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Extremities and Chiropractic

It’s tempting to think that pain in your wrist means there's a problem in your wrist. After all, that’s where the pain is. But we take a larger view, looking for nerve interference in several possible places.

Double Crush

No, it’s not the latest football defense! The Double Crush is a common phenomenon in which nerves going to or from the wrist are being pressured in the carpal tunnel, as well as the spine, shoulder, neck or elbow. Resolving carpal tunnel problems requires looking beyond the wrist.

The Tunnel

Feel the ridges along the backside of your hand. The eight small bones that run from your knuckles to your wrist are called carpals. They form a “tunnel” held together with ligaments that form a passageway about the size of your pinky finger. The nerves and tendons that control your fingers pass through this narrow tunnel. If one or more of the bones forming this tunnel loses its proper relationship with the others, nerve pressure, inflammation and painful symptoms can result.

Can Chiropractic Help?

In carpal tunnel cases, we conduct a thorough examination of the upper spine, shoulder and elbow. If our evaluation reveals neurological compromise, chiropractic adjustments can often produce excellent results. If someone you know has a problem that plagues their wrist, have them conduct a simple test. If the findings suggest further evaluation, email our office using the link below, or give us a call: (203) 272-3239

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Dr. D Asks some important questions of interest to Cheshire residents - Chiropractor Cheshire Dr. D Asks...

What causes subluxations?
Chiropractors acknowledge three types of stress: physical, chemical and emotional. When the adaptive capacity of your body is compromised, weakened areas along the spine can become involved. Muscles tighten, spinal joints lock up and nearby nerves are affected. The purpose of chiropractic care is to find these areas and restore balance, alignment and motion.
Why are chiropractors wary of the germ theory?
Louis Pasteur originated the idea that germs caused disease. Yet, on his deathbed he recanted, declaring, "It's not the seed, but the soil." Meaning, it's not the germ that causes disease, but the condition of the body that allows the germ to thrive. Chiropractic care in our Cheshire office is designed to bolster your resistance so germs don't see you as a good host.