Rodney Oberdorf, DC

Rodney Oberdorf, DC Affordable short-term care for your neck, back & joint pain. Be seen today, no appointment needed. Insurance accepted.

Seeing patients Monday through Friday 9 AM until 7 PM Dr. Rodney Oberdorf combines experience with state-of-the-art therapy, quality rehabilitation, and proven technology to help you and your family achieve optimal health. As the owner of Breakthrough Medical Plus, Dr. Oberdorf and his experienced staff offer joint therapy and rehabilitation services to treat those who are suffering from pain from auto accidents, personal injuries, or chronic conditions, such as arthritis. Using cutting edge regenerative cell therapy, our staff has finessed an alternative, non-invasive solution to surgery, providing relief and care to those suffering from joint pain, osteoarthritis, or degeneration. Give our office a call today to schedule your appointment and get back on the road to wellness.

How Chiropractors Diagnose Carpal Tunnel SyndromeCarpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is the most common peripheral neuropathy o...
11/25/2025

How Chiropractors Diagnose Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is the most common peripheral neuropathy of the upper extremity. It can arise from many causes (sometimes more than one at the same time) such as anatomical variations, ganglion cysts, occupational mechanical stress, and systemic diseases including obesity, drug toxicity, alcoholism, diabetes, hypothyroid, rheumatoid arthritis (RA), etc. Let’s discuss how a doctor of chiropractic diagnoses CTS.

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is the most common peripheral neuropathy of the upper extremity. It can arise from many causes (sometimes more than one at the same time) such as anatomical variations, ganglion cysts, occupational mechanical stress, and systemic diseases including obesity, drug toxic

Help for Chronic Non-Specific Neck Pain PatientsChronic non-specific neck pain is the most common form of neck pain. Whi...
11/25/2025

Help for Chronic Non-Specific Neck Pain Patients

Chronic non-specific neck pain is the most common form of neck pain. While the inclusion of the word “non-specific” implies the cause of neck pain is unknown, the term really describes neck pain without an underlying disease or pathology—like an infection or osteoporotic fracture. Thus, chronic non-specific neck pain is better understood as neck pain arising from postural or mechanical causes of the neck that has persisted for at least three months.

Chronic non-specific neck pain is the most common form of neck pain. While the inclusion of the word “non-specific” implies the cause of neck pain is unknown, the term really describes neck pain without an underlying disease or pathology—like an infection or osteoporotic fractur

Whiplash-Related DysphagiaThe rapid acceleration/deceleration of the head and neck that occurs during a whiplash event c...
11/24/2025

Whiplash-Related Dysphagia

The rapid acceleration/deceleration of the head and neck that occurs during a whiplash event can injure the various soft tissues of the head and neck, leading to a cluster of symptoms referred to as whiplash associated disorders (WAD). While features of WAD like neck pain and headache are well known, there are other symptoms that are often overlooked, including problems with swallowing or dysphagia.

The rapid acceleration/deceleration of the head and neck that occurs during a whiplash event can injure the various soft tissues of the head and neck, leading to a cluster of symptoms referred to as whiplash associated disorders (WAD). While features of WAD like neck pain and headache are well kn

A Missing Link to Chronic WhiplashWhile there’s an abundance of published work on whiplash associated disorders (WAD), o...
11/24/2025

A Missing Link to Chronic Whiplash

While there’s an abundance of published work on whiplash associated disorders (WAD), one of the most perplexing issues facing investigators is why nearly half of patients experience long-term, chronic issues. However, new research suggests that we may be closer to determining why this is the case and which patients may be at greatest risk so a more comprehensive treatment approach can be provided.

While there’s an abundance of published work on whiplash associated disorders (WAD), one of the most perplexing issues facing investigators is why nearly half of patients experience long-term, chronic issues. However, new research suggests that we may be closer to determining why this is th

Chiropractic and Mental Health Coordination of CareWhile musculoskeletal conditions that affect the body are often thoug...
11/24/2025

Chiropractic and Mental Health Coordination of Care

While musculoskeletal conditions that affect the body are often thought of in terms of pain and disability, it’s not uncommon for psychological factors to be present, which can complicate matters and prolong the patient’s suffering. For example, in a 2019 study that included 252 patients with chronic low back pain, researchers observed that those with psychological factors (mental distress) not only experienced more painful days over the course of the year, but also required more doctor visits.

While musculoskeletal conditions that affect the body are often thought of in terms of pain and disability, it’s not uncommon for psychological factors to be present, which can complicate matters and prolong the patient’s suffering. For example, in a 2019 study that included 252 patie

Management Strategies for Jaw PainTemporomandibular disorders (TMDs) are a common condition characterized by pain and di...
11/24/2025

Management Strategies for Jaw Pain

Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) are a common condition characterized by pain and discomfort while chewing, which is estimated to affect about 10% of adults to some degree. As with many musculoskeletal conditions that come on gradually and don’t require emergency care, treatment guidelines recommend conservative care as an initial treatment approach, of which doctors of chiropractic are well-equipped to provide.

Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) are a common condition characterized by pain and discomfort while chewing, which is estimated to affect about 10% of adults to some degree. As with many musculoskeletal conditions that come on gradually and don’t require emergency care, treatment guideline

The Importance of Physical ActivityPhysical activity, from housework and gardening to a structured exercise routine, is ...
11/24/2025

The Importance of Physical Activity

Physical activity, from housework and gardening to a structured exercise routine, is widely recognized as the most important behavior for both promoting longevity and lowering the risk for cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes, several forms of cancer, and other chronic diseases. In fact, the World Health Organization lists low cardio-respiratory fitness as the number one risk factor for early death, even more than obesity and smoking! So, how much physical activity is needed to give us the best possible chance for a long and healthy life?

Physical activity, from housework and gardening to a structured exercise routine, is widely recognized as the most important behavior for both promoting longevity and lowering the risk for cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes, several forms of cancer, and other chronic diseases. In fact, the

Taking Steps to Manage Chronic Low Back PainStatistically, low back pain is a condition that will affect nearly 90% of p...
11/24/2025

Taking Steps to Manage Chronic Low Back Pain

Statistically, low back pain is a condition that will affect nearly 90% of people, and it’s both a leading cause of disability and the primary reason patients visit a chiropractor. In addition to manual therapies provided in the office (like spinal manipulation), chronic low back pain patients are generally advised to stay or become more active. This not only aids in the recovery process but can also help reduce the risk of back pain recurrence. Can taking daily walks accomplish this or is a more comprehensive exercise routine required?

Statistically, low back pain is a condition that will affect nearly 90% of people, and it’s both a leading cause of disability and the primary reason patients visit a chiropractor. In addition to manual therapies provided in the office (like spinal manipulation), chronic low back pain patie

Dizziness and the Upper Cervical SpineDizziness affects about 15-20% of adults to some extent each year, and it is one o...
11/21/2025

Dizziness and the Upper Cervical Spine

Dizziness affects about 15-20% of adults to some extent each year, and it is one of the most common reasons for emergency room visits. One of the three systems that works to help us maintain balance is the proprioceptive system that is made up of mechano-receptors located in our joint capsules, muscles, and more that communicate with the brain to let it know where each part of the body is in space. This sensory input comes from all over the body and through the upper neck and into the brain.

Dizziness affects about 15-20% of adults to some extent each year, and it is one of the most common reasons for emergency room visits. One of the three systems that works to help us maintain balance is the proprioceptive system that is made up of mechano-receptors located in our joint capsules, m

Exercises to Prevent Sports-Related Back PainAccording to a systematic review that included 201 studies, low back pain m...
11/20/2025

Exercises to Prevent Sports-Related Back Pain

According to a systematic review that included 201 studies, low back pain may affect between 10-67% of athletes at any given moment, with anywhere from 17-94% experiencing sports-related back pain each year. This broad range is due to the age, level of competition, and the specific sports included in each study. For example, the data show the risk for low back pain is higher in gymnastics, diving, weightlifting, golfing, football, and rowing. That said, what can be done to lower the risk for sports-related back pain?

According to a systematic review that included 201 studies, low back pain may affect between 10-67% of athletes at any given moment, with anywhere from 17-94% experiencing sports-related back pain each year. This broad range is due to the age, level of competition, and the specific sports include

Chiropractic Therapy for Hip Pain and FunctionEach year, surgeons perform hundreds of thousands of total hip arthroplast...
11/20/2025

Chiropractic Therapy for Hip Pain and Function

Each year, surgeons perform hundreds of thousands of total hip arthroplasties (hip replacements), and the most common reason is osteoarthritis of the hip. This condition isn’t caused by an underlying disease, rather it’s due to wear and tear of the hip joint from everyday activities over time. Not only can osteoarthritis of the hip be painful, but it can reduce the range of motion of the joint, making it difficult to move around. Most patients seek to avoid or delay surgery as much as possible, which drives many to seek chiropractic care. The question is: what can a doctor of chiropractic do to manage osteoarthritis of the hip?

Each year, surgeons perform hundreds of thousands of total hip arthroplasties (hip replacements), and the most common reason is osteoarthritis of the hip. This condition isn’t caused by an underlying disease, rather it’s

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Dr. Rodney Oberdorf combines experience with state-of-the-art therapy, quality rehabilitation, and proven technology to help you and your family achieve optimal health. As the owner of Breakthrough Medical Plus, Dr. Oberdorf and his experienced staff offer joint therapy and rehabilitation services to treat those who are suffering from pain from auto accidents, personal injuries, or chronic conditions, such as arthritis. Using cutting edge stem cell therapy, our staff has finessed an alternative, non-invasive solution to surgery, providing relief and care to those suffering from joint pain, osteoarthritis, or degeneration. Give our office a call today to schedule your appointment and get back on the road to wellness.