Physical Rehabilitation
Your
doctor (*physiatrists) or physical therapist will design a physical
rehabilitation program for you that takes into consideration your normal
level of activity and physical fitness.
A rehab program should include:
- Flexibility exercises.
- Strengthening exercises.
- Endurance activities.
- Coordination and agility training (for competitive athletes).
The
function of muscles in the injured leg for instance, should be as strong
as in the uninjured leg before you return to normal activities.
The program usually includes treatment with a physical therapist at a therapy center and health and fitness care by our Athletic Trainers in your home, at a gym or health club. Also keep in mind that an athletic trainer is not just for athletes. Under the direction of a physician or physical therapist, the athletic trainer is one of the best ways to regain good physical health.
*What Is A Physiatrist?
(pronounced
)
Physicians who specialize in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation are called "physiatrists". Physiatrists are specialists in the diagnosis and treatment of patients of all ages in three major areas of medical care.
Realignment
Chiropractic
is the natural and pain free way to treat and effectively reduce a number
of common medical problems by getting to the root of the problem, rather
than only treating its symptoms. This is done by treating vertebral
subluxations (aka improper spinal alignment), which places pressure on the
nerves and can result in a variety of medical conditions....
See more at our "Network of Caring" (Dr Halberg) Chiropractic site http://www.chirohalberg.com/what.html
The practice of chiropractic is based on sound scientific
principles.
The existence of the nervous system as the primary control mechanism of
the body is an undisputed scientific fact. Its relationship with the spine
is the focus of the practice of chiropractic. The spine develops in utero
to provide two primary functions: (1) allow for freedom of movement and
(2) house and protect the spinal cord. When the vertebrae of the spine
become misaligned through trauma or repetitive injury, two major
consequences will result: (1) the range of motion becomes limited and (2)
spinal nerves emerging from the spinal cord are compromised. DCs use the
term "subluxation" to describe such disruptions. Interruption of
nerve flow can eventually lead to pain, disability, and an overall
decrease in the quality of life. Conversely, the removal of that
interference has been shown to have significant, lasting health benefits.
Through the adjustment of the subluxation, the doctor of chiropractic
endeavors to restore normal nerve expression. The body is then able to
respond appropriately to any imbalance in the system, thus relieving
symptoms and restoring health. International
Chiropractors Association