R Tyler Johnson Chiropractic

at Peak Recovery-San Clemente

83 Via Pico Plaza
San Clemente, CA 97672
Appointments: (949) 436-6440

Sports and Chiropractic

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People often ask, “what can Chiropractic offer when it comes to sports injuries?”  It is a common misconception that all chiropractors do is “pop bones” and “fix back pain”. But chiropractic is so much more.

Doctors of Chiropractic spend more time in school focused on the Neuro-Musculo-Skeletal aspect of the body (the part that integrates the connection between the muscles, joints, and nerves) than any other health profession. This makes them highly qualified to help prevent, diagnose, and care for many of the injuries that occur during athletic competition.  Nowadays it is not uncommon to find a chiropractor on the sidelines of a major sporting event, or working behind the scenes at all levels of competition. But the benefits of chiropractic care do not end when ones athletic career is finished.

For most of us a career in professional athletics is not a reality. That however does not keep us from participating in the sports that we love. In many cases these are the people who benefit the most from chiropractic care as they do not have the kind of around the clock care and attention given to a professional athlete. The valiant “Weekend Warrior” who goes out every day or week can cause tremendous damage to the body as they continue to ignore the bodies subtle and not so subtle warning signs “playing through the pain” and may end up in much worse shape than if they had rectified the problem before engaging in activity.

The Doctors at San Clemente’s Chiropractic Center are happy to assist you in reaching your full athletic potential, whether you be an amateur,professional, or just a faithful weekend warrior. You can feel comfortable seeking their care and advice on a wide array of questions like:

-Proper pre-participation warm-up and stretching

-Proper conditioning and physical preparation

-How to avoid injury or re-injury during participation

-Choosing proper equipment for your chosen sport (including the right shoes and apparel)

-Specific problems that should be addressed before return to play and up-to-date return to play guidelines for competition athletes

-Proper nutrition and supplementation specific to your chosen activity

-Tips to help speed recovery following  participation

-Proper pre-participation and post-season screenings to insure safe participation as well as off season rehabilitation and training (Did you know? Doctors of Chiropractic are qualified to perform your Preseason Physical Exam for athletic participation.)

-And any other questions you may have with regards to staying active and healthy

Success Stories – The Schramm Family

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The entire Schramm Family, Melissa and her husband, Ed, and her children – Edward, Miranda and Brandi – have all received chiropractic care from Dr. Johnson.  “I have a son who plays hockey, two in kung fu, and an active baby, so it’s very important to have someone treating our family who is good with kids.”  Our medical doctor keeps telling me ‘I don’t know what your chiropractor is doing, but keep doing it.’”

Melissa was introduced to chiropractic services at a very young age due to a knee injury playing soccer in 7th grade.  “At that time” she says “my Grandmother took me to a chiropractor to avoid a serious surgery.”  Melissa found Dr. Johnson through her kids’ teacher.  Her husband’s back hurt to the degree that he couldn’t even go to work.  Their current chiropractor couldn’t manage his physical size easily.   “Dr. Johnson’s sports background and working with large athletes made a big difference to my husband’s comfort and successful treatments.”

Melissa herself has been in several car accidents and had final given up the idea of living free of pain around her neck and shoulders.  “I couldn’t raise my hands above my head.  I couldn’t even brush my hair without pinching a nerve.”  When she felt the beginning of pain, she would limit herself to avoid it.  She gave up sports because of the risk of injury.  The risk of pain wasn’t worth it.

After working with Dr. Johnson, Melissa reports that she doesn’t even think about pain any more.  “I’ve gotten back to where I feel human again after living with intermittent pain for over 16 years.  Even going to other chiropractors never got me the relief I feel now.”

“I highly recommend Dr. Johnson because he’s open and he listens.  He is thorough and checks beyond the immediate problem for solutions.”  Dr. Johnson can adjust anything, not just my back.  One of the messages I send to friends and family is that you don’t have to get hurt to get checked out.  Getting checked out ahead of time avoids misaligning the spine even more.”

The Meaning of Pain

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The Chiropractic Center is pleased to provide education and information from a variety of trusted, professional resources.  Our goal is to increase the knowledge and comfort of our patients across a wide spectrum of interests affecting their health and well being.

If you have specific questions or concerns you’d like to discuss personally with us, please click here .  It would be our pleasure to ensure your complete understanding of the science of chiropractic treatments or other subjects covered in the article below.

What is the purpose of pain?

Pain causes you to pay attention to something that’s not working right. It’s a warning that a limit of some type has been reached that the body is not equipped to handle or cannot adapt further. It’s a not-too-subtle way your body alerts you that a change is required.

In many ways, pain is a good thing. It’s only when we misinterpret the pain or make it go away without tending to its underlying cause that we get into trouble.

Many people begin chiropractic care because of a painful symptom. Naturally, we show our compassion, but as chiropractors, our primary interest is in the underlying cause of the pain. Numbing the body with drugs to hide the pain may be convenient, but in the long run, expensive. We take a more natural approach.

It begins with a thorough examination. Plus, we’ll ask about the various physical, emotional and chemical stresses you may be experiencing.

If you know someone who regularly takes pain medication to suppress their ability to sense pain, urge them to consult a chiropractor. We promise to help identify the underlying cause of their problem and offer safe and natural solutions to their body’s cry for help.

Back Pain Article

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The Chiropractic Center is pleased to provide education and information from a variety of trusted, professional resources.  Our goal is to increase the knowledge and comfort of our patients across a wide spectrum of interests affecting their health and well being.

If you have specific questions or concerns you’d like to discuss personally with us, please click here .  It would be our pleasure to ensure your complete understanding of the science of chiropractic treatments or other subjects covered in the article below.

The Nordic back pain subpopulation program: Can low back pain patterns be predicted from the first consultation with a chiropractor? A longitudinal pilot study.

Alice Kongsted email and Charlotte Leboeuf-Yde email

Chiropractic & Osteopathy 2010, 18:8doi:10.1186/1746-1340-18-8

Published: 29 April 2010

Abstract (provisional)

Background

It is widely believed that non-specific low back pain (LBP) consists of a number of subgroups which should be identified in order to improve treatment effects. In order to identify subgroups, patient characteristics that relate to different outcomes are searched for. However, LBP is often fluctuating or recurring rather than clearly limited in time. Therefore it would be relevant to consider outcome from a longitudinal perspective (describing ‘course patterns’) instead of defining it from an arbitrarily selected end-point after completed treatment.

Aims

The objectives of this pilot study were to investigate the interobserver reliability of a diagnostic classification system and to evaluate whether diagnostic classes or other baseline characteristics are associated with the LBP course pattern over a period of 18 weeks.

Methods

Patients visiting one of 7 chiropractors because of LBP were classified according to a diagnostic classification system, which includes end-range loading, SI-joint pain provocation tests, neurological examination and tests for muscle tenderness and abnormal nerve tension. In addition, age, gender, duration of pain and presence of leg pain were registered in the patient’s file. By weekly SMS-messages on their mobile phones, patients were asked how many days they had LBP the preceding week, and these answers were transformed into pain course patterns and the total number of LBP days.

Results

A total of 110 patients were included and 76 (69 %) completed follow-up. Thirty-five patients were examined by two chiropractors. The agreement regarding diagnostic classes was 83% (95 % CI: 70 – 96). The diagnostic classes were associated with the pain course patterns and number of LBP days. Patients with disc pain had the highest number of LBP days and patients with muscular pain reported the fewest (35 vs. 12 days, p<0.01). Men had better outcome than women (17 vs. 29 days, p < 0.01) and patients without leg pain tended to have fewer LBP days than those with leg pain (21 vs.31 days, p=0.06). Duration of LBP at the first visit was not associated with outcome.

Conclusions

The study indicated that there is a clinically meaningful relationship between diagnostic classes and the course of LBP. This should be evaluated in more depth.

Pinched Nerves and Chiropractic

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Pinched Nerve



There are pairs of opening between each spinal bone.

Like an open window, nerve openings along your spine must be clear and unobstructed.

It’s called a pinched nerve because that’s what it feels like. But there’s a lot more going on!

The 24 moving bones of your spine protect your spinal cord while permitting normal turning and bending. Pairs of nerve roots, one on each side, branch off your spinal cord at each segmental level to service the organs and tissues of your body. When these openings are unobstructed, your brain can properly control and regulate your body.

When a spinal bone is malpositioned, it can encroach upon these important nerve openings. Nerve irritation can result. Chiropractors call that a subluxation.

Two Types of Reactions

When spinal bones lose their normal motion or position, it can cause one of two types of nerve disturbances:

  • Compressed lesion – This is just a fancy name for a pinched nerve. What surprises many is that it’s actually quite rare. More common is a…
  • Facilitative lesion – This is when the nerve root is stretched, irritated or chafed. Think: hard tissue rubbing on soft tissue.

But remember, bones are static structures. They don’t move unless muscles move them. And muscles don’t move bones unless commanded by the nervous system. An irritated nerve creates a vicious loop. Chiropractors locate these areas of your spine and reduce their impact on your nervous system.

A Precise Nudge

A thorough examination helps identify areas of your spine where spinal bones are stuck and not moving correctly. Then, your chiropractor will give them a precise little nudge called a chiropractic adjustment. Your body uses this energy to “right itself” and nerve irritation can be reduced.


Because chiropractic addresses the integrity of your nervous system, it’s a natural solution to many health problems, not just back and neck disorders!

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