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" Advanced Spinal Care "
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Physiotherapy Treatments
Ultrasound Therapy
Ultrasound therapy is a soothing treatment using high-frequency sound waves in the region of soft tissue injuries.
Patient Benefits:
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Stimulates healing without irritation
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Speeds metabolism and improves blood flow
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Reduces nerve root irritation
Trigger Point Therapy
Using the hands the skin is gently pressed to locate tight bands, nodules or muscle fibers. These trigger points are then gently compressed.
Patient Benefits:
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Reduces chronic muscle spasms
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Avoids scar tissue formation
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Improves muscle tone
Electro-Muscle Stimulation
Small amounts of electrical currents are induced into the tissue..
Patient Benefits:
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Reduces pain sensation and decreases swelling
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Promotes general muscle tone
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Speeds the healing process
Superficial Heat
Moist heat is used to help raise the temperature of soft tissues directly below the surface of the skin.
Patient Benefits:
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Helps increase circulation
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Relaxes muscle tension
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Reduces joint stiffness
Cryotherapy
Cryotherapy is a term that describes the application of cold packs to reduce the temperature of tissues directly on or below the surface of the skin.
Patient Benefit:
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Helps reduce swelling and inflammation
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Numbs affected area to reduce pain
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Reduces muscle spasms
Intersegmental Traction
The spinalator is a traction table with rotating rollers that lift and separate the segments of the spine, aiding in relaxation before an adjustment.
Patient Benefit:
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Gentle massage of the spine
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Reduces tightening of soft tissues
Hydrotherapy Table
The hydrotherapy table is a dry whirlpool massage
using flotation.
Patient Benefit:
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Relaxes muscles, provides relief, and soothes
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Heat increases blood and lymph circulation