Hello everybody, this is Dr. Day, and as a Las Vegas chiropractor I want to put you on alert about the risk of sports injuries arising from the change of seasons.

As the seasons change and the weather changes with them, lots of people who are normally active in sports of one kind or another almost hibernate as winter advances.  The hikers, bike and jogging enthusiasts turn their back on the great outdoors and settle down to wait out the winter before resuming their active life. 

That is precisely when problems arise. It is not a good plan to cease regular physical activity and then start up again after a long interval as if you have never been away.

Finally released from captivity of winter, amateur and leisure athletes leap onto the track, tennis courts and cycle trails as if they are on the peak performance, but of course they are not.  Knee injuries, back sprains, Achilles heel, foot sprain and shin splints can quickly follow – and all caused by a rush to resume physical activity without adequate preparation.

A return to sporting activity needs to be planned carefully and undertaken with some caution. So here are two great tips on how to take up your activities again without injury:

1. Keep up an exercise program during the winter.  Even if you are not out on your bike, or jogging in the open air, that doesn’t mean you needn’t exercise at all.  Keep up a sensible exercise program at home aimed at maintaining strength, stamina and flexibility and you will be in far better shape to resume your outdoor activity next season.
2. Take things slowly the first time you are out on the track, the court, the course or the trail. If you take things too fast you are more likely to suffer a sports injury which, at the very least, it will slow you down further.

This sounds like such obvious advice that it shouldn’t need repeating. The truth is however that we are all inclined to brush away our concerns in the exhilaration of the moment: 

• Not wanting to be embarrassed in front of our friends we ignore the warning twinge in our calf muscle and keep right on running   
• Mesmerized by the view in prospect ahead of us we keep on cycling even though our legs are tiring fast.
• Caught up in the excitement of the match we don’t want to let our partner down so we keep swinging the tennis racquet despite the increasing protests from our shoulder muscles.

If you do suffer a sports injury then of course we recommend you see a Las Vegas Chiropractor as soon as possible, but far better that you follow the above advice and avoid an injury in the first place.

So make a mental note now not to fall into that trap yourself.  Keep yourself fit during the off-season and take things slowly when you resume your sports activity.

To discover more about sports injury, and to consult a Las Vegas chiropractor, call us at (702)-614-6777.  We will be glad to help.

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Hi, everyone, Dr Day here and as a Las Vegas chiropractor I want to have a brief word with you about ankle sprain.

An ankle sprain is among the most regularly occurring sports-related injuries and is very wide-spread among people who take part in sports which require a high degree of running and jumping like, for example, in football, soccer, basketball and volleyball.

What I want to draw to your attention is that patients often come to our consulting rooms with foot and ankle pain which originates in a injury that took place some time ago, and which really should have received professional treatment at the time it occurred. 

When it comes to a sprained ankle the best advice is to get a professional chiropractic examination and, if appropriate, chiropractic treatment, as soon as possible.  To skip this step runs the risk of overlooking a problem which may come back to haunt you in months or even years to come. If an underlying dysfunction, for example, is not corrected, it can alter your posture and movement and eventually lead to changes in your foot.

Ankle sprain usually involves the ligaments on the outside of the ankle and typically the ankle swells.  Ankle sprains are categorized into one of three grades, and treatment will vary to suit the grade of injury.

A Grade 1 sprain is where ligaments are stretched minimally, there is minimal pain with no swelling, and there is little loss of function or none at all.

A Grade 2 sprain is where there is moderate tearing of the ligaments with a moderate degree of pain and moderate swelling and bruising around the ankle joint.

A Grade 3 sprain involves severe damage to the ligaments, with severe and extensive swelling, pain and some bleeding within the tissues.  There is a total loss of function for a substantial period.

Treatment is usually considered complete only when the injured person can return to play his or her sport, when they can demonstrate a full range of mobility in the ankle concerned; when the injured ankle has a strength equal to the other ankle; when they are able to execute all the movements required in their sport without pain; and finally when they are psychologically fit to fully engage in the sport.

To find out more about ankle sprain and consult a Las Vegas chiropractor, why not call us at (702)-614-6777

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The spine incorporates a wonderfully complex and vital system of communication, carrying a constant stream of signals between every part of your body.  A back injury is not only painful but can also cause great disruption in your everyday life, and so it is worth paying some attention to your back so as to avoid injury in the first place. Here are some simple tips to help you do just that.

1.  Be Careful When You Lift And Handle Objects

Lifting or carrying things incorrectly is a major cause of back injury, particularly at work.  It is well worth following a few helpful rules to avoid back problems including sciatica.

When lifting objects:

• position yourself carefully before you start. Your feet should be apart and roughly in line with your shoulders. One leg should be very slightly forward in order to maintain your balance.
• let your legs take the strain not your back
• keep the object as close to your body, and as close to your waist as possible
• once you are holding the load safely don’t look down – look ahead and keep your head up
• do not turn your body by twisting your back; it is safer to move your body by moving your feet.

When moving heavy objects:

• push rather than pull to move heavy objects across the floor

when carrying heavy objects like luggage

• try to distribute the weight evenly between both sides of your body
• if possible try to carry weight in a rucksack rather than in a bag slung over one shoulder

2.  Watch Your Posture

Your posture is very important in protecting the health of your back.  One of the simplest, yet important steps you can take is to be aware of how you stand and how you sit. Try to maintain a good posture, and as our mothers used to tell us: don’t slouch!

When you’re standing or walking don’t allow your shoulders to be hunched; stand and walk with your back as straight and erect as possible.

When you are sitting avoid slumping in the chair, or crouching over your desk, table or computer.  Always use a chair with a backrest, and try to keep your feet flat on the floor or on a footrest.

3.  Exercise

Take regular exercise and when you do so be sure to exercise your back as part of your routine. Running, walking, cycling and swimming are all beneficial to the care of your back muscles.

When you are in a sedentary job, or even if you just happen to be sitting for a long period you can take some useful exercise just by getting up and walking around from time to time.

4.  Manage Your Weight

Excess weight can put an unnecessary strain on your back.  For this and many other reasons it is a good idea to keep your weight within a healthy ratio to your height.

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The spine incorporates a wonderfully complex and vital system of communication, carrying a constant stream of signals between every part of your body.  A back injury is not only painful but can also cause great disruption in your everyday life, and so it is worth paying some attention to your back so as to avoid injury in the first place. Here are some simple tips to help you do just that.

1.  Be Careful When You Lift And Handle Objects

Lifting or carrying things incorrectly is a major cause of back injury, particularly at work.  It is well worth following a few helpful rules to avoid back problems including sciatica.

When lifting objects:

• position yourself carefully before you start. Your feet should be apart and roughly in line with your shoulders. One leg should be very slightly forward in order to maintain your balance.
• let your legs take the strain not your back
• keep the object as close to your body, and as close to your waist as possible
• once you are holding the load safely don’t look down – look ahead and keep your head up
• do not turn your body by twisting your back; it is safer to move your body by moving your feet.

When moving heavy objects:

• push rather than pull to move heavy objects across the floor

when carrying heavy objects like luggage

• try to distribute the weight evenly between both sides of your body
• if possible try to carry weight in a rucksack rather than in a bag slung over one shoulder

2.  Watch Your Posture

Your posture is very important in protecting the health of your back.  One of the simplest, yet important steps you can take is to be aware of how you stand and how you sit. Try to maintain a good posture, and as our mothers used to tell us: don’t slouch!

When you’re standing or walking don’t allow your shoulders to be hunched; stand and walk with your back as straight and erect as possible.

When you are sitting avoid slumping in the chair, or crouching over your desk, table or computer.  Always use a chair with a backrest, and try to keep your feet flat on the floor or on a footrest.

3.  Exercise

Take regular exercise and when you do so be sure to exercise your back as part of your routine. Running, walking, cycling and swimming are all beneficial to the care of your back muscles.

When you are in a sedentary job, or even if you just happen to be sitting for a long period you can take some useful exercise just by getting up and walking around from time to time.

4.  Manage Your Weight

Excess weight can put an unnecessary strain on your back.  For this and many other reasons it is a good idea to keep your weight within a healthy ratio to your height.

Call Anthem Chiropractic at 702-614-6777

Chiropractors are dedicated to offering the highest quality care available. We provide a relaxing and caring environment where the patient’s needs are always our number-one priority. We care for patients suffering from automobile accidents or other injuries, as well as patients seeking wellness and optimal health. Your body has a powerful self-healing ability. Your body’s structure (mainly the spine) and its function are related. The goal of chiropractic therapy is to normalize this relationship.

More and more hospitals and private practices are now working closely with doctors of chiropractic in order to ensure the best quality of care for patients who suffer from spine-related injuries and dysfunction. The benefits of chiropractic care certainly extend beyond reduction of back and neck pain. In fact, chiropractic has proven itself as useful in the reduction of: carpal tunnel syndrome, jaw pain, sciatica, and tingling in the arms and legs. The rewards of chiropractic care are numerous. People under chiropractic care report better health and many families have realized the benefits of chiropractic care for their children and pets as well. Animal chiropractic is a fast growing specialty.

All chiropractic care begins with an initial examination, after which, we may recommend x-rays or other tests to determine the seriousness of your condition. In addition to be adjusted, you may be given exercises to do, diet suggestions and ways to improve your posture. Depending on the diagnosis, your age and physical condition, frequent visits over a relatively short period of time may be required

Patients seeking treatment at Anthem Chiropractic are assured of receiving only the finest quality care using modern chiropractic equipment and technology. If you are new to our website, please feel free to discover and learn about chiropractic. If you are interested in starting your journey toward wellness please subscribe to our newsletter and explore our website for wellness articles, resources, and health facts—specifically targeted by Anthem Chiropractic to your chiropractic needs and interests.

We provide treatment for many varied conditions such as, neck and low back pain, sciatica, shoulder and knee pain, headaches, fibromyalgia, carpal tunnel, tennis elbow, whiplash, auto accidents, sport injuries, and much more.

Call Anthem Chiropractic at 702-614-6777

Chiropractors are dedicated to offering the highest quality care available. We provide a relaxing and caring environment where the patient’s needs are always our number-one priority. We care for patients suffering from automobile accidents or other injuries, as well as patients seeking wellness and optimal health. Your body has a powerful self-healing ability. Your body’s structure (mainly the spine) and its function are related. The goal of chiropractic therapy is to normalize this relationship.

More and more hospitals and private practices are now working closely with doctors of chiropractic in order to ensure the best quality of care for patients who suffer from spine-related injuries and dysfunction. The benefits of chiropractic care certainly extend beyond reduction of back and neck pain. In fact, chiropractic has proven itself as useful in the reduction of: carpal tunnel syndrome, jaw pain, sciatica, and tingling in the arms and legs. The rewards of chiropractic care are numerous. People under chiropractic care report better health and many families have realized the benefits of chiropractic care for their children and pets as well. Animal chiropractic is a fast growing specialty.

All chiropractic care begins with an initial examination, after which, we may recommend x-rays or other tests to determine the seriousness of your condition. In addition to be adjusted, you may be given exercises to do, diet suggestions and ways to improve your posture. Depending on the diagnosis, your age and physical condition, frequent visits over a relatively short period of time may be required

Patients seeking treatment at Anthem Chiropractic are assured of receiving only the finest quality care using modern chiropractic equipment and technology. If you are new to our website, please feel free to discover and learn about chiropractic. If you are interested in starting your journey toward wellness please subscribe to our newsletter and explore our website for wellness articles, resources, and health facts—specifically targeted by Anthem Chiropractic to your chiropractic needs and interests.

We provide treatment for many varied conditions such as, neck and low back pain, sciatica, shoulder and knee pain, headaches, fibromyalgia, carpal tunnel, tennis elbow, whiplash, auto accidents, sport injuries, and much more.

Call Anthem Chiropractic at 702-614-6777

At the heart of it, the basic intent of therapeutic massage is to manipulate the soft tissues purposefully to help heal any damaged, sore, bruised or otherwise impaired part of the body. There are, however, a number of specialized techniques and types of massage. There is Sports Massage, Myofascial Massage, Neuromuscular Massage, Swedish Massage, Acupressure, Thai Massage, Watsu and Hydrotherapeutic Massage,

It involves stroking, rubbing, kneading, tapping, rolling, jostling pressing and slapping the muscles and connective tissues. Most commonly, fingers and hands put into play these motions. Yet, in certain types of massage, the digits and palms, joined by elbows, knees, feet and other body parts, exert this pressure. In massage, particularly massage therapy, various parts of the body of the practitioner work to ensure the comfort, relaxation and improved health of the client or patient.

For massage therapy in Henderson and Las Vegas, call Anthem Chiropractic at 702-614-6777

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Hi Everyone, Dr Day here, I am a Las Vegas Chiropractorand I just got done reviewing an article that could help a lot of my patients understand the Neck Pain that they are having. Please leave any comments below. Thank You

While Neck Pain (in the cervical spine) is less common than lower Back Pain (in the lumbar spine), millions of people experience neck pain and/or related arm pain at some point in their life.
The vast majority of episodes of Neck Pain will get better with time and can be addressed with non-surgical treatments. However, there are a few symptoms that are possible indications of a serious medical condition and patients with these symptoms should seek medical attention immediately.
Progressive neurological deficit (weakness in the arms or loss of feeling and coordination in the arms or legs) could indicate nerve damage.If sustained or increasing pain is accompanied by lack of appetite, unplanned weight loss, nausea and vomiting, or fever/chills/shakes, there could be a spinal tumor or infection.
While many episodes of neck pain have no identifiable anatomical cause, certain types of Neck Pain and arm pain can be linked to a general cause (such as muscle strain) or a diagnosable condition (such as cervical herniated disc or cervical stenosis).This article provides a brief introduction to the most common conditions that cause Neck Pain and/or arm pain, including the primary symptoms.

Acute Neck Pain
Most episodes of acute Neck Pain are due to a muscle strain or other soft tissue sprain (ligaments, tendons). This type of injury can be caused by a sudden force (such as Whiplash resulting from a car accident), or from straining the neck (such as a stiff neck from sleeping in the wrong position, or a strain from carrying a heavy suitcase).Most minor injuries to the ligaments, tendons and muscles in the neck usually heal with time (a couple of days or weeks) because these soft tissues have a good blood supply to bring the necessary nutrients and proteins for healing to take place. Conservative care, such as ice and/or heat, medications, physical therapy, and/or chiropractic or osteopathic manipulations can help alleviate the painful condition while it is healing.For patients with Neck Pain that lasts longer than two weeks to three months, or with predominantly arm pain, numbness or tingling, there is often a specific anatomic abnormality causing the symptoms.

Please call the office to schedule your Free consultation.

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I am a doctor of Chiropractic who has been doing non-surgical Spinal Decompression for a long time and have had outstanding results. My suggestion for patients looking to do this is to look for a doctor, specifically a Chiropractor who already a deals with spinal related injuries and who does this primarily. Also, the treatment should adhere to the research that has been done specifically on Spinal Decompression, not what the inexperienced doctor “thinks”. The research done by C. Norman Sheally, MD, PhD was performed on many patients and over a broad range of treatment plans-some at 5 treatments and some up to 50 treatments. The bottom line is that it takes at least 20 treatments for a disc that is injured to heal.

I have had some patients see results after 1 LCD Therapy treatment and others who didn’t see a lot of results until all the treatments where over, but in every case they finished the required visits needed for success. Also, you have to do core strengthening to strengthen the muscles holding up the spine. Besides the spine, the only thing holding the torso and lower body together is muscles! They must be strengthened to take the pressure off the spine. Another thing to realize is that healing not only takes place during the LCD Therapy treatment, it also continues long after the decompression has successfully reversed the pressure inside the disc. I have had several patients who had their symptoms fluctuate up and down only to have them completely disappear a month after the treatment was over. Be smart and the old saying is true, “you get what you pay for!” Please feel free to leave your comments below.

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Dr Day here and I came across this article that I wanted to share with everyone. Please leave comments below.

The term sciatica is oftentimes used incorrectly to explain leg pain, low Back Pain
and other sciatica symptoms. It’s a condition so widespread that many people think they can self-treat it or just follow another person’s advice for how to relieve the pain. However, as this article will explain, there are many myths and misconceptions about sciatica, and patients are well-served to fully understand what can cause sciatica, warning signs that it may be a dangerous condition, and the full range of treatment options, including sciatica exercises.
In This Article:
The Truth About Sciatica
The Truth About Sciatica: Genetics, Low Back Problems, Piriformis, Arthritis, and More
Myths About Sciatica Treatment Options
Sciatica (often misspelled as ciatica or siatica) is a relatively common form of leg pain that is often misunderstood by patients. There are frequent misconceptions about what the term sciatica means, why sciatica occurs and how to find relief from the low Back Pain
and leg pain. Contrary to what many patients believe, sciatica is actually a set of symptoms rather than a diagnosis for what is causing the pain. Especially for more severe cases, the cause of the low Back Pain
and leg pain needs to be correctly addressed in order to relieve discomfort.

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