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(515) 961-5202
214 W. Salem Ave.
Indianola, IA 50125
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Chiro Blog
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| Posted By
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6/22/2010
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| Tension Headaches |
[Condition of the Month]
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TENSION HEADACHES
A condition involving pain or discomfort in the head, scalp, or neck, usually associated with muscle tightness in these areas. Tension headaches are one of the most common forms of headache. They can occur at any age, but are most common in adults and adolescents. If a headache occurs two or more times weekly for several months or longer, the condition is considered chronic. Tension headaches result from the contraction of neck and scalp muscles. One cause of this muscle contraction is a response to stress, depression or anxiety. Any activity that causes the head to be held in one position for a long time without moving can cause a headache. Such activities include typing or use of computers, fine work with the hands, and use of a microscope. Sleeping in a cold room or sleeping with the neck in an abnormal position can also trigger this type of headache. Other causes include spinal misalignment, eye strain, fatigue, alcohol use, excessive smoking, excessive caffeine use, sinus infection, nasal congestion, overexertion, colds, and influenza. Tension headaches are not associated with structural lesions in the brain.
SYMPTOMS
~DULL PAIN, PRESSURE-LIKE
~GENERALIZED PAIN, WORSE IN THE SCALP, TEMPLES OR BACK OF THE NECK
~OCCURS AS AN ISOLATED INCIDENT (OR OCCURS CONSTANTLY OR DAILY)
WORSENED OR TRIGGERED BY STRESS, FATIGUE, NOISE, GLARE, ETC.
~SLEEP DISTURBANCES
Treatment
for Tension Headaches
Chiropractic care works on correcting misalignments that cause headaches and relieving symptoms associated with tension headaches. Acupuncture also can help relieve tension headaches. If you or someone you know struggles with tension headaches call our office today to schedule an appointment!
We sell and recommend Tempur-Pedic Pillows
~NOT ONE SIDED
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| Little League Elbow |
[Condition of the Month]
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Little League Elbow Injuries:
Is Your Child at Risk?
SYMPTOMS:
¨ELBOW IS SORE TO THE TOUCH AND MAY EXPERIENCE SWELLING
¨SUDDEN ONSET OF PAIN & FEELS LIKE SOMETHING GIVING WAY IN THE ELBOW
¨PAIN MAY BE ASSOCIATED WITH CATCHING, THROWING OVERHAND OR LOCKING OF THE ELBOW JOINT
Definition:
“Little League Elbow” is a throwing injury to the elbow commonly found among pre-teen and early-teenagers that play baseball or softball competitively. Injury occurs when the repetitive throwing creates an excessively strong pull on elbow tendons and ligaments. This can tear ligament and tendon away from the bone. Sometimes small fragments of bone are pulled away as well. The elbow can also become compressed, causing bones to rub together. Young athletes are particularly prone to this type of injury because their bones are immature. A child should stop throwing at the first sign of elbow pain, restricted range of elbow motion or locking of the elbow joint. Young pitchers are also advised against trying to throw a curve ball. The additional twisting motion used to make a pitch "break" is very hard on the immature elbow.
The age groups most affected are pre-high school players, anywhere from ages 10 to 15, with the peak incidence in the 12 to 14-year-old age group. Treatment and recovery depend on the severity of the injury. Recovery time ranges from 6 weeks to 3 months.
Treatment may include:
- CHIROPRACTIC & PHYSICAL THERAPY
- REST
Do not pitch or do any activities that cause elbow pain. Do not play sports, especially throwing sports, until the pain is gone.
- COLD
Apply ice or a cold pack to the outside of the elbow for 15-20 minutes, 4 times a day, for several days. Wrap the ice or cold pack in a towel. Do not apply the ice directly to your skin.
Prevention:
Prevention strategies include:
- Always warm up before pitching with light aerobic exercise, such as jogging or jumping jacks.
- Always stretch your muscles slowly and gently before pitching.
- Always follow the pitching rules of your baseball league and do not play in two leagues at the same time.
- Limit your pitching to:
4-10 innings per week
80-100 pitches per game
30-40 pitches per practice
- Learn and practice the mechanics of good pitching technique.
- Do not throw curve balls and sliders until high school when the growth plate in your elbow is fused with the bone.
TREATMENT:
A Doctor of Chiropractic can offer guidelines on exercise, conditioning techniques, nutrition, and general fitness. Of course, when treatment is needed, the chiropractor is fully equipped to manage nonsurgical treatment of typical sports injuries. Chiropractic care also works on correcting misaligned or out of place vertebrae and can remove the pressure placed on the nerve endings that line the surface of the joint and course through the space between the joints, reducing pain and improving flexibility and function. To see if chiropractic may be able to help you call (515) (961-5202) today for a complimentary consultation.
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| Posted By
Kelly
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5/4/2010
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| Drees Chiropractic Welcomes Kasey Wells L.M.T |
[Recent Updates]
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| Have You Considered Massage Therapy? |
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| Drees Family and Sports Chiropractic
WELCOMES
Kasey Wells L.M.T
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515-238-2491
1 Hour: $ 45.00
1/2 Hour: $ 25.00
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 The Benefits of Massage:
~ Alleviate low-back pain and improve range of motion
~ Assist with shorter, easier labor for expectant mothers and shorten maternity hospital stays
~ Enhance immunity by stimulating lymph flow- the body's natural defense system
~ Exercise and stretch weak, tight, or atrophied muscles
~ Help athletes of any level prepare for, and recover from, strenuous workouts
~ Improve the condition of the body's largest organ-the skin
~ Increase joint flexibility
~ Lessen depression and anxiety
~ Promote tissue regeneration, reducing scar tissue and stretch marks
~ Pump oxygen and nutrients into tissues and vital organs, improving circulation
~ Reduce Post-surgery adhesions and swelling
~ Relax and soften injured, tired, and overused muscles
~ Release endorphins- amino acids that work as the body's natural painkiller
~ Relieve migraine pain
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 Massage Compliments Chiropractic Care:
Therapeutic Massage is a great compliment to chiropractic care. Since the muscles are attached to the bones and joints, it is very important for them to be relaxed and stretched to aid in adjustments to the skeletal system. Proper alignment helps to ensure the free flow of nerve impulses and circulation of blood and lymph. |
 Some of the Benefits of Massage with Chiropractic Care:
~ Helps prepare the body for better adjustments
~ It increases the effectiveness of treatments
~ Releives muscle tension and pain
~ Helps you relax overall and become more receptive to the needed adjustments
~ Helps your adjustment last longer by relaxing your muscles
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4/13/2010
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| FIBROMYALGIA |
[Condition of the Month]
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What is Fibromyalgia?
Fibromyalgia is a common condition characterized by widespread pain in joints, muscles, tendons, and other soft tissues. Some other problems commonly linked with fibromyalgia include fatigue, morning stiffness, sleep problems, headaches, numbness in hands and feet, depression, and anxiety. Fibromyalgia can develop on its own, or secondary to other musculoskeletal conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis, or systemic lupus. Diagnosis of fibromyalgia requires a history of at least three months of widespread pain, and pain and tenderness in a least 11 of 18 tender-point sites. These tender-point sites include fibrous tissue or muscles of the Neck, Shoulders, Chest, Rib Cage, Lower Back, Thighs, Knees, Arms (elbows) and Buttocks. The overwhelming characteristic of fibromyalgia is long-standing, body-wide pain with defined tender points. Tender points are distinct from trigger points seen in other pain syndromes. (Unlike tender points, trigger points can occur in isolation and represent a source of radiating pain, even in the absence of direct pressure.) Fibromyalgia pain can mimic the pain experienced by people with various types of arthritis. The soft-tissue pain of fibromyalgia is described as deep-aching, radiating, gnawing, shooting or burning, and ranges from mild to severe. Fibromyalgia sufferers tend to waken with body aches and stiffness.
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What are the SYMPTOMS of Fibromyalgia:
SLEEP DISTURBANCES
REDUCED
EXERCISE TOLERANCE
FATIGUE
BODY ACHES
CHRONIC MUSCLE PAIN OR ACHING
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Treatment: 
Chiropractic care works on relieving pain and symptoms associated with fibromyalgia. Frequent adjustments have been known to reduce the irritability of trigger points. Chiropractic care may be able to help you or someone you know. Call us today for a complementary consultation with Dr. Cory or Dr. Laura.
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 Do you or someone you know suffer from Fibromyalgia?
TRY
Acupuncture!
Dr. Laura is a certified Acupuncturist
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| Next Month....
 "Little League Elbow"
A throwing injury to the elbow commonly found among young baseball and softball players |
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Drees Family & Sports Chiropractic
Drs. Cory & Laura Drees · 515-961-5202
214 W. Salem Ave.·Indianola, IA50125
www.dreeschiropractic.com
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| Posted By
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4/9/2010
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| DON'T FORGET TO VOTE! |
[Around Indianola]
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Don't Forget to VOTE for Your Favorite Chiropractor in the
WARREN COUNTY'S BEST!
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Find a ballot in the Record Herald or visit
www.indianolarecordherald.com/bestofwarren
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| Posted By
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4/9/2010
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| Dr. Corys New Hours |
[Recent Updates]
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Dr. Cory's New Hours
Starting this Thursday!
April 8th
To better serve YOU!
Dr. Cory will be in the office on Thursday mornings
8:00AM - 11:00AM
Dr. Laura will still be in Thursday afternoons
1:00PM - 5:00PM
Drees Family & Sports Chiropractic
214 West Salem Ave.
Indianola, IA 50125
515-961-5202
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| Posted By
Kelly
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4/9/2010
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| Tuesday, February 02, 2010 |
| Suppressed Immune System |
[Condition of the Month]
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 SUPPRESSED IMMUNE SYSTEM
During the flu epidemic of 1917-1918, both chiropractors and osteopaths noticed that their patients had a lower fatality rate, 0.25% than the medical profession at 5-6%. The conclusion of a paper written in 1919 was that subluxations suppressed the immune system, and that removing them assisted the immune function. Now newer research shows that white blood cells increase with chiropractic adjustments. A smaller study showed that the immune response of HIV-positive patients increased as measured by their CD4 count with chiropractic adjustments. So the next time you want to cancel your appointment because your too sick, remember a chiropractic adjustment is just what the doctor ordered. References 1. Riley GW. Osteopathic success in the treatment of influenza and pneumonia. J Am Osteopathic Assn, 1919; 18:565 2. Brennan PC, etal. Immunologic correlate of reduced spinal mobility. Proceedings of the 1991 International Conference on Spinal Manipulation (FCER):118. 3. Brennan PC, etal. Enhance phagocytic cell respiratory burst induced by spinal manipulation. J Manipulative Physiol Ther 1991;14:399 4. Selano JL, et al. The effects of specific upper cervical adjustments on the CD4 counts of HIV positive patients. Chiropractic Research J 1994;3:32. 5. Todres-MasarskyM, Masarsky CS. The Somatovisceral Interface:Further evidence. In Masarsky CS, Todres-Masarsky M (editors). Somatovisceral Aspects of Chiropractic: An Evidence-Based Approach, 2001, Churchill Livingstone, New York.
SYMPTOMS: ¨ FEVER ¨ MUSCLE ACHES AND PAINS ¨ SWOLLEN LYMPH NODES ¨NAUSEA ¨ UPSET STOMACH OR DIARRHEA ¨ NASAL DRAINAGE ¨ HEADACHE
TREATMENT: Chiropractic corrects spinal abnormalities called vertebral subluxations that result in interference of the nervous system by placing pressure on nerves. Since the nervous system controls all functions of the body, including the immune system, chiropractic care can have a positive effect on immune function by increasing white blood cells.To see if chiropractic may be able to help you call Drs Cory and Laura Drees @ 515-961-5202.
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