Florida is a desirable place to be – it is “the Sunshine State”, after all. Whether it be snow birds flocking down to escape the cold, tourists, or the approximate 1,218 people moving to Florida every day, more people = more cars. With roadways more congested, we have consequently seen an increase in accidents as […]
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You might think of stretching, exercising, massage therapy? You might think of areas of the body like your neck, or your knee… But did you know that physical therapy can also treat digestive conditions? This may surprise you, but physical therapy can also be used to treat certain digestive issues. The first stop should be […]
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So you’ve been in an accident, or had a fall. Maybe there was no incident and you have been experiencing chronic pain for years; what next? Let’s take a look at the timeline of care when going to see a professional, licensed chiropractor… At MedAmerica Chiropractic and Physical Therapy of Deerfield Beach, you start off […]
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While their philosophies are similar (we manually work on the body to make it heal), physical therapists help you perform stretches and exercises to improve your mobility. Exercises may include squats, lunges, rotations, depending on what your injury or point of focus is. Chiropractors perform manipulations and adjustments on the spine (crack!) to help your […]
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The specific definition of a chiropractor is a licensed healthcare professional who treats disorders of the musculoskeletal system through manual adjustment or manipulation of the spinal vertebrae to correct nervous system dysfunction. When we think of a chiropractor, we often associate them with neck injuries, spine injuries, anything along the vertical plane of the body. […]
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Sitting at a desk all day, or repetitive motions can cause poor posture. So here are some exercises that will, if completed regularly and over time, improve your posture! Child’s Pose: For a postural stretch begin with a simple child’s pose. Sit in a kneeling position on a carpet or yoga mat to protect your […]
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Sprains can be tricky to navigate. Even mild sprains which often happen around ankles, knees, and wrists can result in discomfort for days with long-term side effects if not cared for properly. Not to mention, these injuries are often not deemed “severe enough” for doctors visits, but still leave you with care questions. While it’s […]
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A doctor has suggested and prescribed an MRI or an X-ray, what does that mean exactly? We frequently hear of these tests, but are rarely told what they are looking for, what they mean and how they differ. That’s why we are here! We are going to briefly break down their purpose and why it […]
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If you have been told it’s time to see a physical therapist and you’ve never been before, you might be wondering what it will be like. Will it hurt? Why do I have to go to a physical therapist? What is physical therapy? Why do I have to do exercises? These are all normal, common […]
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Labral tears are injuries to the disc of cartilage that surrounds the ball-and-socket shoulder joint. These injuries are usually the result of long term wear and tear, participation in athletics like baseball or weightlifting, or accidents dealing with automobile crashes or falls. Depending upon the degree of the injury, surgery could be minimally invasive or […]
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