Getting Rid of the Pain with Fibro
The word “fibromyalgia” might not mean that much to you, but don’t tell that to someone troubled with this condition. Fibro sufferers report chronic, achy muscular pain in numerous specific yet widely dispersed sites, predominantly the lower back, neck, shoulders, where the arm bends, upper chest and/or knees. While the precise cause of fibromyalgia remains unsure, data suggests that the immune system is involved.
TMJ Pain … Be Gone…
I had a patient that was going to cancel her appointment with me because she had a terrible pains in her jaw. Having her mouth open for an extended period of time in the dentist’s chair can cause that. She was afraid that being face down on an exam table would not be the best idea at this time. You see, she was diagnosed with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) by her dentist and her endodontist.
What is TMJ?
Relief for Neck Pain
People generally think of chiropractors when a car injury has lead to whiplash. But there are various causes for neck pain, and Dr. Altman can provide relief for just about all of them! Luckily, he also understands that if you have never been to a chiropractor before, the idea of someone twisting and turning an already sore neck can be really scary and intimidating. So the Doc will orient to help them understand what he is what is about to do and why it helps. With his good sense of humor and gentle touch, he has a real talent for helping patients in acute pain. At least that’s what his patients say:
Back Pain & Injuries
Like all chiropractors, Dr. Altman studied the human spine extensively. For this reason, many patients come to him with back pains. The Doc takes a compassionate and consistent approach to alleviating the pain and then fixing the cause of this pain. One of the things that sets him apart from many colleagues, is that he believes he has a moral obligation teach patients how to maintain their health post-treatment. Keeping you out of his office doesn’t always make business sense, but it is the right thing to do! According to Garen, here is how the Doc helped him feel good again: