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 Rehabilitation is part of a total package for healing properly. Chiropractic adjustments coupled with specific tailor made exercises combine a formula for long lasting results. Performing exercises at home such as stretching and strengthening allow for more complete healing. Studies have shown that patients who perform exercises at home are less likely to have a relapse. Without some form of rehabilitation, recovering from an injury or spinal problem may actually be prolonged. By strengthening the muscles, tendons and ligaments, the skeletal system is much more able to support the weight of the body.
For optimal health, your treatment plan will include spinal adjustments initially, followed by a stretching program, and quite possibly a strength and conditioning program. Without some form of rehabilitation, recovering from an injury or spinal problem may actually be prolonged. Rehabilitation may include anything from physical therapy modalities such as ice and electrical stimulation, to home exercises using elastic tubing. At Lancaster Depew Chiropractic, in-house therapies include ultrasound, diathermy, interferential, ice and heat, just to name a few. Without some form of rehabilitation, recovering from an injury or spinal problem may actually be prolonged. Each exercise program is tailor made to your specific problem or injury, allowing for people to become proactive in their own health.
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