In dealing with pain relief therapy, the method of treatment is typically determined by if the type of pain is "Acute Pain" or "Chronic Pain".

Acute Pain Relief: Acute pain generally occurs as a result of injuries such as ankle sprains, muscle spasms and whiplash, and other similar types of injuries. Acute Pain directly related to damaged tissue, generally lasting less than 3-6 months is known as acute pain. The longer acute pain continues without correction the more susceptible the injured tissue is to becoming chronic.

Chronic Pain Relief: Chronic pain generally occurs as a result of arthritis, carpal tunnel, DJD, migraines and low back pain or similar pain conditions. Pain that lasts longer than 6 months and is generally less directly related to a specific injury. Back, neck and shoulder pain are most susceptible to becoming chronic. This type of pain should be addressed early as it can lead to further muscle deterioration, emotional depression and anxiety.

Treatments:

Chiropractic Manipulative Therapy (CMT) effectively alleviates neck, shoulder, and lower back pain, both acute and chronic. Hands-on manipulation of the spinal column and neuromusculoskeletal system using precise, highly controlled hand positions and pressure to relieve subluxations, or improper spinal motion, reducing nerve interference.

Postisometric Relaxation Stretches (PIR) are effective in the care of both acute and chronic pain. Postisometric Relaxation Stretches is muscle energy technique in which the patient's active participation, combined with the physician's precisely controlled body positioning and counterforce produce a lengthening of the muscles. Stretching of the dysfunctional muscles may be done without strong opposition following these stretches.

Physical Therapy Modalities is effective in treatment of injuries affecting motor skills or function. Rather than medical or surgical measures, physical therapy modalities include the use of massage, heat, light, and exercise to alleviate pain. Improves the use of bones, joints, muscles and nerves.

Rehabilitation Injuries resulting in the loss of motor skills and muscular function are restored through rehabilitative therapies. Through various exercises and techniques, your body is re-educated to function properly after an injury.