Extremity Adjusting in Palmyra
Chiropractic care isn’t just for the spine—it can benefit the entire body, including your arms, legs, hands, and feet. At Fluvanna Family Chiropractic, Dr. Caratozzolo has a special certification in extremity adjusting, a technique focused on aligning and improving joint function outside of the spine.
What is Extremity Adjusting?
Extremity adjusting is a chiropractic technique that targets the joints of the arms, legs, hands, and feet. These joints are just as susceptible to misalignment and wear-and-tear as the spine, especially due to injuries, repetitive motions, or degenerative conditions. By restoring proper alignment and function to these areas, extremity adjusting helps reduce pain, improve range of motion, and promote healing throughout the body.
Benefits of Extremity Adjusting
- Pain Relief in Joints: Misalignments or restrictions in joints like the shoulders, elbows, knees, or ankles can cause pain, stiffness, and limited mobility. Extremity adjustments can relieve this pain and restore proper function.
- Improved Mobility and Flexibility: When joints are properly aligned, it’s easier to move freely. Extremity adjustments can improve flexibility, making activities like walking, reaching, or bending more comfortable.
- Enhanced Athletic Performance: Athletes often experience joint stress in their extremities due to intense physical activity. Regular extremity adjustments can help prevent injury, improve performance, and speed up recovery by keeping the body balanced and functioning optimally.
- Rehabilitation from Injuries: Whether from a sports injury, a fall, or repetitive strain, extremity adjusting can be an essential part of rehabilitation. It helps to restore proper movement patterns and supports the healing process by reducing inflammation and enhancing joint mobility.
- Better Overall Functionality: Extremity adjusting not only targets the joints but also helps balance muscle function and improve posture. By addressing these factors, patients experience better overall body mechanics and reduced risk of future injuries.
Common Conditions Treated with Extremity Adjusting
- Shoulder Pain: Rotator cuff injuries, frozen shoulder, and other shoulder issues can benefit from targeted adjustments.
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Adjustments to the wrist and forearm can alleviate pressure on the median nerve, reducing the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome.
- Tennis Elbow and Golfer’s Elbow: These conditions involve strain and inflammation in the elbow, which can be relieved through proper alignment of the elbow joint.
- Hip and Knee Pain: Whether caused by arthritis, overuse, or injury, extremity adjustments can help relieve hip and knee pain by restoring joint alignment.
- Ankle and Foot Issues: Plantar fasciitis, sprains, and misalignment of the feet can all benefit from chiropractic care to improve mobility and reduce discomfort.
Our Approach at Fluvanna Family Chiropractic
At Fluvanna Family Chiropractic, we take a comprehensive approach to extremity adjusting. We begin with a thorough examination to assess your joint function, mobility, and overall body alignment. Dr. Caratozzolo uses precise, gentle techniques to adjust the extremities, ensuring that the treatment is safe and effective. He also provides guidance on exercises and stretches that complement your adjustments, helping you maintain proper alignment and prevent future issues.
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