If you’re living with chronic pain and tension, Dr. John Boyle and Dr. Stephanie Burkett at Hazel Green Chiropractic & Wellness Center in Hazel Green, AL, offer deep tissue treatments and other highly effective pain relief techniques.
Guide to Treating Deep Layers of Tissue
Chronic pain and tension are often tied up in issues way below the surface in the deepest layers of tissues. These are the layers that can be difficult to reach through common methods and even regular stretching. And because they are so difficult to reach, they are often the source of chronic pain and suffering. In this guide, Dr. Boyle and Dr. Burkett at Hazel Green Chiropractic & Wellness Center in Hazel Green, AL, explain how these layers are impacted, the symptoms this impact can lead to, and how deep tissue treatments can help.
Deep Tissue Injuries
When we think of our muscles and soft tissues, we often think of those that we can easily feel. However, there is a whole network of muscles, connective tissue, and more lying much deeper.
Various issues and injuries can cause problems in this area. For example, a misalignment of the spine can cause these muscles and other tissues to work extra hard to hold your spine upright.
Over time, this leads to tension and knots that can create tender spots or put pressure on the nerves. The same occurs with injuries, such as a sports or auto accident injury, as well as chronic stress and leading a highly active lifestyle. Without proper care, this build-up can cause chronic pain, headaches, nerve compression, and much more.
Treating the Deep Tissues
Unfortunately, most traditional forms of stretching and soft tissue techniques only reach so far. Specialized techniques are required to reach the impacted tissues. While there are several techniques, some highly effective ones include those listed below.
- PNF stretching: PNF or Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation is a form of assisted flexibility training.
- Electrical stimulation therapy: EMS causes muscles to contract and release, improving blood flow to the tissues and reducing tension.
- Cold laser therapy: Cold laser therapy utilizes low levels of laser light to penetrate deep tissue layers to stimulate the increased processing of cellular energy, as well as improve blood flow.
- Therapeutic ultrasound: Ultrasound therapy sends sound waves into the deep tissue layers to break up scar tissue, knots, and tension.
Your chiropractor will determine which deep tissue techniques to provide according to your specific needs.
Learn more about deep tissue treatments by visiting Dr. Boyle and Dr. Burkett at Hazel Green Chiropractic & Wellness Center in Hazel Green, AL. Call (256) 828-4288 to schedule an appointment today.