Resources - Page 4 of 35 - AICA Orthopedics

Injuries, Physical Therapy | Jun 24, 2021

Can Physical Therapy Help with Jaw Pain?

You might not realize just how much your jaw can affect you until you start experiencing pain. Many people have heard of TMJ after talking with their dentist about teeth grinding, teeth clenching, and crackling sounds in the jaw bones. What many people don’t realize is that physical therapy can…

Knee Pain, Physical Therapy | Jun 21, 2021

How to Get the Most Out of Physical Therapy for Knee Pain

Have you recently hurt your knee? Or perhaps you’ve had a recent surgery on your knee? Whatever the cause of your knee pain, there are many reasons why physical therapy can be beneficial for you in the recovery process. Physical therapy can help you get moving in safe and healthy…

Chiropractic | Jun 18, 2021

Why Are Chiropractic Adjustments So Safe and Effective?

Chiropractic care has always been a popular option for all-natural diagnostics and treatments for a variety of injuries and issues. It continues to gain in popularity and now chiropractors are even working alongside doctors like orthopedists, neurologists, and physical therapists to provide you with comprehensive care. Chiropractic care is more…

Shoulder Pain | Jun 15, 2021

Dislocated Shoulder versus Separated Shoulder

If you’ve recently been in a car accident, suffered a sports injury, or slipped and fell, you may have suffered a shoulder injury. When you have severe shoulder pain, how do you know if you have a dislocated shoulder or a separated shoulder? These two conditions are easily confused because…

Shoulder Pain | Jun 12, 2021

What to Do About Pain Where the Shoulder Meets the Collarbone

Whether you’ve recently been in a car accident or fell and landed on your shoulder, an injury to the shoulder can cause pain at the collarbone as well. An injury to the collarbone can also cause shoulder pain because these two parts of the body are connected by cartilage. The…

Spine Care | Jun 9, 2021

Non-Surgical vs. Surgical Lumbar Decompression

When back pain starts to affect your quality of life it’s time to talk to your doctor about all your options. When your back pain is caused by a herniated disc or nerve damage in and around the spine, you may experience debilitating pain and even feel burning sensations, tingling,…

Hand Pain | Jun 6, 2021

Does My Hand or Wrist Injury Require Immediate Care?

We use our hands all the time and our wrists help make those movements happen. So, when you suffer an injury that affects your hand or wrist, it can affect your ability to do so many things in your daily life. If you are experiencing pain in your hand or…

Whiplash | Jun 3, 2021

Is Ice or Heat Better for Treating Whiplash?

Whiplash is an injury that can cause significant pain and discomfort in your head, neck, and back. If you’ve been in a car accident, especially if you were rear-ended, then your doctor will very likely want to assess you for whiplash because it is such a common injury. While whiplash…

Joint Pain | May 31, 2021

Joint Replacement Surgeries: 5 Things You Need to Know

While there isn’t a specific recommended age for joint replacement surgery, the medical field has seen a decrease in the number of joint replacement surgeries needed by people in their 40s and 50s. Joint replacement surgery is most common among older adults due to general wear and tear on the…

Spine Care | May 28, 2021

Top 3 Treatment Options for Herniated Discs

The discs that separate our vertebrae are small, but when they are displaced or damaged, they can have a big impact. A herniated disc can be extremely painful and even if you have managed the symptoms for some time, they will likely worsen and require treatment to fully resolve. Like…

Sports | May 25, 2021

Treating Your Sports Injury with Comprehensive Care

Athletes work hard on the field and off to build strength and agility, so when a sports injury occurs it can really affect the ability to compete. Some sports injuries can even have you sidelined from playing at the level you’re used to because of how sports injuries can temporarily…

Chiropractic | May 21, 2021

Better Posture = Better Health

At some point, you’ve probably been told to “stand up straight” or “stop slouching.” You may think this advice is about how you look, but posture is about so much more. Good posture is critical to balance, helping you avoid injuries and pain during activity, and can even strengthen your…

After An Accident | May 18, 2021

What You Need to Know About Scar Tissue After an Accident

After a car accident, there is a range of injuries you will commonly be checked for, including whiplash. As one of the most common injuries from a collision, a car accident doctor will always have whiplash in mind during initial evaluations. During this diagnostic process, they may ask you about…

Whiplash | May 15, 2021

How to Cope with Whiplash Pain

While whiplash happens in an instant, the recovery is unfortunately not as fast. Whiplash treatment often takes weeks or months to be fully effective, even in more mild cases. While every physical therapy appointment, chiropractic adjustment, and massage is getting you one step closer to full recovery, there may be…

After An Accident | May 10, 2021

What to Expect at Your First Appointment After a Car Accident

Throughout the year, most people have a number of routine doctor appointments, from the dentist to the primary care doctor. It’s easy to know what to expect at preventative appointments that you have had in the past. But it can be harder to know what to do after a car…

After An Accident | May 6, 2021

Strains and Sprains after a Car Accident

When you’ve been in a car accident, you might not notice you’ve been injured right away. That’s because you’re likely flooded with adrenaline and so some of your pain symptoms might be covered up. The shock and trauma of an accident can also prevent you from noticing symptoms of a…

Shoulder Pain | May 3, 2021

Do I Have a Dislocated Shoulder?

If you’ve recently been in a sports accident or suffered a traumatic fall, you may be in a lot of pain and discomfort. A hard blow to the shoulder can cause a dislocation, which is actually the most frequently dislocated joint in your body. The shoulder joint has such a…

After An Accident | Apr 29, 2021

Are Muscle Spasms After a Car Accident Normal?

After a car accident, you may be concerned about a range of things, including your car and insurance paperwork, not to mention your health and any symptoms you are experiencing. You may be surprised to notice you have no symptoms of injuries in the immediate aftermath of the crash- this…

Chiropractic | Apr 27, 2021

Can I See a Car Accident Chiropractor for Pain Unrelated to a Car Accident?

At some point in life, everyone experiences back or neck pain or other ailments and you may need to seek care from a chiropractor. Some chiropractors specialize in particular areas like pediatrics, orthopedics, digestive issues, or internal disorders. Car accident chiropractors are also a common specialty you may see when…

Whiplash | Apr 23, 2021

Can Whiplash Cause Vertigo?

Did you know that whiplash is the most common type of car accident injury? The reason whiplash is so common is because of how your body is protected in the event of a car accident. While seat belts and airbags are designed to prevent you from being ejected from the…

Chat Now