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Back Pain Treatment

Back pain can be debilitating and can significantly affect your quality of life. Not only that, but the discomfort can become chronic if it is left untreated. At The Russell Center for Chiropractic & Sports Medicine in Beverly, MA, we provide various treatments to eliminate your pain and help you return to your normal routine quickly.

Causes of Back Pain

Back pain can occur due to a variety of causes. For example, not exercising regularly, poor posture, and not using proper lifting techniques can lead to sprains and strains. You may even have back pain from certain infections. Some additional causes of back pain include: 

  • Obesity
  • Pregnancy
  • Herniated discs
  • Endometriosis
  • Osteoporosis
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Kidney stones
  • Kidney infection

Treatments for Back Pain

At our practice, we use various treatments to provide relief from back pain. Some methods our chiropractic may recommend include the following:

SoftWave Therapy

Softwave therapy is a non-invasive treatment which uses shockwaves to enhance healing, decrease inflammation, and encourage blood flow. While a single session of SoftWave therapy may ease your pain, we often recommend a package of treatments to see the full benefits. If you’d like to try this treatment, we are offering an introductory price for all new patients. I highly recommend SoftWave for its many benefits and quick, easy application.

Massage Therapy

Massage therapy can help relieve the discomfort and tension in your back. Not only that, the therapy also relaxes the body, releases endorphins, and increases happiness. Our massage therapist Catherine Peachey is here by appointment and we promise, you will feel amazing after she treats your back.

Acupuncture

Combining acupuncture with other treatments can help eliminate your discomfort. Along with that, the treatment can reduce inflammation that may be contributing to the back pain. Our Acupuncturist, Dr. Henry Lee is particularly interested in the treatment of orthopedic and sports injuries through the synergy of traditional and modern medical theories and methodologies.

At-Home Remedies for Back Pain

There are several at-home remedies that you can try to reduce your symptoms. If you experience minor back pain, some remedies you might consider include: 

  • Heat and cold therapy
  • Stretches
  • Manage stress
  • Change your diet
  • Exercise regularly
  • Get enough sleep
  • Yoga

Contact us for an Appointment Today

If you have persistent back pain, our team at The Russell Center for Chiropractic & Sports Medicine in Beverly, MA, can help. We will create a customized treatment plan to reduce your discomfort and improve your overall health. To learn about the treatments we offer or to schedule your appointment, contact us at (978) 927-2607 today. We look forward to assisting you with your recovery process!

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Hello Y Members, Non-Members & Non-Member Program Participants,Our new registration software is LIVE!

Below are the steps you’ll need to take to set up your account in our new system. Non- members and all existing Y members will need to complete the online account set-up process before you will be able to register online for the first time and or manage your account.

Our NEW website launches on Monday, October 16th. In the meantime, please follow the steps below to be sure you have set up your account with our new software.  Thank you!
FOR MEMBERS

STEP 1:
CLICK HERE to login or find your account.  

STEP 2:
Enter the email or phone number associated with you membership. The first time logging in, select “Forgot Your Password” and follow the prompts to reset your password.

STEP 3:
Check your email
Click the link provided and create your password. Our password must be at least 7 characters and contain at least one capital letter and one number.

STEP 4:Click HERE then enter your email address and password in the first box. Now you have a single sign-on access where you’ll be able to sign on using one email and password. This email and password will be used for the app, registering for classes, and when you sign up for a group fitness class that requires registration once the new website is live on October 16th.
FOR NON-MEMBERS AND NON-MEMBER PROGRAM PARTICIPANTSSTEP 1:
CLICK HERE to login.

STEP 2:
Select the third box “Sign Up” Option.

STEP 3:
On the next screen. Select the local Y you will be registering for programs at in the “Membership Options” dropdown list.

STEP 4:
Click to select the non-member membership type.

STEP 5:
Complete the information form with your contact information. At the bottom of the screen, you’ll be able to save your non-member record with the option of adding any additional adults or children for whom you will be registering. Once you have finished adding additional individuals to your account. Click “Next”.

STEP 6:
Enter an email and select a password to complete the creation of your Y online account. You can search and will have access to registration once the new website is live on October 16th.
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Only $50 a month to sign up at Freedom Fitness – Magnolia’s 24 hour access gym

Join Freedom Fitness today! Sign up directly on our website! www.freedomfitma.comWe offer many different membership types such as a family membership, a student membership, month to month or you can pre-pay for the full year & SAVE!Why choose Freedom Fitness?-24 Hour Access-Easy Join Feature-No Join Fees-Clean and Safe-Interactive Training-Free Welcome Gift
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Can Chiropractic Care Help with Digestive Disorders?

Can you remember the last time you left home without a roll of antacids or a bottle of pills? Planning ahead is important if you never know when nausea, heartburn, diarrhea, gas, or other symptoms could ruin your day. If you’re struggling to control your digestive disorder symptoms, a visit to the chiropractor may be just what you need to quiet your gastrointestinal system.

The Link Between Your Digestive and Nervous Systems

Your body relies on signals from the brain for many crucial body functions. The brain sends messages to your organs, cells, and tissues via nerves that branch out from the spinal cord. Nerve signals control blood flow, heart rate, and breathing. They also help you move your muscles, feel pain, smell a flower, and digest food.

Any interruption in the signals may affect your senses, your ability to move, or the way your body breaks down and uses the food you eat. Interruptions can happen if a nerve becomes damaged or compressed due to injuries, infections, tumors, or diseases, like diabetes, multiple sclerosis, or Parkinson’s disease.

Nerve signals could also be affected if a subluxation presses on a nerve. Subluxations happen when one or more vertebrae become misaligned. A subluxation may also compress nerves by tightening nearby muscles and tissues.

If the subluxation affects a nerve that serves your digestive system, you may develop one or more of these uncomfortable symptoms:

  • Upset Stomach
  • Frequent Diarrhea or Constipation
  • Nausea
  • Heartburn
  • Indigestion
  • Gas
  • Bloating
  • Abdominal Cramps

Subluxations could worsen your symptoms if you have gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD), irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn’s disease, or another digestive disorder.

Many things can cause subluxations, including:

  • Falls
  • Car Accidents
  • Sports Injuries
  • Poor Posture 
  • Poor Form When Exercising
  • Improper Lifting Techniques
  • Stress

Subluxations aren’t the only problems that prevent signals from reaching your digestive system. Herniated or bulging discs in your spine can also interfere with nerve signals if the bulging part of the disc presses on a nerve.

Chiropractic Care Solutions for Digestive Disorders

Restoring the normal position of your vertebrae eases pressure on nerves, which may improve the way your digestive system works. Chiropractors often use spinal manipulation to realign your vertebrae. During spinal manipulation treatment, your chiropractor uses an activator or swift, hands-on thrusts to adjust the position of the vertebrae.

In addition to realigning the vertebrae, spinal manipulation relieves pressure on bulging discs. If you have a bulging disc, your chiropractor may also recommend flexion-distraction, a type of therapy performed on a table that moves as your chiropractor applies gentle pressure to your spine. Flexion distraction helps move the disc back between the vertebrae and may decrease spinal disc bulging.

Your chiropractic treatment plan might also include massage and other soft tissue treatments. These treatments relax tight tissues that compress nerves in addition to relieving pain. Does stress seem to make your digestive symptoms worse? Soft tissue treatments increase your body’s production of endorphins and serotonin, hormones that relieve pain and act as natural stress relievers.

A narrative review of research studies published in the Journal of the Canadian Chiropractic Association examined the effects of chiropractic treatment on patients who suffered from dyspepsia (indigestion) due to GERD for at least two years. Spinal manipulation treatment and soft tissue therapy reduced the severity and frequency of their GERD symptoms.

You’re not alone if you experience digestive problems. In fact, a survey of 71,000 Americans published in the American Journal of Gastroenterology revealed that 61% experience symptoms every week. Luckily, chiropractic care offers an excellent way to control and reduce your symptoms. Visiting your chiropractor may even help you reduce your reliance on antacids or medications. In addition to providing treatments, your chiropractor can offer nutritional advice, help you correct posture issues that may be worsening your symptoms, and recommend exercises that will prevent subluxations by strengthening the muscles that support your spine.

Ready to find out if chiropractic treatment could help you control your digestive symptoms? Give our office a call to schedule an appointment today!

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Freedom Fitness 24 hour access gym located on Lexington Ave in Magnolia

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Our second annual Cape Ann YMCA Golf Tournament is Monday!

We’d like to thank all our amazing In-Kind Sponsors: Cape Ann Lanes, Coastal Mass Brewing, Essex River Cruises and Charters, The Gloucester House, Harbor Sweets Handmade Chocolates, Serenitee Restaurant Group, Short & Main, the Chase and Meyer Families, and Halo. While golfer registration is closed, you can visit the link to donate! >> https://one.bidpal.net/capeanngolf2023 #StrongYStrongCommunity

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