Therapy and Physical Rehab
Whether you are on the road to recovery or the pathway to peak performance, active movement needs to be a part of your plan.
In addition to chiropractic adjustments, at Hurley Chiropractic we also offer many supportive therapies to help restore function and speed up that healing process!
Your care plan may include passive modalities like electrical muscle stimulation, ultrasound therapy, cold laser, as well as therapeutic exercises to increase blood flow, improve flexibility, and optimize strength and stability.
Electrical muscle stimulation
Electrical muscle stimulation is a popular therapy to relax muscles and relieve pain. The portable version of this therapy is called a TENS unit, which many are familiar with. This therapy is delivered by placing sticky pads on the painful area of the back or neck, and should feel tingly but not uncomfortable. It works deep into the muscles and actually fatigues them so that your overworked muscles can take a rest! We combine this therapy with ice or heat and it is great for quick pain relief.
Ultrasound therapy
Ultrasound therapy is an amazing way to help heal areas that have a lot of inflammation, especially areas with lots of tendons and ligaments. It is very effective in relieving pain of the SI joints (better known as the low back, hips, tailbone region). It also works well with shoulders, elbows, wrists, knees, and ankles. It can treat many issues from tendinitis to plantar fasciitis, and is very gentle! It does create a deep heat, and is not used over areas of metal implants or hardware, so please remember to disclose all surgical history so we can creat the right care plan for you.
Ice Wand therapy
Ice Wand therapy provides the Electric Muscle Stim therapy in combination with the benefits of utilizing ice to provide concentrated relief and treat inflammation.
Combo therapy
Combo therapy combines the Electrical Muscle Stim therapy and the Ultrasound therapy for instant relief paired with long lasting reduction of inflammation.
Intersegmental Traction
This gentle traction table is also referred to as the “roller table.” Patients experience gentle motion rolling up and down the spine in order to stretch the back and neck, further providing motion in the joints.
Cold Laser or Low Level Laser Therapy
Cold Laser or Low Level Laser Therapy is safe for all ages! It works by stimulating the mitochondria of the cell to create more energy (ATP) to promote healing in an area. In addition to musculoskeletal pain, post-operative healing, and wounds it can even help with issues of digestion such as constipation. It can be used on the vagus nerve and our patients often report feeling increased relaxation and decreased symptoms of anxiety.
Individually Tailored Stretches & Exercises
An important part of restoring proper mobility and strength is through the individually tailored stretches and exercises performed in our physical rehab area!
The Hurley Chiropractic rehab team are trained by our doctors to work with patients to help maintain improved posture and biomechanics. These focused exercises activate core muscles to help stabilize the spine, which in turn aids in the chiropractic adjustments being even more effective. If you have tried chiropractic care in the past and noticed your relief after each adjustment was short-lived, rehab is usually the key to holding your adjustments between visits and accelerating your progress.
Whether your goal is to reduce pain, increase mobility, or achieve specific athletic goals, including rehab in your care plan will provide you with the best (and fastest) results!
