Numbness to fingers

Numbness to your fingers is often due to nerve irritation from a joint in the neck or arm. Sometimes it can be due to other reasons, such as diabetic neuropathy. Let's focus on the the issue from the perspective of a joint problem. Sometimes things happen that causes a joint to become misaligned. This misalignment causes immediate irritation to the nerves in the area (the nerves go through the joints), which in turn causes the associated muscles to spasm. The muscles are attached to the joints (muscles are what moves our joints) and pull on the already misaligned joint, causing further irritation. With enough irritation, inflammation sets in, which in turn restarts the problem because the inflammation also irritates the nerves and so the process continues and can cause symptoms such as pain and numbness and can eventually lead to arthritis - unless the situation is corrected. chiropractic adjustments and de-inflaming the area as well as using techniques to relax the muscles are what is needed. A chiropractor has the training to find the exact joints that are irritated and then knows the exact chiropractic technique to correct the misalignment. After receiving these corrections, or adjustment, the areas in question need to calm down. imagine hitting your thumb with a hammer. Even though you stop hitting it, it takes a while for the throbbing and swelling to go away. Although chiropractic adjustments can and often do provide instant relief, if there is inflammation, then it will require some anti-inflammation techniques as well to accomplish your goal. I recommend three things (four if you include time to heal): They are: water, ice, and a pill. drink a lot of water after getting adjusted. Water will essentially help to wash away inflammation from the inside. Ice - don't use heat initially. heat feels better, but will increase the circulation and hence bring more fluid and pressure to the inflamed and irritated joint. Ice will decrease the inflammation and numb out the pain. i recommend 15 minutes with a cold pack in a thin covering such as a pillow case. And if you think you need it, it is OK to take an over the counter anti inflammatory pill like alleve or advill. Numbness to the finger can come from a joint misalignment to the wrist, elbow, or shoulders, but more often than not is from a misalignment to the neck. Go to a chiropractor. if you live in the Tampa area, give us a call (813) 831-8321 or visit our web site http://tampa.chiropractor-edelson.com

Auto Accidents and the Holidays

Are you in a hurry to get your Christmas shopping done? Slow down and remember that a car accident can really ruin your day and even your life. Be careful and watch out for those people who are stressed out and in a hurry. If misfortune should find you and if you have been in a car accident, chiropractic can help. In the state of Florida, make sure that you get to a chiropractor within 14 days or your insurance will not cover you. Also, if you see a medical doctor who writes a letter that you need emergency medical care, then your insurance will cover you for the full amount of $10,000, otherwise they may only cover you for $2500.
Call us for more information or to make an appointment for chiropractic care (813) 831-8321 or visit our web site http://tampa.chiropractor-edelson.com/auto-accident.html

Desensitize your Allergies

My wife  told me recently that she saw a news report that said that Ragweed and some other pollen (maybe grass) is at an "all-time" high in Tampa. Bring in a sample of Ragweed, Grass, Cat hair, or whatever you can put into a zip lock baggie that you know you are allergic to, and let's desensitize you. I use an allergy desensitizing method taught to me by Dr. John Brimhall, called A/SERT. Everything has energy. You have energy, cats have energy, ragweed has energy, and even cat hair, cat dander, and pollen has energy. If you could bring that thing that you know that you are allergic to into our office, we could use techniques that might desensitize you and hopefully help you to become less allergic. While you hold the allergen, which would basically merge your energy to the energy of the allergen, I, Dr. Steve Edelson, would use the A/SERT technique on you. It might take a few sessions, but think about the reward of not having allergies. No more sneezing, runny nose, etc. - give us a call (813) 831-8321 or send an email drsteve.tampa@gmail.com to make an appointment. Our web sites are http://tampa.chiropractor-edelson.com and http://drsteve.ws

One adjustment or more?

Sometimes one adjustment fixes the problem. Often times, and for most people, it takes a few visits to a chiropractor to fix the problem. This is because of tight muscles. When a joint goes out of place, nerves get irritated. The irritated nerves then send their irritated impulses to the muscles that attach to the joint and they goes into spasm. When they go into spasm they pull on the misaligned joint which re-irritates the nerve and the cycle continues. With all of this irritation, the nerves and surrounding tissue become inflamed, which also irritates the nerve. That is why I always recommend for people to do the three anti-inflammation tasks - water, ice, and a pill. Drink plenty of water. Use a cold pack on the area for 15 to 20 minutes a couple of times each day while the problem persists. And, take an anti-inflammatory that is available over the counter (such as ibuprofen, Alleve, or Advil). Massage is also recommended to go along with chiropractic because it relaxes the muscles that keep pulling these joints out of place. So - if one adjustment did not work for you, it probably means that your muscles pulled those affected joints out of place. Usually a handful of visits to a chiropractor does the trick. Each time you are adjusted the muscles stretch a little and there is less irritation because the joint has been put back into place and hopefully you are doing the three anti-inflammation tasks. Some people are not happy to hear that it might take a few visits to fix a problem like this, especially if only one adjustment "fixed" them in the past. Just know that what happened in the past might be different than what is happening to you today. Gentle stretching of the area can be helpful as well. Check my web site for stretches and exercises that can be helpful, and let us know if you would like an appointment. (813) 831-8321 http://tampa.chiropractor-edelson.com

 

The Skull

The Skull has many parts. Although they are not similar to the joints of the body, they do shift slightly. They need to do so due to the different pressures that occur from time to time. Sometimes when they shift, they get stuck and can then cause pain. If you have had a headaches that did not go away, then this could be what has happened to you. A chiropractor who if experienced in finding and correcting this kind of problem can be a great solution for you. If you live in Tampa or the surrounding areas and would like help with this type of issue, give Dr.Steve Edelson a call (813) 831-8321. Located in south Tampa, gentle, safe, safe, and effective. http://tampa.chiropractor-edelson.com

The Puzzle

Health has many aspects. Ignore one of them and the puzzle of good health might not come together for you. As a chiropractor, I know that freeing your nervous system from irritation caused by misaligned joints is an important part of this package of "must do" health restoring and maintaining activities. What are some of the others? Good nutrition, drinking a lot of clean alkaline water, positive mental (and perhaps spiritual) thinking, dental care, good hygiene, and of course - exercise.

 By helping increase mobility in your neck, mid back, and lower back, chiropractic care improves your body's overall functioning, including balance and coordination. By helping remove ongoing sources of musculoskeletal irritation, chiropractic care reduces internal physiologic stress. The many benefits may include improved peace of mind, enhanced interpersonal communication, and a better ability to respond effectively to your home and work environment. 

Here is a link for a great article about exercise and chiropractic http://tampa.chiropractor-edelson.com/index.php?newsletters=18501

http://tampa.chiropractor-edelson.com/ stop that pain in the neck. Many people suffer from neck pain and never know that they can put an end to the pain without drugs or surgery by visiting their local chiropractor. Chiropractic has been around since 1895. Doctors of chiropractic are highly trained professionals. A chiropractic adjustment is a gentle safe scientific method of restoring a joint to its normal position and range of motion, there by eliminating irritation to the associated nerves that cause pain. It really works.