Ergonomic Principles

At Therapeutic Solutions LLC, we believe that ergonomics is important for your posture and your range of motion. Ergonomics looks at what kind of work you do, what tools you use and your whole job environment. In recent years, ergonomists have attempted to define postures which minimize unnecessary static work and reduce the forces acting on the body. In fact, all of us could significantly reduce our risk of injury if we could adhere to the following ergonomic principles:

• All work activities should permit the worker to adopt several different, but equally healthy and safe postures.


• Where muscular force has to be exerted it should be done by the largest appropriate muscle groups available.


• Work activities should be performed with the joints at about mid-point of their range of movement. This applies particularly to the head, trunk, and upper limbs.

No matter what the job is, the goal is to make sure that you are safe, comfortable and less prone to work-related injuries.

To learn more about the services we provide, visit our website at www.therapeutic-solutions-llc.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Christopher Brill at Therapeutic Solutions LLC in Newport News, VA, call 757-873-4131.

Chiropractic Diagnosis for Back Pain

At Therapeutic Solutions LLC, it doesn’t matter if you’re suffering from back pain, neck pain, shoulder pain, or have recently been injured in a car accident, because we are here to provide you with relief whatever the cause. Once you schedule an appointment with Dr. Christopher Brill, he will need to assess what is causing you strife. He does this by classifying your injury into one of three categories. These categories of chiropractic diagnosis include:  

• Potentially serious: tumor, infection, fracture, major neurological problem, local open wound or burn, prolonged bleeding, artificial joint implant problems, pacemaker problems, joint infection


• Nerve problem: when the nerve root in the low back is pinched or compressed, causing a radiculopathy (sciatica). Typical causes of nerve root pinching include a lumbar herniated disc, spondylolisthesis, spinal stenosis


• Non-specific: mechanical back pain in the lumbar spine. This type of lower back pain is the most common presentation, and includes pain for which there is no identifiable cause.

If you are suffering from pain of any kind, please give us a call. To learn more about the services we provide, visit our website at www.therapeutic-solutions-llc.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Christopher Brill at Therapeutic Solutions LLC in Newport News, VA, call 757-873-4131.

Chiropractic Treatment for Arthritis

Arthritis is inflammation of one or more of your joints. The main symptoms are joint pain and stiffness, which is why the condition may benefit from chiropractic treatment. Chiropractic is primarily used as a pain relief alternative for muscles, joints, bones, and connective tissue, such as cartilage, ligaments and tendons. However, because in some conditions and circumstances, chiropractic techniques can actually worsen the symptoms of arthritis, Dr. Christopher Brill will need to perform a thorough examination before suggesting proper treatment.

The main goals of arthritis treatments are to reduce symptoms and improve quality of life. There are several different types of arthritis and treatment will vary on the type that is diagnosed. Depending on the kind of arthritis you have, your signs and symptoms may include pain, stiffness, swelling, redness, and decreased range of motion. Specific chiropractic adjustments can take stress off your nervous system, allowing your body to rest relax and heal.

If you are suffering from arthritis pain, give us a call to discuss your treatment options. For more information about the services we provide, visit our website at www.therapeutic-solutions-llc.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Christopher Brill at Therapeutic Solutions LLC in Newport News, VA, call 757-873-4131.

What Causes Spinal Degeneration?

Degenerative disc disease is not really a disease, but a term used to describe the normal changes in your spinal discs as you age. Spinal discs are soft, compressible discs that separate the vertebrae that make up the spine. Certain conditions such as osteoarthritis, a herniated disc, and spinal stenosis, may put pressure on the spinal cord and nerves, leading to pain and possibly affecting nerve function. Whatever the cause of spinal degeneration is, Dr. Christopher Brill can diagnose it and provide the proper treatment.  

As we age, spinal discs break down, or degenerate, which may result in degenerative disc disease in some people. Spinal degeneration is more likely to occur in people who smoke cigarettes and those who do heavy physical work. People who are obese are also more likely to have symptoms of degenerative disc disease. During the physical exam, Dr. Christopher Brill will ask you about your symptoms, your medical history, injuries or illnesses and habits or activities that may be causing pain in the upper and lower back. Treatment will be discussed once the exam is complete.

If you have further questions about spinal degeneration, give us a call. For more information about spinal degeneration as well as the services we provide, visit our website at www.therapeutic-solutions-llc.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Christopher Brill at Therapeutic Solutions LLC in Newport News, VA, call 757-873-4131.

Chiropractic Care for Restless Legs

Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is a disorder of the part of the nervous system that causes an urge to move the legs. Because it usually interferes with sleep, it is also considered a sleep disorder. There is generally no known cause for restless leg syndrome, however, if medical treatments including muscle relaxers and physical therapy are unsuccessful, you might want to visit us at Therapeutic Solutions LLC to seek  chiropractic care.

When you visit Dr. Christopher Brill, he will perform an initial routine exam. The exam will include obtaining a general medical history or medical background pertaining to restless leg syndrome as well as other pertinent medical information. As a form of treatment, Dr. Brill should be able to relax your muscles through routine adjustments. Adjustments targeting lower back subluxations and pelvic instability may help relieve RLS discomfort and having an adjustment performed once or twice a week may help improve RLS symptoms over time.

If you suffer from restless legs and would like to give chiropractic treatment a try, give us a call. For more information about the services we provide, visit our website at www.therapeutic-solutions-llc.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Christopher Brill at Therapeutic Solutions LLC in Newport News, VA, call 757-873-4131.

Chiropractic Treatment For Vertigo

Vertigo is the term often used to describe dizziness associated with an illusion of movement, often a spinning sensation. It can be caused by problems in the brain or the inner ear. You never know when you'll be caught off guard by vertigo, but when this happens, there are several ways that Dr. Christopher Brill can treat you. 

Treatment for vertigo depends on what's causing it. In many cases, vertigo goes away without any treatment. This is because your brain is able to adapt, at least in part, to the inner ear changes, relying on other mechanisms to maintain balance. However, vertigo can often be treated with manipulation as well as positioning maneuvers and exercises. If the source of a patient's vertigo appears to be the inner ear, Dr. Christopher Brill may assist him or her through a specific procedure to attempt to reposition the debris to a more innocuous position. 

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

First Appointment

When you come into our office, we want you to be comfortable. If you’ve never been to a chiropractor, you should know what to expect when you visit our beautiful Therapeutic Solutions LLC facility in Newport News, VA.

We want to make your first appointment as relaxing as possible. While many believe that chiropractic adjustments are painful, you should know that these adjustments are not painful, in fact, they can be quite soothing. Dr. Brill maintains that he’s not healing his patients; he’s just making the adjustments that help the body heal itself. With that in mind, remember that you’re coming in to relieve your pain, so any procedure that Dr. Brill performs will go towards alleviating your pain. It doesn’t matter if you have headaches, stress related symptoms or you hurt your back walking down the stairs, Dr. Brill is there to hear your concerns and relieve you of your pain.

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