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GERHARDT
CHIROPRATIC FAMILY
PRACTICE
Treating
Others As We Would Want To Be Treated
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770-914-0184 |
Towncrest Village Shopping Center
2101 Jonesboro Road, McDonough, Georgia
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"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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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GERHARDT
CHIROPRATIC FAMILY
PRACTICE
Treating
Others As We Would Want To Be Treated
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770-914-0184 |
Our
office is located in the Grand Harbor Shopping Center
across from Home Depot at 2101 Jonesboro Road, McDonough |
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