Personal Injury Physicians

A Look at Recent Advancements in Pain Management and Treatment

Pain management is a complex area of medicine, because there are many factors to take into consideration when assessing a patient’s symptoms. For example, chronic pain manifests itself through physical symptoms, but it is partially a psychological issue that must be addressed through several personalized modalities for effective treatment. To tackle this challenge, experts in the field of pain management have implemented several new techniques that offer promising results for a large number of patients:

Using Existing Technology in New Ways
Heat therapy has long been used to bring relief to the site of acute pain, as it opens the blood vessels for improved circulation, helps remove toxins from the muscles, and reduces inflammation. A deep, soothing heating effect can be achieved through the use of ultrasound therapy, which involves the same ultrasound waves commonly used to take images of the body.

Improving Medical Imaging Techniques
Proper diagnosis is the first step in complete pain relief, and this is best achieved through digital radiography. By combining imaging tests like X-rays with digital technology, doctors are able to get a clearer picture of the affected bones, soft tissues, and joints.

Including Complementary Therapies
When used on its own, pain medication provides only temporary relief, which stops as soon as the medicine wears off. Patients have a much better chance of managing their pain when they use alternative therapies to support their treatment. Massage is one treatment modality that has only recently been used in a medical setting, but it dramatically improves symptoms of pain while promoting healthy relaxation.

Personal Injury Physicians in Jacksonville offers these and other methods of pain management so that each of our patients can live a pain-free life. Schedule a consultation to find out how our physicians can help you by visiting our website or calling us at (904) 638-3702.

Disclaimer:
The materials available at this website are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing medical advice. You should contact your doctor to obtain advice with respect to any particular medical issue or problem. Use and access to this website or any of the links contained within the site do not create a doctor-client relationship. The opinions expressed at or through this site are the opinions of the individual author and may not reflect the opinions of the medical office or any individual doctor or physician. 

Workplace Back Pain Tips

Lower back pain is a problem that nearly all Americans face at some point in their lives, and it is responsible for more sick days than any other ailment.

This video explains how to prevent lower back pain by building the muscles in your back with regular aerobic exercise. All types of physical activity will strengthen the muscles supporting your lower spine, so do the exercises you prefer during your downtime. This will help you stay healthy and avoid back pain in the workplace.

For more tips to keep you pain-free, consult the experts at Personal Injury Physicians. Make an appointment with our Jacksonville physical therapists by visiting our website or by calling (904) 638-3702.

Disclaimer:
The materials available at this website are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing medical advice. You should contact your doctor to obtain advice with respect to any particular medical issue or problem. Use and access to this website or any of the links contained within the site do not create a doctor-client relationship. The opinions expressed at or through this site are the opinions of the individual author and may not reflect the opinions of the medical office or any individual doctor or physician. 

How Chiropractic Treatment Can Benefit Athletes

If you are an athlete, you know that your body faces more wear and tear than that of the average person. Each time you practice and compete in your sport, your muscles, ligaments, tendons, and bones work hard to support you. Help your body keep up with this level of intense physical activity by having chiropractic adjustments throughout your training schedule. Getting these adjustments done by a licensed chiropractor is highly beneficial to athletes for a number of reasons:

Reduced Risk of Injury
When a chiropractor manipulates the joints, the body is realigned to relieve stress on areas that endure heavy pressure. This allows you to retain greater balance so that injuries are less likely to occur. Additionally, your posture generally improves after chiropractic manipulation, which further supports healthy movement during exercise.

Better Athletic Performance
The body of an athlete who uses chiropractic care is able to recover more quickly after rigorous activity. This effect is due to improvements in circulation that allow oxygenated blood to reach the muscles faster. During athletic activity, you will notice an improvement in your control over your muscles followed by a quick recovery that allows you to get back on the field faster.

Improved Health During Off-Season
Even when your sport’s season has ended, you can keep a competitive edge during training with chiropractic care. You will be able to train harder in the off-season, which will help you perform better in the demanding moments to come.

Take your athletic performance to the next level with the help of Personal Injury Physicians in Jacksonville. Our doctors understand the unique needs of professional and amateur athletes, and can help you stay on top of your game. Call us at (904) 638-3702 or visit our website for more information about our chiropractic and physical therapy services.
 

Disclaimer:
The materials available at this website are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing medical advice. You should contact your doctor to obtain advice with respect to any particular medical issue or problem. Use and access to this website or any of the links contained within the site do not create a doctor-client relationship. The opinions expressed at or through this site are the opinions of the individual author and may not reflect the opinions of the medical office or any individual doctor or physician. 

Why You May Not Feel Pain Immediately After an Accident

Personal injuries that are sustained after a car crash or another type of accident will often lead to complications because they have not been treated properly. This occurs not because of poor medical care, but because the patient has waited too long to seek treatment. Frequently, there will be little to no pain from a soft tissue injury just after an accident, and severe symptoms may take several weeks to set in. Even though the injury is present during this time, the body does not yet recognize the damage that has been done.

Understanding the Reaction of Pain
In the midst of an accident, your body is under heavy physical and mental stress. You may not even realize that you have been injured at all because your nervous system is not yet producing signals of pain to alert your brain that something is wrong. The body may also release chemicals that mask the sensation of pain. Once you have calmed down and gotten rest, these reactions will stop and you will feel steadier pain from the site of your injury. Bruising and swelling may also be delayed after an accident, so it can be hard to determine if immediate treatment is necessary.

What to Do After an Accident
Even if you are not in pain, visiting a personal injury physician after an accident is a good decision. You can be sure that you have not suffered any temporarily hidden damage by having X-rays and other tests performed, which will reduce any chances for future complications from an untreated injury. If an injury is left without medical attention, it could cause chronic pain that requires a series of costly medical treatments.

Get the care you need to stay healthy after an accident by visiting Personal Injury Physicians in Jacksonville. Check out our website or call us at (904) 638-3702 to schedule a consultation with one of our Jacksonville physicians.

Disclaimer:
The materials available at this website are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing medical advice. You should contact your doctor to obtain advice with respect to any particular medical issue or problem. Use and access to this website or any of the links contained within the site do not create a doctor-client relationship. The opinions expressed at or through this site are the opinions of the individual author and may not reflect the opinions of the medical office or any individual doctor or physician. 

Non-Surgical Pain Relief Methods to Explore Before Going Under the Knife

If you have recently suffered a personal injury that has left you with painful tissue damage, you may be frustrated with the ineffectiveness of pain medications. Many people undergo risky and invasive surgeries in an attempt to regain mobility and experience relief from pain, but this method should be undertaken as a last resort, due to the potential for worsening the condition. Before you agree to an unnecessary procedure, consider using the following techniques for relieving pain and facilitating healing:

Electrical Stimulation
Through the use of electrodes attached to the skin, a therapist can activate injured muscles with gentle pulses of electricity. This serves to strengthen and repair muscle tissue while nourishing it with increased blood flow.

Ultrasound
While ultrasound is commonly known as an imaging technique, it can also be used to safely provide heat to tissues deep below the skin’s surface. Ultrasound works by emitting high-frequency sound waves that heat up water molecules within the muscles and joints, providing increased circulation and facilitating mobility.

Massage and Intersegmental Traction
Both massage and intersegmental traction work by applying pressure to the muscles in order to stretch and relax them. Massage therapy is performed by a licensed massage therapist, who presses and rubs the muscles to warm them and flush out toxins. In contrast, intersegmental traction involves the use of a therapy table that contains rollers which move up and down the patient’s back, soothing taut muscles and relieving pain.

Exercise Therapy
With the help of an exercise therapist, patients can learn how to stand, sit, and walk to relieve pressure on the muscles and joints. During therapy sessions, exercises are performed in order to increase strength and range of motion.

To learn more about these and other non-invasive pain relief therapies, contact Personal Injury Physicians by calling (904) 638-3702. Our Jacksonville physical therapy practice aims to help patients regain physical freedom through the use of various therapeutic modalities.

Disclaimer:
The materials available at this website are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing medical advice. You should contact your doctor to obtain advice with respect to any particular medical issue or problem. Use and access to this website or any of the links contained within the site do not create a doctor-client relationship. The opinions expressed at or through this site are the opinions of the individual author and may not reflect the opinions of the medical office or any individual doctor or physician.