Chronic hip pain can have a number of causes, and sedentary lifestyles leading to anterior pelvic shifts are often a big contributor. The good news? A multi-technique approach combining chiropractic adjustments, realignment, and massage therapy can often alleviate symptoms. If you’re hoping to treat hip pain with chiropractic care, here’s what you can expect at Dr. McSweeney’s Reno practice. Read More
You can differentiate your hip from your low back, of course, but determining the origin of pain in that general area is a little harder than you might realize. If you’re struggling with pain in your hip – or your low back – and you’re looking for relief, Dr. McSweeney can help you identify the real issue. Here are two tests to determine hip back from low back pain.
When you’re seeking treatment for something, whether it’s a broken leg, a sore back, or chronic migraines, it’s in your best interest to be an involved patient. In order to get the best medicine, you have to be present, sharing pertinent details so your doctor has the whole picture. Think 0f it like this – the more you put in to the appointment yourself, the more you’ll get out of it. Here are simple ways to become a savvier chiropractic patient, so that every appointment is effective. Read More
If you’ve ever complained of hip pain, you may be surprised to learn that it might not have been your hip causing you bother. The hip is actually a very strong joint between the long thigh bone and the pelvis, and there are easy ways to test for true hip pain. Read More