For those of us dealing with thoracic (mid-spine)
pain, chiropractic spinal manipulation therapy can be an effective approach
to decrease symptoms and enhanced our quality
of life. This type of treatment centers on
biomechanical parameters to help improve clinical outcomes, such
as increasing range of motion and reducing
pain levels. Let's explore the ways in which this type of therapy can help Groton
thoracic spine pain sufferers find relief at Shoreline Medical Services/ Hutter Chiropractic Office.
WHAT IS THORACIC PAIN?
Thoracic pain is a type of back pain that involves
the middle part of your spine, called
the thoracic spine region. This area comprises your chest
wall, ribs, and lungs. The most common sources of thoracic pain include
sprain or strain of muscle, injury to a disc, spinal stenosis, compressed nerve in
the spine, and/or facet joint dysfunction. Other contributors may include weak posture or an injury to the
shoulder or arm that puts pressure on the nerves in this area.
Shoreline Medical Services/ Hutter Chiropractic Office can figure this out via a thorough
examination of your spine.
HOW CHIROPRACTORS CAN HELP WITH THORACIC PAIN
Chiropractors like yours at Shoreline Medical Services/ Hutter Chiropractic Office are well
trained in the identification and treatment of musculoskeletal issues like thoracic pain.
They use a hands-on approach to
diagnose and treat these conditions using a variety of
techniques such as manual adjustments, electrical stimulation therapy, exercises,
and other modalities to decrease inflammation and enhance
range of motion in involved areas. Through regular
visits with their Groton chiropractor for spinal manipulation and mobilization
and treatment plans tailored
specifically for them, thoracic spine pain sufferers can find relief without having to
take medications or undergoing
surgery.
HOW CHIROPRACTIC SPINAL MANIPULATION WORKS AND HELPS
Chiropractic spinal manipulation and mobilization is a type
of hands-on treatment using precise force, pressure, and
direction to relieve spinal pain. Cox® Technic is one very gentle type
of treatment that is segment specific, stretches spinal tissues, and eases
pain. The applied forces can be measured specifically
with proper equipment. Such precision benefits those with thoracic pain.
Research has shown that this type of treatment can decrease
stiffness in the spine and relax muscles to help
relieve pain levels. One new study of patients with chronic
thoracic pain explained that spinal manipulation decreased
pain intensity, disability, spinal stiffness, and tenderness. (1) Another report
stated that patients who were “responders” to spinal manipulation for
non-specific thoracic spine pain relief were those whose expectations of improvement
and comfort during spinal manipulation were positive. (2) So be positive! Shoreline Medical Services/ Hutter Chiropractic Office
is ready to help.
CONTACT Shoreline Medical Services/ Hutter Chiropractic Office
Listen to this PODCAST
with Dr. Kurt Olding on The
Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson as he
describes relieving treatment of a thoracic disc herniation
with The Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management.
If you're looking for a conservative
means to contain your mid-back pain, schedule
a Groton chiropractic visit with Shoreline Medical Services/ Hutter Chiropractic Office
today!