Valley Chiropractic Care for Lower Crossed Syndrome

People with Lower Crossed Syndrome Suffer Pain to the Back, Knee and Hamstring

You may have noticed people out in public with this issue without realizing that it is a real dysfunction.  The person has a lumbar hyperlordosis (increased curvature in the low back), a protruding abdomen, as well as a very flat gluteal region.  They’ll often have general complaints like low back pain, knee pain, and pain in the hamstrings (back of the thigh).  But, what can chiropractic do in order to correct and prevent this problem from progressing?

Causes of Low Crossed Syndrome

First, the cause of this syndrome needs to be understood.  Often it is due to several groups of muscles either being tight or weak.  The tight muscles are the thoraco-lumbar extensors (low back muscles) which cause the increased lumbar curvature as well as the quadriceps (front of the thighs) and iliopsoas muscles (front of the hip).  Muscles that will be weak consist of the abdominal muscles as well as the gluteal muscles.  Drawing a line to connect both the weak muscles and the tight muscles creates an imaginary X if looking at a person from the side.  Hence the name, lower crossed syndrome.

Chiropractic Adjustments Can Decrease the Affects of Lower Cross Syndrome by Increasing Joint Mobility

In order to correct this problem, the tight muscle groups need to stretched and the weak muscles need to be strengthened through an individualized rehabilitative exercise program.  Also, chiropractic adjustments are used to increase joint mobility while the corrections are taking place and as a preventative measure in the future.  Last but not least, soft tissue mobilization techniques such as Graston can also be utilized to break up muscle adhesions that have developed in the dysfunctional muscles over time.

If you’re suffering from any of these symptoms, ask Dr.Kmett to evaluate you today for lower crossed syndrome!

Food Pyramid Gets a Facelift

The New Food Pyramid in the Shape of a Plate Makes it Easy to Plan a Well Balanced Dish

The new food pyramid, called MyPlate, was introduced to show people how a typical meal should look.  Fruits and vegetables contain important nutrients such as fiber and potassium that help reduce the risk of developing heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and high blood pressure. 

Whole grains should be consumed, allowing the food to be broken down slowly while preventing sharp spikes in blood glucose while also helping to lower cholesterol.  Protein sources should consist of lean meats including at least 8 oz of fish per week. Calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin D are some of the reasons that having dairy at each meal is very beneficial.

The new MyPlate also shows the proper portion size when compared to your standard dinner plate.  This differs from the food pyramids of the past that gave recommendations as to how many servings one should consume from each individual food group with no attention paid to portion size.  For more information on proper food intake and details on portion size, feel free to talk to Dr. Kmett today!

For more information and articles on health tips and wellness please visit our website at www.valleychiropracticrehab.com.

Chiropractic Care for Sports Rehabilitation and Recovery

Many professional athletes now use chiropractic care to achieve maximum performance and recovery.

In the below video our Accessible Beltway Clinics Chiropractor Dr. Rick Rosa treated Professional Athlete Mike Easton and curved his recovery time by 50%. Mike’s original estimated recovery time from 6 months, but after treatment with our Dr. Rosa he recovered in only 3 months.

Chiropractic care has proven very beneficial in the recovery of sports injuries. Many professional teams have a designated team chiropractor, but chiropractic care is also useful in injuries that occur during recreational activities as well.

To learn more about sports chiropractic care and treatment visit www.valleychiropracticrehab.com. 

Fish for Better Health with Valley Chiropractic Rehab in Frederick

Valley Chiropractic Frederick Recommends Adding Fish Oil Supplements to your Diet

There are plenty of good reasons for taking fish oil supplements.  One reason is to increase the amount of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids in our diet.  Why is this significant?  The typical American diet is very high in unhealthy omega-6 fatty acids.  When our diets are high in omega-6 fats, it tends to push the human body towards an inflammatory state.  This type of inflammation has been linked to various disease conditions such as cardiovascular disease and even certain cancers. 

Valley Chiropractic Rehab Suggest Increasing Intake of Fish to Restore Balance between the Omega-3 and Omega-6 Ratio

The omega-3 fatty acids found naturally in fish and other supplements help to create a less inflammatory internal environment leading to the possibility of having less chances of developing many conditions and disease processes.  Supplementing with omega-3 fatty acids in conjunction with an anti-inflammatory diet would help restore the balance between the omega-3 and omega-6 ratio.  An ideal ratio would be a 1:1 of omega-6 to omega-3.  However, the typical American diet is now approaching a 20:1 ratio.  

Valley Chiropractic Frederick Recommends Increasing Fish because it is high in EPA and DHA

Another reason to increase your intake of fish or fish oil is that it is high in EPA and DHA, which have been proven to increase levels of HDL, or good cholesterol, and arterial compliance, which is essential in decreasing mild hypertension, and preventing certain cardiac arrhythmias.  An adequate amount of omega-3 PUFAs is 2.7–7.5 grams per meal and appears to meet the nutritional recommendation of the American Heart Association. 

For health resources and treatment options please visit www.valleychiropracticrehab.com. 

Chiropractic Treatment Better than Drugs for Neck Pain

Consider Chiropractic Treatment before you “Pop” another Pill for Your Neck Pain

A new study funded by the National Institute of Health, has found the best way to get rid of that troublesome neck pain is not to "pop" another pain medication. The study of over 272 patients found that chiropractic treatment is the best method in relieving neck pain available. The study found that patients treated by a chiropractor alone rated the highest in pain relief after a 12 week period compared to patients treated by exercise or drugs. In fact after a 12 week period those patients who exercised or used a chiropractor were over twice as likely pain free in comparison to patients who relied on medicine.

 

The Study Shows Chiropractic Treatment is the Most Effective Remedy for Neck Pain

The results reveal the necessity of chiropractic care when it comes to neck pain– 32 percent of patients treated by a chiropractor were pain free, compared to 30 percent of those who exercised and only 13 percent of those who took medication as treatment after a 12 week period. Dr. Lee Green, professor of family medicine at the University of Michigan says, “Neck pain is a mechanical problem, and it makes sense that mechanical treatment works better than a chemical one.”

 

To learn more about chiropractic treatment for neck pain visit www.valleychiropracticrehab.com.

Tony Thompson Selects Accessible Beltway Chiropractor Dr. Rick Rosa as Team Chiropractor for Heavy Weight Title Championship Fight with Klitschko

Dr. Rick Rosa Official Chiropractor and Recovery Specialist for Professional Boxer Tony Thompson

Dr. Rick Rosa of RecoveryDoc is the official Chiropractor and Recovery Specialist for Professional Boxer Tony Thompson. Tony Thompson is expected to compete in Berne, Switzerland on July 7th for the world heavyweight championship. In the competition, Tony “The Tiger” Thompson will rematch heavyweight champion Wladmir Klitschko.

Tony Thompson Klitschko's Toughest Fight Yet

Klitschko, the current world heavyweight champion speaks of his last match with Thompson as a tough one. "Thompson is a strong and difficult opponent fighting southpaw," Klitschko said. "He has a very good technique and gave me one of the toughest challenges in my career. Through his height it is a fight at eye level and I know that he has gained a lot of confidence through his winning streak.”

Thompson is excited and eager for the upcoming competition. "I have been waiting a long time for this rematch," Thompson said. "Last time I had (a knee) injury which I suffered in training. In Berne, I will complete what I missed out on four years ago. I will knock Klitschko out and take all his belts to the U.S."

To ensure full recovery— Dr. Rosa works with Thompson, creating an individualized treatment program, utilizing RecoveryDoc’s patented Six Pillars of Recovery. “I am honored to have been selected as the team chiropractor and recovery specialist. I will work to increase Tony’s endurance and performance in preparation for to fight. I have high expectation for Tony and look forward to be traveling with the team this July.” RecoveryDoc helps athlete’s recovery faster as well as increase performance levels.

RecoveryDoc Employs Six Pillars of Recovery Program on Professional Boxer Tony Thompson

RecoveryDoc’s Six Pillars of Recovery encompasses all aspects of recovery for injuries and training. The Six Pillars include; awareness of state, rest, play, nutrition, physical and psychological – ensuring professional athletes like Thompson, recovers faster and train harder.  Under the RecoveryDoc treatment program, athletes receive a personalized, all encompassing treatment plan based on specific needs.

Dr. Rosa’s recovery approach is unique and comprehensive. He has worked with professional athletes— decreasing projected healing time by up to 50 percent.

After recovery, RecoveryDoc athletes undergo an ongoing preventative program to thwart further injuries. Dr. Rosa will make sure Thompson not only recovers, but he is able to perform better and train harder in preparation for the upcoming fight.

At 40 years of age, Thompson awaits the upcoming heavyweight championship match with confidence. “I think once we have a heavyweight champion, [US boxing fans] will be a little more kinder to the American heavyweight fighters,” Thompson says. “Also I think American TV will come back out and watch American heavyweights again. We need a figure here and I’m looking to be that figure.”

RecoveryDoc will continue to work with Thompson and the team all the way through the Berne competition— ensuring he is fit and ready to snatch the world heavyweight boxing championship from the hands of Klitschko.

To learn more about Dr. Rosa and The Patented Six Pillars of Recovery treatment program visit RecoveryDoc. 

Valley Chiropractic Frederick Treats Sports Injury

Professional and Recreational Athletes Can Suffer from a Sports Injury

Both professional and recreational athletes can get injured. The professional athlete, many times participates in strenuous, high impact sports that cause damage and injury to the body.

These athletes are representative in sports teams such as the NFL, NHL and NBA.

The recreational athlete is described as anyone who enjoys leisurely runs or personal exercises. A recreational athlete may be someone who enjoys a club sport or school facilitated physical activity.

Unintended Sports Injury Can Occur Even During Simple Home Activities

Regardless of the recreational nature of the sport, unintended injuries can occur no matter how simple the physical activity undertaken is.

An important determining factor of the speed of recovery after a sports injury has already occurred is how the injury was treated while in the recovery phase.

Causes of athletic injuries vary. Many times the injury is caused because the athlete plays too hard, too fast or for too long of a time resulting in undue stress to the body. Sometimes simple recreational activities such as lifting boxes and gym workouts that place too much stress on the body can cause injuries as well. The underlying cause the body’s recreation to many of the trauma that occurs to it is often times the lack of a proper warm-up prior to engaging in strenuous physical activity.

Spinal Manipulations by a Chiropractor Can Relieve Many Sports Injury Symptoms

After a sports injury rest is often recommended. However, rest as a sole recovery method is extremely time consuming. Chiropractic care can provide meaningful results in the recovery period – saving patient time and undue stress. Spinal segments are returned to their normal mobility through chiropractic adjustments to assist supportive tissues such as muscles, tendons and ligaments that have been injured return to their normal mobility. Sports chiropractic treatment helps athletes recover. Fast.

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