Who is DTS Therapy For?

 

Are you tired of living with neck or back pain but not interested in invasive techniques? Dr. Jay McClanahan at Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center offers DTS Therapy to residents of Nitro, Cross Lanes, Charleston, St. Albans, and Teays Valley WV.

Who Can Benefit From DTS Therapy?

When you live in chronic pain, relief can feel a million miles away – and you don’t have the energy or ability to make it there. At the same time, the idea of resigning yourself to surgery isn’t very appealing. You’re left wondering whether there’s any hope at all without such drastic measures. Dr. McClanahan and the team at Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center in Nitro, WV, are here to tell you there is in the form of DTS Therapy.

What Is DTS Therapy, Anyway?

DTS is a nonsurgical form of decompression and traction that uses biofeedback to treat the target site. It works by gently stretching the spine, relieving pressure from your spinal discs. This leads to a sort of vacuum effect that pulls blood and nutrients in, allowing the body to heal itself.

What Type of Issues Does It Address?

DTS can be used for many symptoms and conditions that leave people stiff with pain. These include but are not necessarily limited to:

• Lower back pain
• Slipped discs
• Pinched nerves
• Neck pain
• Sciatica
• Degenerative discs
• Spinal stenosis
• Disc injuries

As DTS treats the root cause of the pain, it can provide relief that other methods simply cannot, as many focus only on treating the symptoms.

Depending on which of the above you suffer from, the number of treatments you need will vary. Typically, to enhance recovery and relief, your chiropractor will combine DTS with other treatment methods. The combination will not only help you heal but also strengthen the weakened area, reducing the chances of experiencing the same pain in the future.

If you’re ready to put an end to your chronic pain, visit Dr. McClanahan at Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center in Nitro, Cross Lanes, Charleston, St. Albans, and Teays Valley WV to find out if DTS Therapy is a good choice for you. Call (304) 776-1520 to schedule your appointment today.

Tips for Preventing Sports Injuries

 

Are sports injuries causing you pain or keeping you benched? Dr. Jay McClanahan at Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center provides personalized, effective chiropractic care to athletes of all levels in Nitro, Cross Lanes, Charleston, St. Albans, and Teays Valley, WV.

7 Tips for Preventing Sports Injuries

Sports injuries can negatively impact your game – and your daily life. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to prevent these injuries. Dr. McClanahan at Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center serving Nitro, WV, shares seven important tips below.

1. Never Skip Warm-Ups, Cool Downs, and Stretches

No matter your activity, your body needs the opportunity to prepare and repair. Always warm up and stretch before you begin. And then take some time to cool your body down and stretch again once you're done.

2. Don’t Forget Your Water

You need to keep your body hydrated properly throughout training, practice, and competitions. Don’t head out the door without a full water bottle and sip on it as much as you can.

3. Wear the Proper Gear

Whether you’re a runner, you play football, or you have a different sport of choice, there is gear available for protection and support. Be sure to outfit your body with the proper gear to limit the chances of injury.

4. Don’t Overdo It

Most athletes push themselves beyond their limits, but this can lead to many injuries. And those injuries can – in turn – negatively impact your performance. It’s safer to gradually build yourself up, giving your body the time to adapt.

5. Make Rest a Priority

Even the mightiest need time to rest and refresh. And if you forego this process, it can actually cause you to perform poorly. Be sure that you give your body plenty of time to rehab and recharge so that you can stay on top of your game.

6. Use Proper Techniques

Using improper techniques in your sport of choice is a very quick way to injure yourself. Invest the time into learning the proper way of doing things and ensure you do them every single time.

7. Fuel Your System

Your body needs the right types and amounts of vitamins, nutrients, and minerals to support your activities. When your body is fueled properly, there is a reduced chance of injury.

Whether it’s recovery from sports injuries, injury prevention, or performance improvement, chiropractic care with Dr. McClanahan at Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center can help. If you live in or around Nitro, Cross Lanes, Charleston, St. Albans, or Teays Valley, WV, call (304) 776-1520 to schedule an appointment today.

How Your Chiropractor Can Help With Shoulder Pain

 

Is shoulder pain making life difficult? Dr. Jay McClanahan at Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center in Nitro, Cross Lanes, Charleston, St. Albans, and Teays Valley WV can help you achieve the relief you desire naturally.

Chiropractic Care for Shoulder Pain

Shoulder pain can be a difficult thing to ignore. It might not always be front and center in your life, but it rears its head when you lift your arms or move a specific way. And when it does, it can be distressing, to say the least.

When you do experience shoulder pain, chiropractic care is a safe and natural way to get rid of it. Dr. McClanahan and the team at Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center in Nitro, WV, share just a few ways in which chiropractors can help.

Restoring Alignment

Shoulder pain sometimes comes from a misalignment either in the shoulder joint or somewhere in the back. Regardless of the location, restoring alignment through spinal or extremity adjustments addresses the root of the pain.

Soft Tissue Therapy

Alignment issues can impact the soft tissues in and around the shoulder joint causing tension and pain. And sometimes, the pain begins with an overuse injury of the soft tissues, tension, or a similar issue. Chiropractors offer a variety of soft tissue therapies, depending on the root cause. These can include massage therapy, ultrasound therapy, myofascial release, and much more.

Strengthening, Stretching, and Restoring Range of Motion

Therapeutic exercises are key for both recovering from and preventing shoulder injuries. These targeted movements help stretch tight or tense muscles and strengthen weakened areas. Additionally, they help restore your range of motion so that you can move your shoulder more freely and naturally.

Adjusting Habits

Often, shoulder injuries and pain are due to daily habits and lifestyle factors. For example, overuse injuries can come from sports, repetitive lifting, and other regular tasks. Chiropractors work with you to determine why the pain and injury are present and address any contributing factors.

If you’re tired of shoulder pain getting in your way in Nitro, Cross Lanes, Charleston, St. Albans, and Teays Valley WV, call (304) 776-1520 to schedule an appointment with Dr. McClanahan at Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center.

Correct Backpack Usage for Kids and Teens

 Preparing to send your kids back to school? Dr. Jay McClanahan at Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center in Nitro, Cross Lanes, Charleston, St. Albans, and Teays Valley, WV, shares tips for proper backpack usage.

How to Use a Backpack Properly

Backpacks are essential for school, as they help young kids and teens carry everything needed for a prepared day. Unfortunately, they are often responsible for neck, shoulder, and back pain. As a parent, the last thing you want is to cause your children pain, but you might feel hopeless in this area – but you’re not.

While you might not be able to control how much homework they have, you can take steps to reduce or eliminate their pain. Dr. McClanahan at Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center shares tips below to help parents of Nitro, WV, for choosing, packing, and using a backpack.

Pick a Backpack That’s Just Big Enough

The backpack should not be bigger than your child’s back. The larger it is, the harder it can be to distribute weight properly. And it can be a temptation for students to add extras. Keep it small so that there’s just enough room for the essentials.

Keep the Weight in Check

If the packed backpack is more than 10% of your child’s weight, it’s too heavy. Let your child carry some books or their lunch box by hand and dump the non-essentials.

Put the Straps to Use

Adjust the straps so that the bag doesn’t hang below your child’s waist. Use the waist strap to keep the backpack from moving around as your child walks. Ensure your child uses both shoulder straps to distribute the weight evenly. Also, look for padded straps to help relieve some of the pressure on the shoulders and neck.

Strategically Pack the Backpack

The heaviest items should always be closest to the body and at the bottom. Having multiple pockets can provide more opportunities for proper weight distribution.

Keep Your Child’s Spine Healthy

Between wearing backpacks, carrying heavy items, sitting for hours, and sports – for those who play – it’s not unusual for there to be some issues along the spine. Visiting a chiropractor regularly can help maintain spinal wellness and undo the damage your child sustains during their school career.

Let Dr. McClanahan and our Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center team help your student have a pain-free, healthy school year in Nitro, WV. For more backpack tips, sports performance, or other school-year concerns, call (304) 776-1520 to schedule an appointment today.