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Dr. Robert J. Adams, D.C.

Chiropractor

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Dr. Robert J. Adams, D.C.
  • Scotts Valley, CA
  • Accepting new patients

Can chiropractors treat tendonitis?

Yes, tendonitis is within our scope and within our skill set to treat.

Can a chiropractor help shoulder tendonitis?

Yes, I would recommend a Sport Chiropractor for this complaint.

What happens if tendonitis goes untreated?

Untreated tendonitis can become worse and even lead to more serious pathology over time. I recommend getting treatment as soon as possible in order to decrease complications and READ MORE
Untreated tendonitis can become worse and even lead to more serious pathology over time. I recommend getting treatment as soon as possible in order to decrease complications and to speed healing times.

How do you crack your shoulder back?

I do not advise trying to adjust your own shoulder. This is for trained professionals only. What you can do is strengthen and stretch the muscles of the shoulder girdle to create READ MORE
I do not advise trying to adjust your own shoulder. This is for trained professionals only. What you can do is strengthen and stretch the muscles of the shoulder girdle to create balance. This will decrease pain and improve function of the shoulder.

How should I sleep with shoulder pain?

I would try to sleep on your back or avoid sleeping on your side.

How do you crack someones back with a bear hug?

This is not advisable to do without proper training. That method is not specific to treating dysfunction of the spine.

How can I stop my shoulders from hurting at night?

It is important to have adequate strength in the rotator cuff, rhomboids, and lower trapezius for healthy pain free shoulders. Without this balance of these muscles the chest muscles READ MORE
It is important to have adequate strength in the rotator cuff, rhomboids, and lower trapezius for healthy pain free shoulders. Without this balance of these muscles the chest muscles round the shoulders forward and create pain and dysfunction.

How do you crack your upper back and neck?

You must go to a licensed Chiropractor for this treatment. Performance of this procedure by any non licensed professional is dangerous and could cause harm to the spine.

Sharp upper back pain?

I would recommend going to a Chiropractor for an examination, specifically a Sports Chiropractor. This sounds like either a pulled muscle, or your spine has torsion in it.

Why does the side of my foot feel like it needs to crack?

The feet constantly take all of our weight against gravity, so the muscles and joints of the feet are very susceptible to strain and misalignment. I recommend going to a Sports READ MORE
The feet constantly take all of our weight against gravity, so the muscles and joints of the feet are very susceptible to strain and misalignment. I recommend going to a Sports Chiropractor or any Chiropractor who treats extremity complaints, to check your foot.

How do chiropractors adjust ankles?

There are several techniques to adjust ankles, which usually involve traction of the ankle and dorsiflexion of the foot (pulling the ankle while the toes are flexed up).

Can you go to a chiropractor for foot pain?

Yes, Chiropractors are licensed to treat all conditions of the muscles and joints of the entire body. I recommend searching for a Chiropractor who uses extremity techniques such READ MORE
Yes, Chiropractors are licensed to treat all conditions of the muscles and joints of the entire body. I recommend searching for a Chiropractor who uses extremity techniques such as a Sports Chiropractor.

How do you realign your foot?

I do not recommend attempting to realign your own foot as you may make problems worse. I recommend going to a professional such as a Chiropractor to assess your foot and align READ MORE
I do not recommend attempting to realign your own foot as you may make problems worse. I recommend going to a professional such as a Chiropractor to assess your foot and align it if necessary.

Can a chiropractor help with plantar fasciitis?

Yes a Chiropractor can diagnose and treat plantar fasciitis.

How can I adjust my ankles myself?

It is not advisable to adjust your ankles without professional help. However, you may do some stretching to increase the mobility of the ankles. Calf stretches are a good option. READ MORE
It is not advisable to adjust your ankles without professional help. However, you may do some stretching to increase the mobility of the ankles. Calf stretches are a good option.

Can chiropractors help flat feet?

Chiropractors can help flat feet. I also recommend paying for high quality orthotics to help correct flat feet.

What is better for sciatica acupuncture or chiropractor?

Chiropractic is more suited to diagnose and treat sciatica.

Can chiropractors help with elbow pain?

Yes, Chiropractors are licensed to diagnose and treat all musculoskeletal conditions including elbow pain. I recommend searching for a Sports Chiropractor or any Chiropractor who READ MORE
Yes, Chiropractors are licensed to diagnose and treat all musculoskeletal conditions including elbow pain. I recommend searching for a Sports Chiropractor or any Chiropractor who treats extremity conditions.

How do you realign your elbow?

There are many different techniques to realign the elbow, the effectiveness of these techniques depend on what has caused your elbow to be out of alignment. Going to a Chiropractor READ MORE
There are many different techniques to realign the elbow, the effectiveness of these techniques depend on what has caused your elbow to be out of alignment. Going to a Chiropractor who specializes in extremity conditions is the best option for you. I do not recommend trying to realign your elbow without professional help.

How do you fix a dislocated elbow by yourself?

An elbow dislocation is not something to simply fix. You need to go to a medical professional and get the elbow examined and treated properly.