Thursday, July 29, 2021

Pinched Nerve

Have you ever accidentally contorted your body in a way that resulted in a sharp pain that decreased mobility in your neck or arm? If so, you might have experienced a pinched nerve. Pinched nerves can occur anywhere along the spine, including the upper, mid, and lower back. They can even happen in any joint of your body. Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center in Nitro, WV, knows all about the dreaded pinched nerve and how painful it can make doing the simplest tasks. Sometimes the nerve can move back into place naturally. However, if the pinched nerve is severe enough, you will need spinal adjustments to correct it.

Symptoms of a pinched nerve include:


-Lower back pain

-Numbness, tingling, or burning sensation in your arms, legs, fingers, or toes

-Pain radiating along your spine

-Severe headaches or migraines

-Pain that shoots down your arm or leg

-Neck pain


A pinched nerve can be caused by subluxation, disc degeneration, osteoarthritis, or disc herniation. These are silent afflictions in their beginning stages, which is why it’s important to see a chiropractor regularly. An experienced chiropractor at Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center will realign your spine in an effort to correct your pinched nerve, but also prevent one from happening again in the future.


Do you think you could benefit from safe chiropractic treatment? We will address any questions or concerns you may have. Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center is located at 642 Cross Lanes Drive in Nitro, WV 25143. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please visit drjbackdocwv.com or call the office at 304-776-1520.

Thursday, July 22, 2021

Treating Personal Injury with Chiropractic

When bodily harm occurs from being involved in any type of accident, specifically outside of your workplace, it is considered a personal injury. Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center in Nitro, WV, recommends coming in for a visit as soon as possible so that Dr. J can assess the damage and get you on the road to recovery. Whether it be a single or series of adjustments, your West Virginia chiropractor is one of the best options for uncovering underlying issues from your accident.

Examples of personal injuries include:


-Auto accidents

-Motorcycle accidents

-Bicycle accidents

-A slip, trip, or fall


While a doctor treats symptoms with prescriptions, a chiropractor works to correct the problem with focused stretching of the affected muscles and careful adjustments. Dr. J recommends against letting your injury go untreated since this can cause more problems down the line and affect your quality of life even more than your accident already has. If you find that everyday tasks cannot be done without significant pain, it may be time to schedule an appointment with our office.


Have you suffered a personal injury and want to get it assessed by a trained chiropractor? We are happy to address any concerns or answer any questions you have! Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center is located at 642 Cross Lanes Drive in Nitro, WV 25143. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please visit drjbackdocwv.com or call the office at 304-776-1520.

Saturday, July 17, 2021

Causes of Back Pain

Back pain. Maybe you’re lucky enough to not have experienced it yet, but as you grow older, your chances become higher. Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center in Nitro, WV, recognizes that while back pain is common, it doesn’t mean you have to suffer through it. Your trusted chiropractor is skilled in chiropractic care and pain management and will help get you back on the road to a pain-free life. 

Some common causes of back pain include:


-Lack of exercise

-Arthritis

-Improper lifting

-Excess weight

-Skeletal irregularities

-Muscle or ligament strain

-Osteoporosis

-Bulging or ruptured disks

-Age


There are other risk factors associated with back pain, such as certain diseases, psychological conditions, and smoking. In some cases, back pain can be severe enough that only a chiropractor’s adjustments and treatment plan will help. If your back pain does not improve with rest and over-the-counter prescriptions or radiates down either of your legs, causing weakness, numbness, or tingling, it’s time to book an appointment with Dr. J. 


Are you suffering from back pain and think you can benefit from safe chiropractic treatment? We are happy to address any questions or concerns that come up. Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center is located at 642 Cross Lanes Drive in Nitro, WV 25143. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please visit drjbackdocwv.com or call the office at 304-776-1520.

Thursday, July 8, 2021

Kyphosis

Kyphosis is a condition where a patient develops a rounded middle back. Dr. Jay McClanahan of Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center offers nonsurgical and pharmaceutical-free treatment. At our office in Nitro, WV, we work with you to find the cause of this abnormal appearance. In most cases, it is traced back to poor posture. Certain patients can be born with kyphosis or develop it in response to trauma. By finding the exact cause, Dr. McClanahan helps you get the appropriate treatment.

At your appointment in Nitro, WV, Dr. McClanahan will start by asking you some simple questions about your medical history. The next step is a physical examination, where he touches the spine to feel for tenderness and mobility. Imaging tests like an X-ray or MRI might be necessary.

A big aspect of treatment is correcting your posture. Dr. McClanahan works with you to reduce your inflammation and muscle spasms, optimize spinal health, slow further degeneration of the spine, and treat your intervertebral discs. Undergoing spinal manipulation, also known as spinal adjustment, is the first step. This will improve your joint movement by minimizing inflammation. Dr. McClanahan uses his hands or a tool to gently stimulate the nervous system, returning normal motion to the spine. Manual therapy treatments are another possibility. This targets tightened or painful muscles through direct pressure. This relieves tension and pain due to the kyphosis symptoms.

Dr. Jay McClanahan provides chiropractic treatment for patients in the Nitro, WV, area. If you are suffering from Kyphosis, schedule an appointment at Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center today. Call 304-776-1520 or visit https://www.drjbackdocwv.com/meet-the-doctor.

Thursday, July 1, 2021

DOT Physical

If you’re a bus or truck driver, you’ve most likely heard of the Department of Transportation (DOT) physical. Required to ensure the public’s safety and your safety, this check-up verifies employees are in the best of health to work safely. Located in Nitro, WV, Dr. Jay McClanahan has all your DOT physical needs covered at his clinic, Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center.

Who Needs a DOT Physical?

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) mandates a DOT physical for everyone applying for a commercial vehicle driver’s license. This includes people who operate:

-Vehicles that carry more than 15 people or more than eight people if the driver is paid
-Vehicles that transport hazardous material and have a placard
-Vehicles that have a gross combination weight of 10,001 pounds or more

What Does a DOT Physical Consist Of?

Dr. McClanahan is licensed by the FMCSA to perform DOT physicals. In the first part of the physical, you will need to fill out a medical examination form with your detailed medical history. This form can also be filled before the appointment to save time.

For the medical checkup, Dr. McClanahan will test:

-Hearing
-Vision
-Blood pressure
-Urinalysis (drug testing)
-External and internal health including, but not limited to: motor skills, lungs, neurological reflexes, heart conditions, sleep apnea, and limb impairments.

What to Bring to a DOT Physical

Before you come to your physical, bring a complete list of all medications with dosage amounts and the prescribing doctors’ names and addresses. If you’re a driver with medical issues, you’ll have to bring documentation from your physician. Contact Dr. J Chiropractic Wellness Center for more information on what documents to bring.

Dr. Jay McClanahan is the owner and chiropractor of Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center. Our office is located in Nitro, WV. To schedule an appointment with Dr. McClanahan visit our website or call 304-776-1520.