
Exercise moderately.
Drink plenty of water to soothe the irritated esophageal lining.
Avoid drinking milk for an antacid effect; it can have a rebound effect.
Additional notes:
When you are experiencing heartburn, take one tablespoon of apple cider vinegar or lemon juice. If your heartburn goes away, you are probably deficient in HCl. If the heartburn gets worse, you may have excess HCl. If the symptoms improve when taking the vinegar or lemon juice, sip pure apple cider vinegar and water with meals. (Balch, J., MD. and Balch, P., CNC, Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 1990, Avery Publishing Group, Inc. NY,NY, p. 304). If heartburn increases, have patient drink baking soda in water or milk to dilute the reaction and stop the burning.
Overuse of antacids can mask the underlying problem. Calcium carbonate antacids can produce a rebound effect on gastric acid secretion by secreting more acid to overcompensate for the neutralization by the antacids. The calcium carbonate antacids are strongly alkaline, and may also cause a potential problem for kidney stone formers. The sodium bicarbonate antacids are simply baking soda in effervescent form. They may induce systemic alkalosis (excessive pH throughout the body), which may lead to headaches, nausea, vomiting, mental confusion and kidney stone formation. Antacids containing aluminum and sodium should also be avoided. Absorption of aluminum is greatly enhanced in patients with Alzheimer抯 disease or impaired kidney function, or if citric acid is ingested frequently (citrus fruits, soda pop, orange/grapefruit juice).
Long-term use of antacids can create a problem. Antacids raise the pH of the stomach from 1.5-2.5 to above 3.5. This alkaline pH of the stomach inhibits the action of pepsin and interferes with HCl production. Regular use of antacids can lead to malabsorption of nutrients, kidney stones, bowel problems and mineral imbalances.
NOTE: Many people take antacids as a calcium supplement. In order for calcium to be absorbed, it must be solubilized and ionized by stomach acids. This is why people with low HCl (especially found in older individuals) need to have their calcium needs addressed. Calcium aspartate, gluconate or citrate are calcium forms that are in a soluble and ionized state.
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The above is not specific advise to you, ONLY an in-person treating health professional can make particular recommendations in your particular case.
In regards to sciatica:
揝ciatica? ( Also Known As- neuritis, neuralgia, sciatic-radiculitis )
Sometimes we can wake up with 憇ciatica? .... sometimes a slip, trip, fall, heavy lift, or even a motor vehicle accident can cause a 憇ciatica? Frequently- the true c a u s e of the 憇ciatica? = pain in the lower back, buttock(s), thigh, calf and/or foot (even to toes); is a misalignment, a 慿ink?in the neck- more properly termed a Vertebral Subluxation. 摂Sciatica敂 is only 1/2 a diagnosis .... what is causing the sciatica?
Vertebral Subluxation Complex (a.k.a. 憇ubluxation?
The vertebral subluxation complex is often the underlying cause of sciatica and many healthcare problems. A subluxation interferes with the proper functioning of the nervous system (the master system which controls and coordinates all function within the body) and may cause various other conditions, symptoms and problems.
This (subluxation) is a serious condition identified by its five parts:
Spinal Kinesiopathology:
This is fancy way of saying the bones of the spine have lost their normal motion and position. It restricts your ability to turn and bend. It sets in motion the other four components.
Neuropathophysiology:
Improper spinal function can choke, stretch, or irritate delicate nerve tissue. The resulting nerve system dysfunction can cause symptoms elsewhere in the body.
Myopathology:
Muscles supporting the spine can weaken, atrophy, or become tight and go into spasm. The resulting scar tissue changes muscle tone, requiring repeated spinal adjustments.
Histopathology:
A rise in temperature from an increase in blood and lymph supplies result in swelling and inflammation. Discs can bulge, herniate, tear, or degenerate. Other soft tissues may suffer permanent damage.
Pathophysiology:
The VSC contributes to OsteoArthritic degeneration. Bone spurs and other abnormal bony growths attempt to fuse malfunctioning spinal joints. This spinal decay, scar tissue, and long-term nerve dysfunction can cause other systems of the body to malfunction.
The Vertebral Subluxation Complex describes what happens when spinal bones lose their normal movement patterns and position.
Automobile accidents, improper lifting, improper posture, alcohol, emotional stress, chemical imbalances, and long periods of sitting can cause the Vertebral Subluxation Complex.
Vertebral Subluxation cannot be corrected through chemicals (medicine), stretching, yoga, vitamins or physical therapy alone. Subluxation- a neuro/skeletal/muscular- mechanical- problem requires a mechanical correction- - - a manipulation, best performed with the chiropractic adjustment. For good health- Treat the Cause, not just the Symptoms.
Dr. Victor E. Dolan, Doctor of Chiropractic; Diplomat, American Chiropractic Board of Sport Physicians; Diplomat, American Academy of Pain Management; Certified Clinical Nutritionist (IAACN); FIRST Chief of Chiropractic in a Hospital in New York State (DHSI); As Seen in PREVENTION Magazine
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As an athlete, perhaps this will interest you - - - on improving performance, prevention of injury, return from injury:
Athletic Performance Improvement, Accelerated Recovery
Chiropractic is well known to improve athletic performance, prevent sport injury, and accelerate recovery from injury or hard training. With Doctors of Chiropractic serving on almost every nation抯 Olympic Team, with Chiropractic holding official status with the USOC and serving almost every US Olympic Athlete: the results of chiropractic cannot be denied. Coaches and athletes are aware of terms such as
enhanced performance, performance improvement, .
accelerated recovery, restoration and regeneration.
Many coaching conferences discuss strategies on these aspects of exercise, competition, sports and athleticism.
An interesting study was performed and published way back in 1991. The January 1991 issue of the Journal of Chiropractic Research and Clinical Investigation published findings that demonstrate significant increases in athletic performance after a twelve week program of Chiropractic treatment.
Athletic Ability Research:
Male and female athletes between the ages of 18 and 42, representing a variety of sports backgrounds, were recruited to participate in this study. None had ever before been under chiropractic care. Each of these participants underwent eleven separate tests, each test designed to measure a specific aspect of athletic performance. Then, half the participants were evaluated through chiropractic analysis and placed on a twelve week program of chiropractic treatment ( consistent regimen of chiropractic, similar to a consistent regimen of physical athletic training/ exercise ). ( measured aspects: side step test, dodging run, right boomerang run, modified bass tests of dynamic balance, vertical power jump, standing broad jump, distance perception jump, horizontal linear space test, nelson hand reaction test, nelson speed of movement test, nelson choice of response-movement test )
All subjects continued to train and practice as usual in their sports. At the half-way point of six weeks, they were all reevaluated and changes in scores for each group were compared. All increases in performances by each group were measured by the average percent of change in all eleven tests combined.
The control group, those not receiving chiropractic care, showed slight improvement in eight of eleven tests ( this group had been training 慳s usual?for the time period ). By combining the average percentages of change on each test it was found that the control group showed an overall improvement of 4.5%.
Those receiving chiropractic treatment (along with their 憉sual training?, the test group, had dramatically different results. They showed improvement on all eleven tests for a total 10.7% average increase after six weeks. And when retested again after the second six week period of care this test group demonstrated a remarkable 16.7% average increase in athletic ability.
( consider that one/ onehundredth of a second ( 1/100th ) is the difference between win ?lose,,, 16.7% is HUGE )
What Do Chiropractors Do?
Chiropractors analyze the structure of the body, looking for misalignments, primarily in the spine, and also the extremities. Spinal misalignments, termed vertebral subluxations, irritate the nerves which in turn inhibits the body抯 ability to function optimally. Like a high performance automobile, the human structure must be balanced and in alignment to be at it抯 best. A Ferrari with pistons that don抰 fire in sequence, wheels that are out of balance or alignment, and high performance specifications that are improperly set will not only have it抯 performance compromised but will also have dramatically increased potential for parts to wear out and breakdown. The human body, far more delicate and complicated than even the most advanced automobile is similar. If the framework, particularly the spine, isn抰 properly aligned and balanced- the body cannot perform to it抯 potential and is more susceptible to illness and injury, with slower recovery when injury does occur.
What Do Vertebral Subluxations Do?
Vertebral subluxations cause nerve conduction interference. This inhibits millions of messages from the brain from flowing smoothly along the nerves and in this in turn interferes with the coordination of the actions of the body. The only health care provider trained to diagnose and correct vertebral subluxations is the Doctor of Chiropractic. Like a properly tuned Ferrari, the chiropractic patient athlete, when properly aligned, functions at a level of peak performance.
Famous Athletes Utilize Chiropractics.
Many athletes have discovered the relationship between proper spinal alignment and their own level of achievement. San Francisco Forty-Niner Greats Joe Montana and Roger Craig as well as heavy weight champion Evander Holyfield are examples of professional and world-class athletes who realize(d) the value of proper structural alignment and balance in their bodies. They have learned through their own experiences what research has shown; that through chiropractic care - one can demonstrate faster reaction time, better balance, improved coordination, increased muscular power; and when injured- accelerated recovery and regeneration.
The Competitive Edge.
Emphasis on athletic excellence continues to escalate in this country in terms of both dollars and extremes in personal sacrifice. Though the dangers of taking anabolic steroids have been widely publicized for years, the number of athletes who suffer serious health problems caused steroids continues to grow. Now, however, the athlete looking for the competitive edge need not look beyond the framework of his(her) own body. Increased public awareness is leading many to realize that a natural method is available in achieving performance enhancement. The method is Chiropractic!
Dr. Victor E. Dolan, Doctor of Chiropractic; Diplomat, American Chiropractic Board of Sport Physicians; Diplomat, American Academy of Pain Management; Certified Clinical Nutritionist (IAACN); FIRST Chief of Chiropractic in a Hospital in New York State (DHSI); As Seen in PREVENTION Magazine.
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Again,,,, If you need further information, do not hesitate to re-contact me at AllExperts.com ( http://www.allexperts.com/ep/965-100794/Chiropractors/Victor-Dolan-DC-DACBSP.htm ).
I wish you good luck and Good Health Naturally, your Staten Island Chiropractor signing off,
Dr. Victor Dolan, DC
http://drvictordolan.chiroweb.com (email newsletter)
