Dr.Brill's Blog: April 2015

Thursday, April 23, 2015

How Chiropractic Can Help Sciatica

Sciatica is not a stand-alone medical condition but a set of symptoms described as persistent pain along the sciatic nerve. The sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back thorough the buttocks and into the lower leg, is the longest and widest nerve in the body, and it controls the muscles of the lower leg and provides sensation to the thighs, legs and feet. A common form of lower back pain, sciatica can range from radiating pain along the nerve to a dull ache to a mild tingling to a burning sensation.

If you are experiencing sciatica, you can come to Therapeutic Solutions LLC in Newport News, VA for treatment. We offer a non-invasive, conservative, drug-free treatment plan, allowing you to treat your pain in a holistic and natural method. While treatment plans vary depending on the underlying cause of the problem, our chiropractor Dr. Christopher Brill will restore your spinal movement and improve function while decreasing the pain and inflammation around your sciatic nerve. Depending on the underlying cause of your sciatica, chiropractic treatment can include spinal adjustments, rehabilitative exercises, ice and heat therapy, ultrasound and transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS).

For more information visit our website at www.therapeutic-solutions-llc.com or feel free to contact Dr. Brill & staff at 757-873-4131.

Yours in Good Health,

Dr. Christopher Brill

Therapeutic Solutions LLC

Chiropractic & Wellness Center

716-A Thimble Shoals Blvd.

Newport News, VA 23606

757-873-4131

Wednesday, April 8, 2015

Stress Management

In most cases, stress causes negative health effects such as high blood pressure, damage to muscle tissues, damaged immune system and many other negative effects if left untreated. You might not realize that there are non-substance methods to reducing stress. One of the best options available to patients is chiropractic care. Dr. Christopher Brill of Therapeutic Solutions LLC in Newport News, VA uses a number of chiropractic techniques to revive patients and relieve them of the stresses of life.

Dr. Brill is able to provide a drug-free, non-invasive treatment for many types of pain and inflammation caused by stress. When your body is under stress, the brain signals the adrenal glands to produce hormones, including cortisol and epinephrine. These hormones trigger the body's "flight or fight" response. The chiropractic adjustments completed by Dr. Brill should be enough to convince the brain to turn off the “fight or flight” response that is triggered by stress.

Chiropractors work primarily with the spine, home of the nerve impulses that travel from the brain to the rest of the body. Through chiropractic adjustments, Dr. Brill is able to release muscle tension, and help the body return to a more balanced, relaxed state. Adjustments also reduce spinal nerve irritation, and improve blood circulation. A healthy and balanced spine is one key to effectively managing stress. Though Dr. Brill cannot make your job less stressful or improve your home life, he can provide you with handling stress better and helping your body cope with stress.