CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is the most expensive of all work-related injuries. Over his or her lifetime, a carpal tunnel patient loses about $30,000 in medical bills and time absent from work. CTS typically occurs in adults, with women 3 times more likely to develop it than men. The dominant hand is …
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ARTHRITIS Years ago, doctors hardly ever told rheumatoid arthritis patients to “go take a hike” or “go for a swim.” Arthritis was considered an inherent part of the aging process and a signal to a patient that it’s time to slow down. But not so anymore. Recent research and clinical findings show that there is …
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FIBROMYALGIA If you or your loved ones have been diagnosed with fibromyalgia, you may be wondering what the disorder means for you. The condition still remains a mystery, although an estimated 3 to 6 percent of Americans, predominantly women, have fibromyalgia syndrome. Even diagnosing the condition can be complex: according to the National Fibromyalgia Association, …
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Car Accidents and Whiplash Whiplash is a generic term applied to injuries of the neck caused when the neck is suddenly and/or violently jolted in one direction and then another, creating a whip-like movement. Whiplash is most commonly seen in people involved in motor vehicle accidents, but it can also occur from falls, sports injuries, …
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HEADACHES If you have a headache, you’re not alone. Nine out of ten Americans suffer from headaches. Some are occasional, some frequent, some are dull and throbbing, and some cause debilitating pain and nausea. What do you do when you suffer from a pounding headache? Do you grit your teeth and carry on? Lie down? …
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SCIATICA Sciatica describes persistent pain felt along the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back, down through the buttock, and into the lower leg. The sciatic nerve is the longest and widest nerve in the body, running from the lower back through the buttocks and down the back of each leg. It controls the …
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NECK INJURIES Your neck, also called the cervical spine, begins at the base of the skull and contains seven small vertebrae. Incredibly, the cervical spine supports the full weight of your head, which is on average about 12 pounds. While the cervical spine can move your head in nearly every direction, this flexibility makes the …
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BACK INJURIES Walking upright on two feet has advantages, but it also puts intense pressure on the spine, as well as on other muscles and bones. Add to this improper sitting, lifting, or reaching—and the normal wear and tear of working and playing—and you have the perfect recipe for back pain. That’s why back pain …
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At 6808 Chiropractic Center we offer eight (8) patient rooms for patient privacy and treatment. Physiotherapy – ultrasound, cold laser therapy, hot/cold packs, electro-muscle stimulation, cervical and lumbar traction Women’s care – pregnancy adjustment Therapeutic massage available by appointment Rehab room – exercise equipment, dumbbells, 2 bicycles, elastic exercise bands Nutrition and weight loss advice …
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Dr. David Cohen, Chiropractor 6808 Torresdale Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19135-2314 Call us at: Phone: 215-333-6444 Fax: 215-333-4275 or send us a message using the form on this page. Business Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 8:00am – 4:00pm Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays & Sundays: Closed