Chiropractic and Exercise

Combining chiropractic care with home exercise is a great way to improve your health and increase your overall wellness. Whether you are suffering from a chronic condition or just hoping to maximize your body’s potential, Dr. Christopher Brill of Therapeutic Solutions LLC can help you develop an exercise plan for better health.

 

Exercise has many benefits, especially when combined with chiropractic treatment. Many studies have shown that it is an effective way to manage both acute and chronic lower back pain and other conditions, helping patients to keep working while improving their overall quality of life. In addition to helping with injuries, regular home exercise also keeps the muscles in proper tone, promotes circulation and can help your body function better as a whole.

 

Strengthening your muscles has direct and indirect benefits on your health, including increasing your ease of movement, improving posture and stabilizing your joints, as well as decreasing your risk of falls and injuries. Including exercise as one of his 12 rules for longevity, Dr. Brill recommends at least 15 minutes of exercise a day.

 

For more information visit our website at www.therapeutic-solutions-llc.com or feel free to contact Dr. Brill & staff in Newport News, VA 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

Headaches

Headaches are one of the most common complaints that we hear from our patients, and although they can be caused by many different factors, mechanical problems in the neck and upper back tend to be a leading cause. This type of headache is called a tension headache, and chiropractic treatment can be very effective at alleviating and preventing them. At our office in Newport News, VA, Dr. Christopher Brill can provide you with spinal adjustments to effectively restore your neck and back to proper function to eliminate and prevent further pain.

 

Tension headaches are a result of muscle tension in the neck and upper back, which irritates the nerves that control blood flow to the brain. This can cause you to feel pain in your upper neck or the back of your head, as well as in your head’s frontal region, sinus region, top or sides. These headaches can present as a throbbing, as an ache or just as a constant pain. Spinal adjustments can relieve the pain by improving the alignment and movement of the cervical vertebrae in the neck and taking undue stress off the neck and back muscles. This then relieves the pressure and irritation that causes your headaches.

 

From car accidents to stress to poor posture, there are a variety of factors that can contribute to the type of spinal misalignment that interferes with the neck’s ability to function properly. Muscles in the neck and back can become tight from stress, work, lack of sleep, sinusitis or trauma, and this tightness can cause a subluxation, which then further increases muscle tension. Regular chiropractic treatment allows you to correct the damage done by daily stress and trauma and prevent tension headaches altogether.

 

For more information visit our website at www.therapeutic-solutions-llc.com or feel free to contact Dr. Brill & staff in Newport News, VA 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

Chiropractic Care in the Military

Chronic, physical pain resulting from serious trauma affects thousands of soldiers and veterans every day.  In many cases, the pain interferes with normal function and the ability to perform daily duties. While many may turn to pain pills to try and alleviate the pain, those seeking a holistic, drug free approach are turning to chiropractic care and are seeing great results.

 

Studies have shown that the nature of a military member’s job puts them at an increased risk for developing chronic pain. The regular demands and stress of the job are often multiplied during combat, especially when it’s difficult to find proper medical attention. Cumulative stress, single-event trauma and surgery all contribute to the development of chronic pain. The good news is that military members and veterans are turning to chiropractic care. Studies also indicate that military personnel take advantage of chiropractic services up to seven times more than civilians.

 

One of the main reasons military members turn to chiropractic care is due to high painkiller use and abuse amongst active military and veterans. These painkillers have proven to be extremely addictive and often come with serious side-effects.

 

If you or someone you know that is active military or a veteran that is suffering from chronic pain, visit www.therapeutic-solutions-llc.com to learn more about your treatment options with Dr. Christopher Brill.

 

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

Nutrition

While good nutrition is the most natural way to give your body what it needs, your body isn’t always clear in specifying what it needs.  Too much of one chemical, not enough of one vitamin, a wrong combination of the right nutrients can amount to a number of complications that range from stubborn weight loss and fatigue, to insomnia and poor immune function.

 

That’s why it’s important to consider nutrition when healing or prevention common ailments. Here at Therapeutic Solutions LLC, nutrition is one of the methods we utilize to help you get and stay well, including the increasingly popular and effective paleo diet.

 

If you’ve been searching for a path to better health and wellness through nutrition and other natural treatment, contact us and schedule a consultation.  We’ll be happy to answer all of your questions and set up a wellness plan that works for you.

 

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

Pediatric Chiropractic Care

Many patients are surprised when we suggest they bring their children to our practice. In actuality, pediatric chiropractic care is common and extremely beneficial. We can provide care for newborns, infants, and children to help with pain, discomfort, or diseases they might have.

 

Dr. Christopher Brill is experienced in providing gentle chiropractic care for children and adolescents. Continued care is recommended for children as the frequent visits can help them prevent various types of injuries or reduce the severity of their pain.

 

Here at Therapeutic Solutions LLC we provide pediatric chiropractic care for the following common conditions:

• Headaches
• Check-ups
• Neck pain
• Upper respiratory infections
• Lower back pain
• Asthma
• Allergies
• Indigestion
• Thoracic pain
• Bed wetting (enuresis)

Pediatric chiropractic care offered here in our chiropractic clinic helps your child find relief for these medical conditions and become more comfortable. Whether they have allergies or are showing signs of bed wetting, we can provide adjustments, massage, and other therapies to help them get through it. If you have additional questions about pediatric chiropractic care, visit us at www.therapeutic-solutions-llc.com or Call our Newport News office at 757-873-4131 for your complementary consultation.

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

Cryotherapy

For those suffering with spasms and haven’t found the relief they’re looking for, it might be time to look into cryotherapy. At Therapeutic Solutions LLC, we have adopted this new technology in order to better treat our patients.

 

Cryotherapy is a procedure that helps numb painful areas as well as provides a cooling relief to the affected soft tissues. Cold applied to the area decreases the flow of this fluid into the tissues and slows the release of chemicals that cause pain. Cold decreases feeling in an area by reducing the ability of the nerve endings to conduct impulses.

 

Cold compresses are used to reduce bleeding and swelling within the injured tissue and is best used within 48 hours of your injury. Cryotherapy should not be used for patients who have the following:

1. Circulation problems
2. Are unconscious
3. Those who cannot feel cold (numbness)
4. Allergies

For those who do qualify, cryotherapy is a great solution for your back spasm and soft tissue injury problems. Cryotherapy is an excellent solution when it comes to reducing swelling and further injury in the early stages of the healing process.  For more information about our office or cryotherapy, please visit: www.therapeutic-solutions-llc.com or call us 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

 

 

 

Back Pain

Back Pain

Auto accidents, sports injuries, and muscle strain can all cause patients to experience back pain.  For many, these common injuries can be inhibiting and frustrating.  It’s probably not surprising that one of the best ways to find natural, non-invasive relief is through chiropractic care.  We offer hands-on spinal manipulation and adjustments, as well as several chiropractic therapies that help patients find effective care and pain relief.

 

Spinal alignment enables the body to heal itself without surgery or medication.  Chiropractic adjustments move the vertebrae into alignment, restoring mobility to joints restricted by injury.  If you are experiencing back pain, we encourage you to visit us at www.therapeutic-solutions-llc.com  Our chiropractic care services can help diagnose the root cause of your pain and help you find natural, lasting relief.

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

How Can Chiropractic Help Piriformis Syndrome?

Located deep in the buttock, below the gluteus maximus, the piriformis muscle extends from the sacrum to the outer hip bone and is responsible for stabilizing the hip joint and lifting and rotating the thighs away from the body. Often confused with sciatica because it produces a similar pain in the lower back and into the legs, piriformis syndrome is caused when the piriformis muscle becomes shortened or tightened or when the muscle spasms and becomes inflamed. When inflamed, the muscle can put pressure on the sciatic nerve that runs beneath it. If you are experiencing pain, tingling or numbness in your lower back, buttocks and legs, Dr. Christopher Brill can relive your pain and restore you to health in Newport News, VA.

A common factor that leads to the development of piriformis syndrome is the performance of activities with excessive weight bearing, changing direction and running. This means that many athletes, namely runners and weight lifters, suffer from this condition. Externally rotating the hip for extended periods of time is another factor. This is most often seen in ballet dancers and those who walk with their feet turned outward. Misalignment of the pelvis bones can also be involved.

At Therapeutic Solutions, LLC, we can use trigger point therapy, adjustment, stretching and strengthening exercises combined with inferential electo-therapy and electrical muscle stimulation to treat piriformis syndrome. These therapies reduce spasms and tightness and help the muscle heal. If your syndrome is caused by the way you walk, foot orthotics may be necessary.

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

Hip Pain

Hip pain is a common condition that is experienced by our patients, though there are many different areas of the hip that are causing the pain. Some causes of hip pain we see include arthritis, bursitis, fractures of the hip, tendon strain and muscle strain. Dr. Christopher Brill here at Therapeutic Solutions, LLC provides chiropractic care to help relieve the pain and prevent further damage to the hip joint. In many situations, the hip pain is a result of the body being out of alignment.

The symptoms of hip pain not only include pain and stiffness in the hip, but also in the following areas of the body:

• Thigh


• Groin


• Buttocks


• Inside the hip joint


• Outside the hip joint

Chiropractic care helps our patients with hip pain through adjustments and manipulations, massage and preventative care. We locate the cause of the pain and use that to determine the best available treatment. We assess each case individually and work to prevent further pain episodes as much as possible. If you are experiencing hip pain and looking for a solution, call our Newport News office at 757-873-4131 for a free consultation or send us an email at drbrill.therapeuticsolutions@yahoo.com.

Migraines

For many, migraines feel worse than a severe headache. As our patients know, migraines cause debilitating pain, usually in the form of a pulsating or throbbing sensation on one side or both sides of the head. Many sufferers also deal with sensitivity to light and sound, nausea and vomiting.

Patients may experience an aura shortly before the migraine as a warning sign, which includes flashes of light and tingling in the arms or legs, but not always.

Aside from taking medications for migraines, there aren’t many ways to prevent them. However, here at Therapeutic Solutions, LLC, we provide chiropractic care that helps patients reduce the frequency and severity of their migraines. Some of our patients even report they hardly get them at all when they get regular treatments from Dr. Christopher Brill.

Chiropractic treatments that are effective at relieving migraines and preventing them include massage therapy, biofeedback and adjustments, which help balance the nervous system and provide overall health, which offers a lower frequency of migraines.

Contact our chiropractic office at 757-873-4131,e-mail drbrill.therapeuticsolutions@yahoo.com  or visit us in Newport News, VA for information about migraine treatments. Ask us about our same day appointments too!

Neck Pain

Here at Therapeutic Solutions LLC, we believe in healing the body, not just one ailment. But many times patients see us for localized pain and discomfort, such as neck pain, and it is our first priority to treat that condition first. By treating this area, the rest of the body also starts healing thanks to better balance and harmony. Unfortunately, neck pain is a common complaint with our patients, as it can result from injuries or repetitive motions and strain.

The following causes can lead to neck pain, according to the U.S. National Library of Medicine:

• ·         Bad posture


• ·         Bending over for long periods of time


• ·         Whiplash and vehicle accidents


• ·         Sleeping in the wrong position


• ·         Turning or twisting


• ·         Sprains


• ·         Medical conditions


• ·         Infection or cancer of the spine

Pain medications only relieve the pain and discomfort for a short period of time, and it typically returns in a few hours. With chiropractic care provided by Dr. Christopher Brill, patients are addressing the cause of their neck pain, not just covering up the discomfort. This provides them with a long-term solution toward balancing their spine’s vertebrae and improving the pain continuously. Be sure to give us a call at 757-873-4131, e-mail drbrill.therapeuticsolutions@yahoo.com or visit our chiropractic office in Newport News, VA to learn more about neck pain treatments.