Conditions Our Chiropractors Treat
Conditions Our Chiropractors Treat
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Better Health Chiropractic & Physical Rehab, founded by Anchorage chiropractor Dr. Brent Wells in 1998, offers a range of highly effective, non-surgical treatments, including chiropractic care, massage therapy, and rehabilitative therapy to address a wide variety of health conditions.
Under the care of our chiropractors and physical rehabilitative therapists, patients of all ages find relief from many of the following conditions.
What Do Chiropractors Treat?
The first thing most folks see pop into their mind when they hear the word “chiropractor” is the spinal cord, perhaps a classroom image from childhood or a recollection of a fake & flexible plastic vertebral column doctors often have in their offices. Yep, chiropractors focus on the diagnosis and treatment of neuromuscular issues involving the spine, which itself is a major component of the central nervous system (CNS), the communication network between mind and body.
Through a variety of treatments, from adjustments and chiropractic massage to physical rehab, chiropractors seek to reduce pain, realign the spine, address specific vertebrae, improve mobility and functionality, educate their patients in terms of prevention [Hey, are you in a spine-friendly posture as you read?] and amplify clinical treatments with great nutrition and home care methods.
Just how many conditions may be treated by chiropractors? Good question. We have no clue. Hundreds. Better Health Chiropractic & Physical Rehab has two clinics in Anchorage, and a clinic in Wasilla and Juneau as well. Most of our patients are dealing with lumbar pain, degeneration symptoms, arthritic conditions, bulging & herniated discs, spinal injuries from work and outdoorsy stuff, etc. Life!
At the end of the day, the reason why individuals go through earning a doctorate of chiropractic, getting licensed, and setting up or joining a practice is because they believe in the science of optimizing the spinal column – including musculature – and improving CNS communication and efficiency. We believe the healthier your spinal column is, the healthier your overall body will become because the brain ultimately controls every cell in your body.
What really matters is that you are able to locate the source of your condition, get reliable treatment, and reduce or eliminate your pain and related symptoms. If you’re in Alaska, reach out to one of our clinics and we’ll get you in and diagnosed at your earliest convenience. From there you’ll know what your options are and what a truly personalized and noninvasive treatment plan looks like. Cheers!
Better Health Alaska Chiropractors Clinic Locations
South Anchorage
- 8840 Old Seward Hwy E, Anchorage, Alaska 99515
- Phone: 907-346-5255
- Open Hours: 9AM to 7PM
East Anchorage
- 725 Northway Dr, Anchorage, Alaska 99508
- Phone: 907-258-5255
- Open Hours: 9AM to 7PM
How Do Chiropractors Treat...
Arthritis
Did you know there are over 100 different types of arthritis? That being the case, treatments vary considerably depending on age, sex, medical history, root causes of the specific condition, etc. At Better Health Chiropractic we leverage both chiropractic care for the spinal column and chiropractic massage therapy for the musculature, along with physical and occupational rehab modalities.
Discover more about Arthritis Treatments.
Back Pain
We offer noninvasive and nonsurgical chiropractic care, from the DRS system and adjustments to massage and other safe approaches to disc decompression therapy.
Learn more about Back Pain.
Bursitis
We commonly recommend rehabilitative therapy methods that can help address the tender affected areas by reducing inflammation while restoring mobility.
Learn more about Bursitis.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
BHC focuses on rehabilitative therapy and chiropractic care to help patients get back to their normal function and activities. After determining the causes of carpal tunnel symptoms, we work to prevent nerve damage and loss of strength in fingers and hands and thereby provide an effective form of carpal tunnel therapy without invasive surgical treatments.
Learn more about Carpal Tunnel Treatments.
Disc Problems
In most cases, treatment options for bulging or herniated discs include chiropractic care, rehabilitative therapy, the DRS treatment, and MCU therapy. All BHC clinics are outfitted to provide the full array!
Learn more about Disc Problems.
Fibromyalgia
Because of the subjectivity and complexities involved with this condition and connected conditions, we look at a personalized mixture of chiropractic care, massage therapy, stress reduction techniques, along with rehab and occupational therapies.
Learn more about Fibromyalgia.
Headaches & Migraines
At Better Health Chiropractic & Physical Rehab, we look at several treatment options that can offer headache and migraine relief, including chiropractic care, rehabilitative therapy, and MCU therapy. Exact treatments depend on the severity and symptoms of each patient.
Discover more about Headaches & Migraines.
Neck Pain
Typically, neck pain treatments are chosen on the basis of whether or not pain is chronic, acute or unmanageable, and whether it’s Axial, Radiculopathy, or Myelopathy. Then, we personalize with a mixture of chiropractic and rehabilitative therapies.
Learn more about Neck Pain.
Pinched Nerves
Radiculopathy treatments depend on where the pinched nerve is – cervical, lumbar, thoracic – and specific symptoms being experienced. Typically programs will include elements of chiropractic care, rehabilitative therapy, the DRS system and MCU therapy.
Learn more about Pinched Nerves.
Scoliosis
Thankfully, scoliosis is a manageable condition. However, there are cases where surgery becomes necessary. Noninvasive treatment options we offer includes chiropractic care, rehabilitative therapy and DRS System treatments.
Learn more about Scoliosis.
Sciatica
We offer various chiropractic treatments for sciatica by approaching it from a mechanical and neurological perspective. Our chiropractors and physical rehabilitative therapists determine underlying causes and help to relieve pressure on the sciatic nerve.
Learn more about Sciatica.
Shoulder Pain
In most cases, shoulder pain is a symptom of impingement, rotator cuff problems and/or referred pain from the cervical spine. At BHC we typically design a personalized treatment plan that incorporates chiropractic medicine and rehabilitative therapy.
Learn more about Shoulder Pain.
Spondylosis
Thankfully most folks dealing with spondylosis, or spinal osteoarthritis, don’t require surgery and there are plenty of alternative treatments to investigate like acupuncture, short-term bed rest, and other lifestyle modifications. We help with adjustments, massage, and physical and occupational therapy modalities.
Learn more about Spondylosis.
Sprains & Strains
These are among the most common injuries we see here in Alaska because sprained ligaments and strained muscles and tendons can occur in nearly every major joint in the body. BHC treatment options for sprains and strains include chiropractic care, rehabilitative therapy, the DRS system, and MCU therapy.
Learn more about Sprains & Strains.
Stenosis
Depending on the severity of symptoms, we offer noninvasive treatment options that help to get our patients back into the business of living as pain free as possible. From physical and occupational therapy, to chiropractic care and massage, we’re focused on relief, with increased functionality and mobility.
Learn more about Stenosis.
Subluxations
Spinal subluxations can have a fair amount of negative impacts within the body, from strained muscles and sprained ligaments, to brain cord interference. Our treatment options for a subluxation include chiropractic care, rehabilitative therapy, DRS treatments and MCU therapy.
Learn more about Subluxations.
Tendonitis
Sometimes, due to injury, overuse, or age, the tendons become inflamed, making movements painful. The most common noninvasive medication-free treatment option for tendonitis is rehabilitative therapy.
Learn more about Tendonitis.
Whiplash
Most often with whiplash injuries, pain occurs immediately or is felt within a few days, but sometimes whiplash symptoms may not appear for weeks or even months after an accident. The good news is there are several treatment options available for whiplash including chiropractic care, massage therapy, and rehabilitation to improve muscle strength.
Learn more about Whiplash.
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Better Health Alaska Chiropractors has helped thousands of people with our non-invasive, multi-pronged approaches like the Alaska Back Pain Protocol and our 12-step Knee Renewal Program. We provide safe, effective, affordable treatments and accept most insurance plans. Most insured patients pay $25 or less per visit and we even have options for the uninsured.