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NE Patriots and NY Giants: The Essential Role of Chiropractic Care to Super Bowl XLVI

CARMICHAEL, Calif

. – Feb. 1, 2012 – As the New England Patriots and New York Giants prepare to play on the biggest stage of all for football fans – the XLVI Super Bowl, February 5, 2012, Indianapolis, Ind. — the Foundation for Chiropractic Progress, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to raising awareness about the value of chiropractic care, points to the role of the team Doctors of Chiropractic (DCs) in optimizing functionality, endurance and overall conditioning. Dr. Michael Miller of the Patriots and Dr. Robert DeStefano of the Giants explain that chiropractic is fundamental to the consequences of jarring impacts, enhancing body mechanics and joint motion while improving structural balance vital to preventing and addressing many common injuries.

“Professional athletes rely greatly on the coordinated efforts of the entire healthcare team, comprised of athletic trainers, rehabilitation specialists, physical therapists, orthopedists and chiropractors,” says Dr. DeStefano. “With the exception of 24/7 availability, preparing for Super Bowl is no different than the regular season. As injuries present themselves, we work systematically to provide the athlete with the care needed. In the end, we hope for quick recovery and high-level performance.”

Dr. Miller, who notes that the Patriots have dedicated their season and championship wins to Myra Kraft, the late wife of the team’s owner Robert Kraft, adds, “Most of our players will get adjusted prior to games to adequately prepare their bodies for battle. Several times during the playoffs, incidents occurred that required chiropractic care and, subsequent to sideline treatment, players were able to return to action the following play. We expect to have the same efficiency going into and during the Super Bowl.”

Viewed by both teams as a valuable healthcare component, chiropractic care is commonly used to address neuromusculoskeletal strain injuries, including neck pain, low back pain, strains to the hamstring and quadriceps, and certain whiplash injuries. Additionally, it provides treatment for other extremity problems, such as temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJ), carpal and tarsal tunnel misalignments, and shoulder, elbow, knee and ankle tribulations.

Being involved with the Patriots for over 30 years, Dr. Miller knows first-hand that the players appreciate the service he provides, and he is excited to enter another Super Bowl together, sharing, “As we get

closer, I’m reminded of a mantra from head coach Bill Belichick who says, „Do your job. If done well, it will reap rewards.‟ I wish both teams health through this next game and may the best team WIN!”

To learn more about professional football and chiropractic, visit the Professional Football Chiropractic Society, an organization that encompasses chiropractors from all 32 NFL teams, including Dr. Miller and Dr. DeStefano, which provide the highest quality chiropractic to the elite athletes.

About Foundation for Chiropractic Progress

A not-for-profit organization, the Foundation for Chiropractic Progress aims to inform and educate the general public about the many benefits associated with chiropractic care. To learn more about the Foundation, please visit us on the web at www.f4cp.com or call 866-901-F4CP (3427).

Reposted from http://www.acatoday.org/content_css.cfm?CID=3135

ACA Sports Injury Facts

Participation in sports or exercise is an important step in maintaining your health. Exercise strengthens your heart, bones, and joints and reduces stress, among many other benefits. Unfortunately, injuries during participation in sports are all too common. Often, these injuries occur in someone who is just taking up sports as a form of activity, doesn’t use proper safety equipment, or becomes overzealous about the exercise regimen.

The more commonly injured areas of the body are the ankles, knees, shoulders, elbows, and spine. Remember that you should discuss any exercise program with your doctor of chiropractic before undertaking such activities.

Strains and Sprains Although bones can sometimes be fractured with acute sports injuries, the most commonly injured structures are the muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Tendons attach muscles to bones, and ligaments attach one bone to another.

An acute twisting or overextension of a joint can lead to tears of muscles and tendons, called “strains,” and tears of ligaments result in “sprains.” These tears range from mild to severe. In mild injuries, just a few fibers are torn or stretched. Severe injuries, where there is a tear through the full thickness of the structure, are most often considered unstable injuries and frequently require surgical intervention. The intervertebral disc, a ligament between the vertebrae of the spine that works as a shock absorber, can also be torn, resulting in a disc bulge and/or herniation.

Ankle sprains most often involve tears of one or more of the ligaments along the outside of the ankle. Knee ligaments, including the larger external supportive ligaments and the smaller internal stabilizing ligaments, can also be torn. The cartilage on the back of the patella (knee-cap) can also become eroded from overuse, leading to a condition termed chondromalacia patella.

Tendinosis In those who are training too much, overuse of a particular joint or joints in the body can result in pain and dysfunction. These injuries are called “overuse syndromes.” A common overuse injury is tendinosis, also called tendinitis. In this condition, the tendon becomes inflamed from repetitive use. In the shoulder, the rotator cuff (a complex of muscles that stabilizes and moves the shoulder) becomes inflamed, resulting in rotator cuff tendinitis. Tennis elbow is another form of tendinitis that occurs along the outside of the elbow, most commonly in tennis players. In golfer’s elbow, the tendons on the inside of the elbow are affected.

Stress Fractures Some athletes may experience a stress fracture, also called a fatigue fracture. This type of fracture occurs when an abnormal amount of stress is placed on a normal bone. This might occur in a runner who rapidly increases the amount of mileage while training for a race. Stress fractures also occur in people who begin running as a form of exercise but overdo it from the start, rather than gradually progress to longer distances.

One final common injury is worth mentioning, and that is shin splints. This overuse injury is caused by microfractures on the front surface of the tibia (shin bone). This is most often seen in runners, although other athletes can also be affected.

Diagnosis and Treatment Sports injuries are most often diagnosed from the history of the activity that brought on the pain, along with a physical examination. In some cases, x-rays are necessary to rule out a fracture. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and diagnostic ultrasound are also used in finding soft-tissue injuries, like tendinitis and sprains.

Fractures require the application of some stabilizing device, such as a cast, after the bone is put back into position. Rarely, surgical intervention is required. There is a relatively standard treatment protocol for most of the other overuse types of injuries. This protocol involves the following:

Rest Generally no more than 48 hours of rest and/or immobilization is needed, depending on the severity of the injury. In most cases, the sooner the person becomes active after an injury, the more rapid is the recovery. In fact, long-term immobilization can sometimes be harmful to recovery. Your doctor of chiropractic will guide this process, as too early a return to activity, choosing the wrong type of activity, or excessive activity can be detrimental.

Ice or heat Ice or heat can be helpful with pain reduction and tissue healing.

Compression Compression of the area may reduce the amount of swelling from the injury. Your doctor of chiropractic will determine if this will be beneficial in your case.

Elevation Elevation of the injured arm or leg above the level of the heart is thought to be helpful in reducing swelling.

Pain relievers Recent research has demonstrated that some nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs may actually slow the healing process by restricting the body’s natural healing mechanisms, so they should be used sparingly.

Joint manipulation Recent research has shown us that, in some cases, joint manipulation can be helpful with pain reduction and more rapid recovery. Your doctor of chiropractic will determine if this procedure will be helpful in your case.

A Word about Prevention In many cases, sports injuries can be prevented. Proper conditioning and warm-up and cool-down procedures, as well as appropriate safety equipment, can substantially reduce injuries. Understanding proper techniques can also go a long way toward preventing injuries. Sufficient water intake is also an important preventive measure.

There are several factors that you should consider when you are looking for a Henderson chiropractor. This is not a decision you should take lightly, any medical professional should be someone you feel completely comfortable and confident with.

Location

Look for a chiropractor who practices near either your home or where you work which will make it easier for you to get to appointments. Another factor to consider is whether their operating hours are convenient to your schedule.

Specialties

Many chiropractors specialize in certain techniques like spinal decompression. Depending on your injury or ailment, you might want to find a Henderson chiropractor who has any training in specialized methods that would be helpful for your situation.

Insurance

Check to see if they accept your insurance. You might also need to ask your provider if chiropractic is covered under your policy. Most insurances these days consider chiropractic to be a mainstream therapy but it is always a good idea to check.

Compatibility

Your new Henderson chiropractor should be willing to work with your primary care physician. Additionally, you should feel completely comfortable with any medical professional that you deal with regularly. Look for an office where the staff is friendly and professional.

Recommendations

Ask family, friends and coworkers for recommendations. Also check online review sites like Citysearch and Yelp to see what other patients have to say.

Lower back pain often comes from the habits we pick up over time. Eventually your spine becomes inflexible and before we understand the problem, we are already in pain. A Las Vegas chiropractor will not just treat the symptoms of these habits, they will treat the cause by making you aware of your bad habits.

Chiropractic manipulations and adjustments are some of the hands-on methods that work with our bodies to create balance and reduce the cause of pain instead of masking symptoms with drugs.

Some of the main causes of lower back pain are:

• Bad posture
• Repetitive twisting motion
• Bad sleeping habits
• Excessive sitting. .

Correcting the damage from these bad habits takes time but less than you might think. People spend almost 50 billion dollars on a variety of remedies for lower back pain each year.

Short term lower back pain or “acute” pain is most often caused by trauma type injuries and stress related injuries.

Common Acute Lower Back Symptoms include:
•muscle aches
•shooting or stabbing pain
•limited flexibility
•limited range of motion
•inability to stand straight

Occasionally these type of injuries create “referred” pain, that means that the pain you may be feeling in one area actually stems from an injury in another. Because referred pain can be an indicator of serious injury, it is a good idea to seek treatment from a Las Vegas chiropractor for any pain you might be feeling.

Unlike acute pain which lasts a short time, any pain which lasts beyond 3 months is considered chronic. This type of lower back pain is harder to diagnose and can also be progressive requiring longer term treatment.

It is common to have have headaches after a car accident. There are several types of injuries that can cause them. It is a good idea to learn a little more about these injuries so that you will know when to seek medical treatment so we created this FAQ to help you understand more.

Q.  What injuries can cause headaches after a car accident?

A. The most obvious is head trauma. There are any number of things you can hit your head on during a car accident: side windows, the dashboard, the steering wheel, other passengers and any flying debris. The second leading cause of headaches after a car accident would have to be whiplash. Whiplash occurs when your head rapidly moves either forward then backward or vice versa. This motion causes soft tissue injury in your neck and this can lead to headaches. Other back and neck injuries can also be a problem. They cause tension and tension can cause headaches.

Q. It was just a fender bender and I didn’t get hurt, could the headaches still be coming from the car accident?

A. Yes, some injuries, like whiplash, don’t show up right away it can take days to weeks before you feel the effects. Even slow crashes can cause soft tissue damage. This type of damage leads to the type of muscle tension that can cause headaches.

Q. Can chiropractic help with headaches after a car accident?

A. Yes!!!  A Las Vegas chiropractor is qualified to treat soft tissue injuries in ways that traditional doctors do not. They use methods such as: gentle manipulation, chiropractic massage, spinal decompression, therapeutic exercise and physical therapy. Depending on the cause of the headaches, there are several treatment options that a chiropractic doctor will use either separately or together to reduce pain quickly.

Among the more common auto accident injuries a Las Vegas chiropractor treats are those caused by seat belts. During a collision, while the car comes to a sudden stop, passengers continue to move forward, only stopping when they are restrained by the seat belt or hit something within the car.  Most seat belt injuries result from improperly designed restraints or incorrect seat belt usage.

Studies have even indicated that injuries caused by improperly used seat belts can actually be worse than not wearing one at all. Therefore, it is vital to know how to adjust your seat belt correctly.

1. Adjust the seat belt so that the lap portion goes across your upper thighs, not your abdomen. The force is meant to be absorbed by the pelvic area, not your lower abdomen.

2. Use proper posture so that the shoulder portion of the belt fits properly. Sit up straight, no slouching. You may think it looks cool to lay your seat back and lean over into the passenger side area but looking cool can kill you.

3. Make sure the seat belt is not twisted. The belts are designed to lie flat and distribute force evenly across their whole area. If they are twisted, they will not work effectively.

4. Position your seat as far from the dashboard as you can while still being able to operate the controls comfortably.

A Las Vegas chiropractor treats many patients who are injured in auto accidents every year. Accidents are unavoidable but you can help reduce the possibility of seat belt injury with these helpful tips

With the number of choices out there, how do we pick the best Las Vegas chiropractor? Selecting a chiropractic specialist can potentially be stressful. This is the person you’ll choose to take care of many facets of your wellbeing. They must be someone you trust and are comfortable speaking to regarding any discomfort you may be feeling. Do not overlook the following factors when it comes to choices affecting your wellbeing and wellness.

When choosing a Las Vegas chiropractor, ask yourself:

• Are they located conveniently? – Search for a chiropractic specialist whose practice is close to your home so that you’ll have the ability to visit easily.
• What are the hours they are open? – Many doctors are recognizing that individuals cannot take time off work for many visits and they have expanded office hours to make it more convenient.
• What insurance do they accept? – Your insurance provider can tell you if chiropractic is covered. Also, check with each potential Las Vegas chiropractor to ensure that they accept your insurance.
• Do they have any specialties? – If you suffer from any chronic illness or pain; find out if the chiropractor has mastered any specialty that will better help them deal with these conditions.
• What training do they have? – A Las Vegas chiropractor is required to take extensive training. Make certain they’re accredited and qualified. It may be beneficial to ask specific questions regarding the type and extent of their education. Many states require chiropractors to have more years of education than the allopathic or traditional healthcare professional receives. Once chiropractic care students graduate, they must pass four sets of national board exams in addition to whatever board exams are mandated by the state in which they plan to practice.
• Are they willing to participate with your primary care physician?  - Although physical conditions will react well to chiropractic care, you will find illnesses that require traditional treatment. When these two doctors are prepared to interact with each other, you will receive the best care possible; this is an ideal situation. A Las Vegas chiropractor practices alternative techniques of healthcare which enables them to deal with patients using natural methods.
• What is your comfort level? – Spend a while speaking to the potential healthcare provider to make certain you’ll be confident with them plus they along with you. Office staff ought to be friendly and professional, because you need to feel relaxed whenever you visit.

When choosing a Las Vegas chiropractor, it doesn’t have to be such a dilemma. Just follow these recommendations and research your options, and you can feel comfortable that you have made the best decision.

According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, the most common work injuries are:

Strains and Sprains

Results from the 2003 study indicated that strains and sprains accounted for 43% of the 1.3 million reported work injuries that required an extended recuperation period (more than the day of the injury).

“The three occupations with the overall greatest number of injuries and illnesses were laborers and material movers; heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers; and nursing aides, orderlies, and attendants. Laborers and material movers, and heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers often suffered sprains and strains to the trunk or lower extremities, stemming from overexertion or contacts with objects or equipment. Nursing aides, orderlies, and attendants predominantly suffered sprains and strains to their trunk (typically their back), due to overexertion related to lifting or moving patients. “

More recent statistics indicate that work injury is on the rise, in 2010; OSHA reported figures closer to 3.2 million nonfatal work injury cases in the private sector nationwide.   Furthermore, over half of these injuries were serious enough to require lost days from work, job transfers or restriction of duties.

Cuts, Lacerations and Fractures

Combined with strains and sprains, these injuries made up nearly 2/3 of all work place injuries in 2003, making them the second most common subset of work injuries.

Other injuries include:

• Burns
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Tendonitis
• Chemical Burns
• Amputations
• Multiple Traumatic Injuries

A Las Vegas Henderson chiropractor like Dr. Derek Day from Anthem Chiropractic, can treat many of these injuries naturally and without costly prescription drugs. Strains, sprains, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and tendonitis are among the injuries that respond very well to chiropractic therapies and adjustments. When your body is brought back into balance through chiropractic, your immune system function improves, this helps burns and other traumatic injuries to heal faster and more thoroughly.

Unlike traditional forms of medicine, chiropractic treatments and adjustments are tailored to your specific needs, it is a wholistic form of treatment; meaning that the entire body is taken into account rather than just the parts that are showing symptoms.

Your spine makes up the core of your central nervous system, controlling many functions including feeling and movement. When it is “out of whack”, movement becomes limited and often pain is the result.

A Las Vegas Henderson chiropractor, like Dr. Day undergoes a high level of education with specialised emphasis in many areas. He or she is then subjected to any number of governmental licensing and regulatory boards. It is a myth that chiropractors are quacks or have no education, they are often required to have more education than traditional allopathic doctors.

Any kind of work injury can cause pain and suffering, it only makes sense to choose the very best care you can find to relieve that pain as quickly as possible. Adding chiropractic treatment to your regimen is one of the best ways to increase your good health.

Hello, Dr. Day here. You might be wondering what conditions a Las Vegas Chiropractor treats. Many people think a chiropractor does nothing but “crack your back” and this is just not true. There are any number of conditions that we can improve:

Arthritis

Staying active is one of the keys to living with arthritis; your joints will work better the more you use them. Chiropractic care can help in reducing the chronic pain of arthritis so that you can maintain a long term healthy lifestyle. A Las Vegas chiropractor repairs spine and joint dislocations and subluxations to increase flexibility and mobility. Other helpful therapies include therapeutic massage, gentle exercise and appropriate nutrition; all of these fall within the limits of chiropractic treatments for arthritis.

Immune System Imbalances

Proper spinal alignment causes your immune system to work at optimum levels. This helps you to become less likely to catch colds and flu and helps to reduce the severity of symptoms if you do catch a cold. There is no cure for the common cold, but there is also no reason to suffer more or for longer than you need to. A balanced and healthy immune system goes a long way toward a healthier you.

Headaches

Many people are plagued with chronic headache pain. Neck strain, whiplash, improper sleeping position and bad posture are just a few of the more common causes of headaches. A Las Vegas chiropractor can diagnose and effectively treat the imbalances that lead to most forms of headache. Since chiropractic is a natural therapy, you will not have to take damaging prescription medications to get relief.

Injury

People get hurt every day in a variety of ways; car accidents, motorcycle accidents, sports injuries and work injuries are the most common. Injury to your neck, back or extremities (arms and legs) are all treatable by natural, wholistic, chiropractic methods. In particular, whiplash and similar neck injuries respond very well to gentle manipulation, reducing pain and decreasing healing time.

Make a trip to Anthem Chiropractic to see Dr. Day. No matter what ailment you are suffering from; getting your body back into balance should be a priority.

Auto accidents are an unfortunate fact of life. In point of fact, every year, there are millions of people injured or killed in crashes. Due to the large number of yearly car accidents, we can easily find some common factors among them.

Auto Accident Statistics

1. Somewhere around 40% of fatal car accidents are caused by alcohol. This percentage increases to nearly 75% when the accident occurs between midnight and 3 am.

 2. School buses kill an average of 15 pedestrian school children each year. Statistically, these deaths happen on weekdays between 3pm and 4pm.

 3. Surveys reveal that female drivers cause half as many accidents as male drivers.

 4. Typical car accident types are: head on collisions, rollovers, rear impacts, vehicular suicides, side impacts and more. The most deadly types are rollovers.

 5. Those in the 16-20 age group are likely to become injured or killed in a car crash.

6. The majority of car accidents occur while driving within 5 miles from home. Many people think more accidents happen while on vacation than with every day driving, this is not true.

 7. Car accidents are among the most common causes of injuries that result in death.

 8. Some cars have a higher incidence of accidents; these are sports cars and hatchbacks. Additionally, cars larger engines also have an increased chance of being involved in an accident.

 9. Approximately 300,000 teens are injured in car crashes each year. Each year in the United States, 5000 teenagers are killed which is an average equal to 14 teens every day.

 10. Your chances of being involved in an accident increase by 400% if you drive while using a cellphone.

And one final fact, Dr. Derek Day, Las Vegas Henderson Chiropractor, can help with auto accident injuries.