Chiropractic Wellness Clinic

23/05/2023

Myofascial Pain Syndrome / Muscle Trigger Points "knots".

Myofascial pain syndrome is a common condition affecting the muscles and associated soft tissues. Pain radiates from one or more trigger points stimulated by pressure, stress, repetitive motions, work or overuse.

Sensitive areas of tight muscle fibers can form in your muscles after injuries or overuse. These sensitive areas are called trigger points. A trigger point in a muscle can cause strain and pain throughout the muscle. When this pain persists and worsens, it is characterized as Myofascial Pain Syndrome.

Common areas where these trigger points are found are the shoulders, neck and shoulder blade region. Pain can be dully achy to burning in sensation. Pain can fluctuate in intensity and duration.

Chiropractors diagnose and treat trigger points and Myofascial Pain Syndrome.

Treatment may include a combination of:
•Joint manipulation
•Soft tissue release therapies / sports massage
• Interferential Current Therapy
• Dry Needling
• Myofascial Dry Cupping / Active cupping
• Ultrasound Therapy
• Heat / Infrared Therapy
• Stretching regiment

Contact us at ItChiropractic Raslouw for more information and appointments.

📞 Call / whatsapp: 068 193 7863

📩 Email: info@itchiropractic.co.za

🌐 www.itchiropractic.co.za

23/05/2023

Contact us at ItChiropractic Raslouw for more information and appointments.

📞 Call / whatsapp: 068 193 7863

📩 Email: info@itchiropractic.co.za

🌐 www.itchiropractic.co.za

Neck pain is quite common and most of us will battle with this at some stage in our lives. Take a look at the 7 most common types of neck pain and get in touch with your CASA-registered chiropractor if you’re struggling with any of these symptoms: https://membership.chiropractic.co.za/Public/Index #/findAChiropractor

25/04/2023

Contact us at ItChiropractic Raslouw for more information and bookings |

📞 Call / whatsapp: 068 193 7863 |

📩 Email: info@itchiropractic.co.za |

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Take a look at the top five people who may need to see a CASA-registered chiropractor today:

1. The elderly
2. Headache sufferers
3. Pregnant ladies
4. Children that are very athletic
5. ANYONE and EVERYONE

Chiropractic care is for everyone! Find your local CASA registered
chiropractor here:
https://membership.chiropractic.co.za/Public/Index #/findAChiropractor

31/01/2023

Sciatica is described as nerve pain from an injury, inflammation or irritation to the sciatic nerve, which originates in the buttock/gluteal area.

Sciatica is not a condition, but rather a symptom of another problem involving the sciatic nerve. True injury to the sciatic nerve “sciatica” is actually rare, but the term “sciatica” is commonly used to describe any pain that originates in the lower back and radiates down the leg.

People who have “sciatica," experience mild to severe pain anywhere along the path of the sciatic nerve – that is, anywhere from the lower back, through the hips, buttocks and/or down your legs. It can also cause muscle weakness in the leg and foot, numbness in the leg, and/ or pins and needles. The pain may be sharp and shooting or burning and cramping in nature. The pain may be constant or intermittent and is usually more severe in the leg compared to the lower back.

Major causes of sciatica?
Lumbar disc herniation
Lumbar spinal stenosis
Spondylolisthesis
Injury
Degenerative disc disease / Arthritis
Pirofomis syndrome

Do chiropractor's treat sciatica?
Yes, chiropractor's are qualified to diagnose and treat sciatica.

For more information contact:

📞 whatsapp/call: 068 193 7863
🌐 www.itchiropractic.co.za

📍218 Baard Rd, Raslouw, Centurion.

22/11/2022

Plantar Fasciitis. A painful heal/foot pain that occurs when the plantar facsia, a strong band of tissue that supports the arch of the foot, becomes inflamed. This condition can be treated by Chiropractic. Contact us to find out more.

Heel pain getting you down?
Pain in the arch of your foot?
Pain in your heel as you take your first step of the day?

You may be battling with plantar fasciitis. Contact your CASA-registered chiropractor today for more insight into this condition: https://membership.chiropractic.co.za/Public/Index #/findAChiropractor



*Source: Foundation for Chiropratc Progress

06/10/2022

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06/10/2022

A few common conditions we may assist with.

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Located: 218 Baard Rd, Raslouw, Centurion (The Health Pod medical centre)

13/09/2022

Dry Needling (DN)/ intramuscular stimulation is a therapy whereby a trained practitioner places thin filiform needles into the skin, targeting trigger points in the muscle (please see our previous post "trapezius myalgia, where we briefly discuss trigger points).

Trigger points, otherwise knows as muscle "knots", are raised inflamed nodules along taut spasmic bands of muscles. Trigger points generally cause pain in a muscle or referred pain which may be felt in other areas of the body, this is generally due to constriction of small nerves and/or blood vessels traversing the area.

Trigger points can develop in any skeletal muscle throughout the body, common areas are: the shoulder, arm, forearm, lower back and buttock, thigh and the calf muscles.
The needle/s are generally left in the muscle for around 5 to 7 min (condition dependent), occasionally the practitioner may move or twist the needles in order to stimulate the trigger point. One may feel the muscle twitch and a mildly uncomfortable sensation (depending on ones pain threshold).

Although similar needles are used, dry needling is NOT to be confused with acupuncture. Each practice is rooted in different literature and science. Dry needling is focused on neuromuscular dysfunction with intent to relieve pain and stiffness caused by muscular trigger points, whereas acupuncture treatment is based on normalising the flow of Qi and focuses on energy meridians / pathways throughout the body.

Who may benefit from dry needling?

Anyone suffering from tight muscles, muscular pain, trigger points and headaches caused by trigger points. Athletes with muscular imbalances and/ or pain as a result of trigger points. Tendinitis, rotator cuff injuries, strains / sprains, sciatica, plantar fasciitis, knee pain and more.

What will I feel after my session?

Depending on the patients pain threshold one MAY experience mild to moderate discomfort or post treatment tenderness for 1 to 3 days after dry needling. This is a normal response to the procedure. One is still able to go to work and continue normal daily activities. Once the tenderness has resolved the muscle will feel relaxed and pain in the area should diminish / resolve.

A registered Chiropractor will be able to assess one's condition, determine if dry needling is a suitable treatment approach and if one is a candidate for the therapy.

Contact us at ItChiropractic Raslouw for more information and bookings |

📞 Call / whatsapp: 068 193 7863 |

📩 Email: info@itchiropractic.co.za |

🌐 www.itchiropractic.co.za

26/08/2022

We would like to wish our patients and everyone participating in this year's Comrades good wishes and good luck.

Have courage! persist, endure and we'll be cheering you on from the sidelines 🏃‍♂️🏅🏃‍♀️

06/08/2022

Trapezius myalgia (TM) is a condition characterized by pain, stiffness, and tightness of the upper trapezius muscle, generally as a result of trigger points (TP) located in the trapezius muscle.

It is further characterised by acute or chronic neck-shoulder pain.

Trigger points are raised inflamed nodules along a band of muscle. They’re one of the most common long-term muscle disorders and can affect anyone. Trigger points can develop in any muscle but commonly occur in the trapezius muscle.

One may be able to feel the raised trigger point in the affected muscle. They may feel like a knot in your upper back, shoulder, or neck. The trigger points may feel especially painful when touched, and the pain may radiate beyond the immediate area.
There are two types of trigger points: active and latent. Active trigger points hurt when you move. Latent trigger points only hurt when pressure is applied along the raised part of the muscle.

Active trapezius trigger points may cause:
Pain - burning, aching and nagging in sensation. This pain may be localised to the area of the 'knot' as well as refer to other areas of the back, neck or arm.
Headaches- Trapezius trigger points often can be the cause of persistent headaches located over the temples, ear and base of one's head.
Jaw pain
Stiffness of the shoulder and/or neck
A feeling of 'heaviness' of the head
Fatigue
Anxiety
Poor sleep
Paresthesias

What causes these trigger points to develop?

Repetitive movements
Sedentary jobs (computer work)
Poor posture
Certain sports
Stress
Carrying heavy items
Whiplash
Motor vehicle accidents
Heavy back packs
Poor sleep habits

Treatment modalities utilised to treat trapezius trigger points?

- Dry needling
- Cross friction
- Dry cupping
- EMS (electrical muscle stimulation)
- Ultrasound therapy
- Ischaemic compression
- Deep tissue release and massage
(The above treatments should ONLY be performed by a licensed medical professional)
- Stretching and strengthening

06/07/2022

🌱Interferential current therapy (IFC) is the most common type of electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) used to treat chronic and acute pain.

🌱This non-invasive therapy has minimal side effects. By utilizing higher frequencies than other forms of EMS, IFC goes past the surface of the skin. It penetrates deep into the body to target the source of pain, without causing discomfort.

🌱Interferential current therapy works by sending small amounts of electrical stimulation to nerve endings and damaged tissues (muscles, ligaments, tendons, fascia) in the body. This type of stimulation releases endorphins to promote recovery while increasing blood circulation to the area to support the body’s natural healing process.

🌱IFC helps decrease swelling and inflammation and reduce or eliminate pain. It can also increase joint mobility and range of motion.
IFC is used to treat numerous muscular, soft tissue and nerve conditions or injuries, such as:

- Headaches
- Injuries/ sport injuries
- Back pain
-Neuralgia / Sciatica
- Circulatory disorders
- Post op
- Arthritis
- Muscular spasm
- Ligament sprains
- Myofascial pain syndrome
- Fibromyalgia

❔What will you feel ❔

A tingling/buzzing sensation likened to mild "pins and needles". The sensation is overall comfortable.

✨ We incorporate IFC Therapy into our sessions for our patients whom require it ✨

05/07/2022

"Joint manipulation is a manual procedure involving directed thrust to move a joint past the physiological range of motion, without exceeding the anatomical limit."

Source: WHO guidelines on basic training and safety in chiropractic.