Dan Gerhardt, DC

GERHARDT CHIROPRATIC FAMILY PRACTICE

Treating Others As We Would Want To Be Treated

770-914-0184

Towncrest Village Shopping Center

2101 Jonesboro Road, McDonough, Georgia

"The key to quick results with chiropractic is in finding the right chirporactor, one whose style and technique best matches the specific needs of the individual patient"

 


What Does Dr. Dan Do?


• Dr. Dan specializes in the treatment of the nervous and musculo-skeletal systems. Classic chiropractic treatment involves manipulation of the bones and joints, primarily but not limited to the spine.

• Dr. Dan may also use massage and physio-therapy adjuncts such as ultrasound, muscle stimulation and traction and other techniques to loosen tight muscles.

• In addition, Dr. Dan may suggest exercises or educational materials on proper ergonomics to help a patient safely return to normal activities as soon as possible.

• Dr. Dan also uses other techniques and nutritional therapy to help his patients resume noraml activity when down with an injury or illness.


• Dr. Dan works closely with his patients and provides not only treatment but suggestions on life style changes so that prevention can be understood.

 

 

 

 

 

Sciatica

Sciatica

Sciatica is a term used to describe the symptoms of leg pain as a result of compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerve is the thickest and longest nerve in the human body. It originates from the spinal cord in the low back, travels through the buttock and hip area, and down the back of each leg to the feet. The term "sciatica" refers to pain that radiates along the path of this nerve.

Pain along the sciatic nerve is a symptom of another condtion involving the nerve, such as spinal subluxations, osteoarthritis, or disk syndromes. Sometimes, the sciatic nerve becomes compressed between the muscles in the buttocks due to an abnormal tightening. This is known as piriformis syndrome.

There are various chiropractic treament options available, depending on the diagnosis. Typically, chiropractic adjustments and other treatments (such as massage therapy) are used to balance the pelvis, relax the muscles, and increase flexibilty of the spine, which tends to improve mechanical function and decrease pain.

GERHARDT CHIROPRATIC FAMILY PRACTICE

Treating Others As We Would Want To Be Treated

770-914-0184
Our office is located in the Grand Harbor Shopping Center across from Home Depot at 2101 Jonesboro Road, McDonough