Cleary Family Chiropractic: Blog

Neck pain happens, but that doesn’t mean it has to. With some lifestyle adjustments, you can prevent neck pain altogether. We at Cleary Family Chiropractic take pride in educating our patients about good spinal health. Since many of our patients experience neck pain, it's important to take a step back and see what is causing it. Only then can you take the necessary steps to prevent it!   Tips to prevent neck pain:   - Sleep on your back - Drink plenty of water - Make sure you are using a comfortable and supported pillow - Make sure your computer monitor is at eye level - When using your mobile phone for texting, keep it at eye level, take breaks, or use talk-text - When using your mobile phone for making calls, use a headset or earpiece - Stretch, exercise, and strengthen your neck muscles - Carry weight on your person so that it is evenly distributed - Practice a supportive posture (no slumping or hunching!) - Hold your phone at a distance rather than right in front of you   It’s...

In order to complement and enhance the healing effects of chiropractic manipulative treatment, Cleary Family Chiropractic provides hands-on physiological therapeutic procedures. We teach our patients special “blueprint” exercises uniquely designed for them, to help strengthen and correct their own particular problem. Our physiotherapy procedures include: Ultrasound Interferential electrical muscle stimulation Russian Stimulation Mechanical traction Cryotherapy Moist heat therapy Work hardening rehabilitation program Cold Laser Active Release Techniques Decompression Postural restorative exercises Your first session with Dr. Matthew Cleary or Dr. Dave Sikanowicz will be unique to you because your particular needs are addressed. The doctor will also ask a series of questions about your medical history as a starting point for his diagnosis. Once a diagnosis is reached, you will receive a treatment plan with set achievable goals. The doctor will also prescribe an at-home exercise/stretch ...