Electrical Muscle Stimulation

 Dr. Jay McClanahan of the Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center offers electrical muscle stimulation in Nitro, WV to help relieve pain and aid in the recovery process.

What is Electrical Muscle Stimulation?

Electrical muscle stimulation is also known as E-stim and EMS. It is a treatment during which electrical impulses are sent to a targeted area to speed up the natural recovery process and address pain.

 

How Does it Work?

Dr. McClanahan will connect electrodes to the area being treated. The E-stim device sends electrical pulses through the electrodes, which causes the muscles to contract repeatedly. The contractions help strengthen the muscles as well as promote blood flow to that area. The pulses also block receptors from sending pain signals to the brain. Treatment can be used at different points in the treatment process. However, it is often beneficial for people who cannot yet comfortably manage physical therapy or exercise.

 

Benefits of Treatment

Electrical muscle stimulation in Nitro, WV provides several benefits, including the following:

-Aids in recovery

-Reverses or prevents muscular atrophy

-Promotes the production of endorphins, which improves the mood and encourages relaxation

-Reduces swelling and soreness, including after a rigorous workout

-Relieves pain associated with arthritis and fibromyalgia

-Relieves body aches, fatigue, chronic headaches, and chronic pain in muscles and joints

 

Conditions Electrical Muscle Stimulation Treats

There are many conditions that electrical muscle stimulation is used to treat, some of which are listed below.

-Loss of motor skills

-Tendonitis

-Bursitis

-Spinal cord injuries

-Inflammation of the nerves

-Joint pain

-Muscle weakness

-Stroke

-Fibromyalgia

-Arthritis

-Chronic stress and muscle tension

-Sports injuries

-Muscle spasms

-Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

If you suffer from a condition that electrical muscle stimulation can help, Dr. McClanahan will discuss the benefits and the treatment process with you.

 

Who Should Not Receive Treatment?

Electrical muscle stimulation is generally a safe process. However, there are some situations in which treatment is not recommended. For example, patients who have skin sensitivities, have pacemakers or other heart devices, and women who are pregnant. Dr. McClanahan will help determine if you’re a good candidate by gathering the necessary medical information.

 

If you are considering electrical muscle stimulation in Nitro, WV, book an appointment with Dr. McClanahan by calling (304) 776-1520. The Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center proudly serves patients from Nitro, Charleston, Teays Valley, Cross Lanes, and St. Albans.

Custom Foot Orthotics

 When you suffer from various problems with your feet, it’s important to explore proper relief. Dr. Jay McClanahan offers custom foot orthotics in Nitro, WV at the Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center.

How Custom Foot Orthotics are Beneficial

Walking can be uncomfortable when you are having issues with alignment. Often, foot pain can cause other problems from head to toe. By exploring foot orthotics, such as shoe inserts and arch supports, you will find that they compensate for deformities and help redistribute your weight properly. While there are over-the-counter orthotics that you can buy, custom ones work more effectively and efficiently. They can address foot abnormalities and be tailored to meet any specific conditions or demands that you might have. Depending on what the orthotics are meant to do, they can help relieve pain, prevent injuries, and even improve sports performance.

When you wear custom orthotics on a regular basis, you will find that you can improve posture and reduce your lower back pain. You may find that you’ll have better balance and be able to walk and stand for longer periods of time without feeling foot fatigue. An added benefit is that, due to proper weight distribution, you won’t encounter bunions, corns, or calluses.

How to Know When You Need Custom Foot Orthotics

You may find that you run into a number of problems when you spend too much time on your feet. Some of the warning signs that you may need extra help include:

-Pain in the back, neck, shoulders, and hips

-Bunions

-Blisters

-Circulation problems

When you talk with Dr. McClanahan about custom foot orthotics in Nitro, WV, he’ll determine what issues are present and what needs to be done. Depending on your condition, the orthotics can be customized to take pressure off of other parts of the body and even realign the bones inside of your feet and ankles.

Anyone and everyone can benefit from orthotics. Additionally, these can be used as part of a more comprehensive plan with chiropractic care. It can help realign your body so that you can stand, walk, and run without putting any additional stress on your body. Quality orthotics should be prescribed by a chiropractor, so let our office help you determine if it’s time to make this investment.

Talk to Your Chiropractor About Custom Foot Orthotics

Don’t experience foot pain any longer than necessary. Start exploring the benefits of custom foot orthotics with Dr. McClanahan in Nitro, WV today. We can schedule an appointment so that you can come in for a consultation. Once the chiropractor has had a chance to perform a visual inspection and talk to you about your condition and pain levels, recommendations can be made.

Call for your appointment today at (304) 776-1520.