Blog - Dr. Martin Schmaltz

What is a Chiropractic Adjustment?
Adjustments: The Chiropractic Difference The primary method of treatment for a chiropractic physician is a procedure called an “Adjustment” or manipulation. The chiropractic adjustment is a small controlled thrust into the joints of the spinal bones (vertebra) or joints of the arms or legs, that have restricted movement. The purpose is to restore the normal… Read more »
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X-ray Proof of Soft Tissue Injury
One simple, yet common x-ray finding that indicates permanent injury to the ligaments of the neck is the loss of the normal neck curve or cervical lordosis. Dr Schmaltz explains the research.
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Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: What You Can Do!
Pain, numbness or tingling sensations in an arm can be caused by many different things. One common cause is a condition called Thoracic Outlet Syndrome or TOS. This is when the nerves and blood vessels that pass between the first two ribs and clavicle (collar bone become pinched irritated or injured. Thoracic outlet syndrome can… Read more »
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Chronic Back Pain
Hoping your back pain will go away! IT WON'T! Those who suffer back pain and do nothing, 12 months later, 75% will have pain or disability according to a study published in the British Medical Journal. Find out what you should do.
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Over Use Injury: Treatment & Prevention
Some people are prone to overuse injuries. Muscular or biomechanical imbalances around certain joints predispose certain individuals to injury. Body alignment issues, such as knock-knees, bowlegs, unequal leg lengths, and flat or high arched feet will also impact overuse injuries. Many people have weakened areas physically due to old injuries, incompletely rehabilitated injuries, or other anatomic factors.
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Chiropractic And Sports Performance
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