Help for Soft Tissue Injuries

 Soft tissue injuries can happen to anybody at any time, and they are wholly treatable if you take action immediately. For natural healthcare solutions in Nitro, WV, Dr. Jay McClanahan at the Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center is on hand to provide exceptional chiropractic care for your whole musculoskeletal system to return to optimal health.

What Is a Soft Tissue Injury?

Your soft tissues are your muscles, tendons, ligaments, and other fibrous tissues, and they are subject to injuries, tears, bruises, strains, and sprains. A soft tissue injury may occur while you exercise, participate in sports, or receive a blunt force trauma injury. Soft tissue injuries are frequent among patients who participate in impact sports. You may also sustain injuries with repetitive motion tasks or while going about your day.

What Are the Symptoms of a Soft Tissue Injuries

Soft tissue injuries typically begin with inflammation, and this may be accompanied by:

• Pain or discomfort in the affected area
• Redness and bruising
• Swelling
• Reduced range of motion

There may be other symptoms based on the type of injury you receive, which is why seeking professional healthcare is a must.

How Can a Chiropractor Help With Soft Tissue Injuries

Dr. McClanahan at the Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center serving the Nitro, WV, area is a chiropractor who knows his way around soft tissue injuries and their treatment. At our practice, we offer a complete set of chiropractic services to treat soft tissue injuries that include:

• Chiropractic massage therapy and a selection of massage treatments for relaxation and healing.
• Ultrasound therapy
• DTS therapy
• Spinal adjustments and manipulations to support better soft tissue recovery.
• Electrical muscle stimulation therapy to promote healing on a cellular level.
• Therapeutic exercise to support tissue strengthening and flexibility.
• Preventative chiropractic

Every patient receives a thorough assessment so that we can offer you the best course of action for your health. We believe in relieving the pain and treating the underlying cause so that you can have an active lifestyle and an overall better quality of life.

Likewise, our team offers holistic care for various chiropractic conditions in addition to treating soft tissue injuries. We also serve our community by providing weight loss programs and DOT exams.

Contact Us!

For chiropractic that will treat your soft tissue injuries, relieve your pain, and increase your mobility in Nitro, WV, look no further than Dr. McClanahan at the Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center. Call 304-776-1520.

Therapeutic Ultrasound for Soft Tissue Injuries

When you think “ultrasound,” a pregnancy is typically the first thing to come to mind. A machine that is used diagnostically to screen the body internally. But did you know that there is a therapeutic ultrasound machine designed for injuries related to soft tissues, joints, and muscle spasms? Dr. Jay McClanahan at Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center in Nitro, WV, takes pride in staying up to date with chiropractic methods and technology. Dr. McClanahan is excited to offer therapeutic ultrasound to his patients!

Dr. McClanahan first applies coupling gel, much like a screening ultrasound for a pregnant woman, on the skin of the problem area. He then uses the ultrasound emitting wand and passes it over the skin, the wand producing heat. The gel reduces friction and allows better transmission of the ultrasound waves. The heat helps reduce inflammation, increase blood flow, and decrease stiffness and pain. Therapeutic ultrasound has been shown to facilitate the body’s healing process as well.

Therapeutic ultrasound has been proven to:

-Break down scar tissue
-Heat tissue
-Increase the rate of healing
-Relax tissue
-Increase blood flow

Are you interested in treating your soft tissue injuries with therapeutic ultrasound? We are happy to address any concerns or 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.

Electrical Muscle Stimulation

Dr. Jay McClanahan of Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center offers Electrical Muscle Stimulation (EMS) to patients. This is a chiropractic treatment that results in full-body healing. EMS works by creating a small electrical current and sending it into the injured or painful soft tissue. The results are reduced swelling and a release of locked trigger points. Another benefit is the release of your body’s endorphins. These work as natural pain relievers! To learn more, contact our office in Nitro, WV.

There is no reason to be worried before your appointment. The entire procedure is safe and straightforward. It starts with your Nitro, WV, chiropractor placing electrodes on the injured area. The common spots are the back of the neck, shoulder, knee, ankle, wrist, and lower/upper back. These electrodes are what allows the electricity to flow into your body. The electricity mimics the pulses that naturally exist in your body. Your central nervous system then responds to these pulses. The muscles will contract, eventually tiring themselves out. The results are a release of endorphins across your system.

EMS is not a painful process. Patients report that it feels like a tingling yet soothing sensation. There is no burning, stabbing pain, or stinging. Patients suffering from inflammation, muscle spasms, and acute and chronic pain have found success with EMS. Some patients even report headache and stress relief, along with an improved range-of-motion.

Dr. J Chiropractic & Wellness Center offers holistic and noninvasive treatments for patients. EMS helps the body heal by kick-starting its production of endorphins. If you are interested in Electrical Muscle Stimulation, schedule an appointment with Dr. Jay McClanahan today. Call our Nitro, WV, office at 304-776-1520 or visiting https://www.drjbackdocwv.com/.