Aloha Sports Chiropractic

Subluxation Treatment in Santa Cruz

Are you fighting ongoing pain or limited movement? Subluxations might be the hidden cause.

These spinal misalignments mess up how your body works, leading to lasting pain and making it hard to do things. You might feel stiff, sore, or unable to move like you used to. Even simple tasks can become challenging, affecting your work and daily life.

Consider being in pain and losing out on fun activities because the main issue hasn’t been resolved. You have tried pain pills and rest, but nothing seems to work long-term. The frustration builds as you watch others enjoy activities you once loved. How long will you let this control your life?

At Aloha Sports Chiropractic in Santa Cruz, I am good at finding and fixing these subluxations. Let’s team up to help your body heal better. Book a visit today and get back to a happy, pain-free life. Together, we can tackle the root cause and get you moving freely again.

What is Subluxation?

A subluxation is a misalignment or incomplete dislocation of vertebrae in the spinal cord. This misalignment can cause pressure on the surrounding nerves, resulting in various complaints and medical complications.

If you don’t treat subluxations, your body can struggle to work correctly, affecting everything from mobility to general health. Treating subluxations is the most essential part of chiropractic care. It allows you to get your body back into proper balance, easing your pain and helping it heal faster.

Causes of Subluxation

Recognizing the root cause of subluxation is critical to successful prevention and therapy. The three main categories of subluxation causes I generally see my [patients suffer from are:

Physical Causes

I often see subluxations from sudden traumas like accidents or falls. Poor posture and repetitive strain injuries also cause misalignments over time. In my experience, these physical causes are common but addressable through proper chiropractic care and lifestyle adjustments.

Emotional Causes

I have observed how chronic stress significantly contributes to subluxations. When stressed, muscles tense up, potentially misaligning the spine. Emotional trauma can have similar effects. I help patients understand this mind-body connection and incorporate stress management into their treatment plans.

Chemical Causes

In my practice, I have seen how nutritional deficiencies can weaken bones and muscles, making the spine prone to misalignment. Environmental toxins also affect the nervous system and muscle function. I assist patients in maintaining a nutritious diet while limiting their susceptibility to potentially harmful toxins.

Types of Subluxation

Subluxations can occur in various parts of your body. Here are the main types I encounter:

Chiropractic Subluxation

Chiropractic vertebral subluxation is a key focus in my practice and often the root cause of many health issues that patients struggle with. This condition occurs when vertebrae in the spine become misaligned or don’t move properly, interfering with the nervous system’s function. 

Symptoms of chiropractic subluxation can include pain, stiffness, reduced range of motion, and even seemingly unrelated health problems due to nerve interference. By addressing these issues, I can often alleviate many health issues you might be experiencing.

Rotation Misalignment

It is a specific type of subluxation that’s often overlooked but crucial to address. This occurs when a vertebra rotates on its axis, causing asymmetry in the spine. Symptoms may include uneven shoulder or hip height, difficulty turning your head or torso, chronic muscle tension on one side of the body, and reduced range of motion in specific directions.

Detecting and correcting rotational misalignments requires specialized expertise. At Aloha Sports Chiropractic, I use advanced techniques to identify and treat these hard-to-find subluxations, providing relief that other treatments may miss.

Peripheral Joint Subluxation

I also treat joint subluxation outside the spine, like patella subluxation, rib subluxation or shoulder subluxation. These misalignments impact mobility and cause localized pain. I emphasize treating peripheral joint subluxations to maintain overall body function and prevent compensatory issues elsewhere.

Functional vs. Structural Subluxation

I differentiate between functional subluxations (temporary misalignments during movement) and structural subluxations (permanent misalignments). Exercises and adjustments often help functional subluxations. However, structural subluxations may need more intense, long-term care.

How I Do Subluxation Diagnosis

Accurate diagnosis is critical to effective subluxation treatment. Here’s how I approach the diagnostic process:

Initial Consultation

In our first meeting, I review your health concerns, medical history, and lifestyle factors. This comprehensive technique lets me recognize probable subluxation reasons and provide an individualized treatment strategy. I view this as the start of our health partnership.

Physical Examination

I perform a full inspection, which includes positional assessments, flexibility in movement testing, and cerebral assessments. These allow me to assess bone adaptability, muscle power, and nervous system performance. This comprehensive approach will enable me to pinpoint areas of concern accurately.

Diagnostic Imaging

I recommend X-rays or MRIs to visualize your spine and soft tissues when necessary. These imaging techniques help confirm subluxations, guide our treatment approach, and track your progress. I only recommend imaging when it’s crucial for your diagnosis and treatment plan.

Chiropractic Protocols for Treatment of Subluxation

After I have diagnosed your subluxations, I develops a particular course of action using a variety of approaches:

Manual Adjustments

I use techniques like Diversified and Gonstead to realign your spine and joints gently. These adjustments correct misalignments, improving nervous system function and enhancing mobility. Many of my patients report immediate relief and improved well-being after adjustments.

Therapeutic Modalities

My chiropractic care for subluxation incorporates heat, ice, electrical stimulation, and massage therapy to enhance your treatment. These modalities help relax muscles, reduce inflammation, manage pain, and support healing. I often combine these with adjustments for comprehensive subluxation chiropractic care.

Rehabilitative Exercises

As a subluxation chiropractor, I design custom exercise plans to maintain adjustment benefits and prevent future subluxations. These focus on strengthening spine-supporting muscles and improving flexibility. I will walk you through every task, guaranteeing proper technique and progressively increasing the challenge as you advance.

Lifestyle and Nutritional Counseling

I provide holistic advice on ergonomics, sleeping positions, and maintaining good posture. I also offer nutritional guidance, recommending dietary changes or supplements to support bone health and muscle function and reduce inflammation. This comprehensive approach supports your overall spinal health.

Get Your Subluxation Corrected at My Clinic

Stop suffering with the pain and get a subluxation treatment plan at Aloha Sports Chiropractic. My treatment protocols have helped many people get rid of constant pain and frustration of subluxation. Contact me to fix your subluxations and improve your health. Let’s take care of your back together.

 

Dr. Craig Eymann

Chiropractor

Meet Dr. Craig Eymann, a dedicated chiropractor with 25+ years of experience in holistic healing. Since 1978, he’s been a beacon of wellness, starting as a Structural Integration Therapist and evolving into a trusted Chiropractic expert. Specializing in musculoskeletal injuries, spinal health, and sports chiropractic, Dr. Eymann integrates various approaches, including chiropractic adjustments, massage therapy, light stretching, and personalized exercises. His compassionate care extends to offering custom shoe inserts, dietary counseling, and guiding lifestyle changes. With a firm belief in aligning structure for optimal function, Dr. Eymann brings relief and healing, making chiropractic his treatment of choice in 95% of cases.

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Aloha Sports Chiropractic is a lifesaver! Dr. Craig’s treatment completely fixed my chronic back pain. I’m back to hitting the hiking trails without a single ache!

FAQs

  • What type of doctor treats subluxation?

    As a chiropractor, I specialize in diagnosing and treating misalignments of the spine and other joints that can cause pain and affect overall health.

  • What is the immediate treatment for subluxation?

    When I treat subluxation, my immediate approach is typically a chiropractic adjustment. I apply controlled force to the affected joint to realign it and restore proper function.

  • Does subluxation treatment work?

    In my experience, chiropractic adjustments can be effective for treating subluxation. Many patients report reduced pain and improved mobility after receiving care for their joint misalignments.

  • Can subluxation be cured?

    I have seen that subluxation can frequently be fixed with appropriate therapy. Patients typically regain full joint function and alleviate symptoms through the chiropractic care I provide and the rehabilitative exercises I prescribe.

  • How long does subluxation take to heal?

    In my practice, I have observed that mild subluxation usually takes a few weeks to heal. I recommend rest, physical therapy, over-the-counter pain medication, and chiropractic care to speed up recovery.

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