Without
some form of rehabilitation, recovery from an injury or a long
standing spinal proble can take longer to achieve. Overlooking
the importance of improved range of motion and muscle strengthening
can result in a relapse, with your original health problem returning
again and again.
Chiropractic
rehabilitation involves the restoration of proper joint function
of the spine or extremities, and the strengthening of supporting
muscles and soft tissues. This will usually involve specific spinal
adjustments, combined with a program of stretching, resistance
training, and exercises to improve muscle tone.
Some patients receive
a set of simple exercises or maneuvers they can do at home. Other
types of injuries will require the use of specialized equipment
to isolate and strengthen specific areas of the spine.
When muscles, tendons,
or ligaments of the spine are damaged through work injuries, car
accidents, overexertion, repetitive motion, or simply weakened
by inactivity, your overall health is affected.