SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENTChiropractic and Epicondylitis
Refers to inflammation of the tissues adjoining the epicondyles of the humerus
Types include
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Lateral epicondylitis, also known as tennis elbow |
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Medial epicondylitis, also known as golfer's elbow |
Causes
Although associated with sports and occupations involving repetitive movements (i.e., plumbing, mechanics, cleaning, cashier, etc.), the true underlying causes are usually more insidious. The muscles of the arm usually begin to malfunction very gradually, eventually predisposing the elbow joints to inflammation and / or injury.
Here are some of the most common underlying causes: |
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Poor dietary habits (excess refined carbohydrates, blood sugar handling problems) |
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Trauma (recent or past) to the hand arm or cervical spine |
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Overuse |
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Wrist, shoulder, or cervical spine lesions |
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Nutritional deficiencies |
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Elbow meniscus lock |
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Trigger points |
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Misaligned radio-ulnar joint |
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Cervical spine vertebrae subluxation |
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Shoulder joint subluxation |
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Wrist joint subluxation |
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Varied health problems |
Chiropractic / Applied Kinesiology Approach to Epicondylitis
A complete examination of a person suffering from pain at the elbow involves not only a thorough evaluation of the cervical spine to the fingers, but also a comprehensive physical evaluation. Some cases are simple structural misalignments that can be resolved in a few short visits, but others are more involved. When elbow pain is just the tip of the iceberg, Dr. Morrison probes deeper in order to provide therapy that is effective and long lasting.
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