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Chiropractor Fishers shares low back exercises for beginners.

admin1 — Fri, 22 Oct 2010 12:45:55 +0000

Here is a simple exercises that you can do at home with no equipment.

It works the multifidus, erector spinae, transverse abdominus, oblique muscles.

The purpose of this exercise is to Increase low back strength and muscular endurance. By doing this exercise you can have the benefits of Improved stability, functional strength and injury prevention

Begin lying on your back.

Extend arms above head flat on floor.

Activate core and lift knees above hips and maintain a 90/90 hip and knee position.

Activate core.

Lift one arm off the floor and raise it towards ceiling until above shoulder level while simultaneously extending one leg downward towards floor.

Pause momentarily.

Return to start position, alternating sides.

Core activation should be maintained throughout entire exercise.

Repeat for recommended repetitions and sets.

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Chiropractor Fishers shares shoulder exercises for beginners.

admin1 — Fri, 15 Oct 2010 12:40:33 +0000

Body: Here is a simple exercise that you can do at home with no equipment.

It works the areas related to the shoulder such as deltoid – anterior, deltoid – lateral, pec major – clavical head, and coracobrachialis muscles.

The purpose of this exercise is to Increase shoulder strength and muscular endurance. By doing this exercise you can have the benefits of Improved stability, functional strength and injury p

Begin on floor on hands and knees.

Hips should be above knees and shoulders above hands. Attain a straight spine position.

Activate core muscles. While maintaining a straight spine, reach forward until arm is at shoulder level. Slowly return to start position.

Repeat for prescribed repetitions and sets.

Chiropractor Fishers shares intermediate level abdominal exercise.

admin1 — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 08:35:03 +0000

Involves no equipment.

This exercise works the abdominal, oblique internal/external, iliopsoa muscles.

The purpose is to increase abdominal strength and muscular endurance.

The benefits include improved stability, functional strength and injury prevention.

Begin lying on floor.

Lift knees so that a 90º position is attained at hip and knees. Place hands beside ears. Activate core.

Lift shoulder off floor approximately 6 inches attempting to bring elbow toward opposite opposite knee so that both simultaneously meet.

Return to start position and repeat on opposite side. Continue alternating sides until recommended repetitions are complete.

Chiropractic and Extremities

thedoc — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 14:48:32 +0000

The old adage “the leg bone is connected to the…thigh bone”, is perhaps most underrated saying in the care for musculoskeletal injuries. Forgetting the foundation of this adage, in many doctor’s offices, will lead to misdiagnosis and poor results. Let’s take your knee for example. The first point of impact and loading on the body is the feet. Because of footwear, humans have adapted an arch, which in prehistoric days, humans were flatfooted. Because of the anatomical flaws associated with this evolution, we can develop many issues. Fallen Arch Syndrome is common place today, and is in fact the leading cause of knee injuries. You see, when the Arch of the foot drops, or overpronated, it increases pressure on the inside of the knee. Gravity is now working against you, and your joints are now prone to injury.

In my experience, where many physicians fail in their diagnosis and treatment protocol, is in these details. When a patient comes to the office complaining of knee pain, the physician will typically examine the knee and the area of pain. They will then proceed to treat the pain locally. While this may be a good short term option, the larger problem still remains, the Fallen Arch. At this point, care needs to be taken to correct the Fallen Arch to prevent further injury, and relieve any residual pain.

As a Sports Chiropractor, I focus on these patterns that are often missed by physicians. In doing so, patients not only get out of pain, but experience long term results. If you are having pain, I would be glad to consult with you to get you back in the game.

Call upon Dr. Drew Hoffman at Allisonville Chiropractic in Fishers today to schedule a FREE Consultation (317) 836-5221…. www.chiropractorfishers.com

Dr. Drew Hoffman

Sports Chiropractor

Fishers Chiropractor Explains How To Avoid Pain While Sitting At Your Desk

thedoc — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 14:23:11 +0000

If you work a desk job, inevitably you’ve encountered a sore back from sitting for extended periods of time. That’s because often your body is forced to sit in a position which is not natural for you. It is important to position your spine so that your joints are naturally aligned. This will reduce strain on your muscles, tendons, and skeletal system.

There are two things to consider when sitting at a computer, the chair you sit in and the position of your computer. A good supportive chair is essential. Most computer chairs are adjustable to accommodate the user. Sit with your feet falt on the floor and your back against the chair for support. If your chair does not have built in lumbar support, invest in a lumbar support pillow to place in the small of your back while sitting. This will help prevent muscle fatigue. Adjust your chair so your hips are parallel to your knees and your ears are directly over your shoulders. You should generally sit about 2 feet from your computer screen. Make sure your head is in a comfortable neutral position so you don’t have to look up or down for the monitor. This could strain your muscles or cause you headaches. Keep your forearms parallel to the floor while using the keyboard.

Also, get up every 20-30 minutes to stretch and walk around! No matter how healthy you are, sitting for prolonged periods of time is not good for your posture. Over time, desk jobs can cause chronic muscle fatigue and spinal misalignment that can deteriorate your quality of life. When this is the case, Chiropractic Adjustments and physical therapy modalities can help realign your posture and restore strength in your muscles. If you are suffering from pain related to “sitting” at work all day, contact us today for a free consultation. We can help get you back on track to feeling better and improving your conditions.

Visit Allisonville Chiropractic www.chiropractorfishers.com today or call us at (317)836-5221.

Yours In Health,

Dr. Hoffman

Performance and Chiropractic

thedoc — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 14:39:06 +0000

As a Sports Chiropractor it is my job to heal injuries fast, but also to prevent injury and improve performance. How is this done?… Think of your body like a Race Car. It has an electrical system (nervous system), and mechanical system (bones/ligaments/muscles). If either malfunctions or is improperly balanced, it is going to affect the performance of the car. In the case of the Race Car, hours of meticulous preparation is given to ensure not only proper performance, but also mechanical and electrical integrity so that the car can go the distance under stress. The driver is well aware of the setup of the car, how it feels, and its functioning. When the driver notices an issue, he has a team of mechanics there to help make the necessary adjustments.

Your body as an athlete is exactly the same. However, are you putting in the time to ensure that your body can go the distance under stress, and preparing it for optimal performance? We can all learn a lesson from this. That is, without proper preparation of the electrical and mechanical components of your body, it is bound to underperform or break down. Dr. Drew Hoffman, Sports Chiropractor, is the expert in the mechanics of the body. He will help to fine tune and make adjustments to your body to ensure optimal performance and longevity in your sport. Working with elite athletes, Dr. Hoffman has perfected the art of biomechanics and performance for any athlete. Call Dr. Drew Hoffman at Allisonville Chiropractic in Fishers, IN, to schedule your evaluation today. Visit us at www.ChiropractorFishers.com

Headaches

thedoc — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 14:06:08 +0000

Headaches are a common ailment suffered by many people. There are a wide variety of headaches from Sinus to Migraine. Most of the time, people revert to over the counter medication or expensive tests to find the cause of their headaches with no avail.

In the upper cervical spine (neck) their is a dense bundle of nerves and muscles, which when they become stressed, will cause headaches. So what is stress? 1.) Physical Stress: Misalignment in the spine is a common cause of headaches. Also, your head is the same weight as a bowling ball. If you carry your head forward of your shoulders, we call this Forward Head Posture, and will cause major stress. Think about the stress on your arm if you were to hold a bowling ball out in front of your body all day long! This is the same as sitting at a desk or driving in the car several hours a day with Forward Head Posture. 2.) Chemical Stress: There is either something inside your body that is doesn’t like (toxicity) , or it doesn’t have something that it wants (deficiency). Your body will let you know in form of symptoms such as a headache. This is common with Migraines. 3.) Emotional Stress: No explaination needed here, this is life.

Is it practical then to eliminate Physcial, Chemical, and Emotional stress completely? The simple answer is No. HOW you MANAGE these stressors is the key to alleviating headaches. As a chiropractor, I help you to identify your stressors, provide relief, and then educate you on how to prevent the headaches from coming back. In doing so, the patient can get get back to their normal life, with less stress, and pain-free.

If you or someone you love is suffering from headaches, there is help. The Chiropractors at Allisonville Chiropractic in Fishers, will identify the cause and help you get back to living your life pain-free. Call us today at (317) 836-5221 to schedule your FREE Consultation today.

Dr. Drew Hoffman

Things You KNEE-d To Know

thedoc — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 18:47:54 +0000

The knee is a very complex joint. But, without it, we cannot move. The knee is the most commonly injured joint in the body for athletes and can lead to big issues down the road. Most injuries to the knee can be avoided with proper precaution. Interestingly enough the cause of most severe knee injury is not the knee at all, it’s the feet. Overpronation of the feet causes stress on the knee joint, and predisposes individuals to major injury. How the feet function from left to right makes a big difference too. If you overpronate on one side more than the other, you will carry more body weight on that side, predisposing that side to injury.

Warning Signs that your knees are in DANGER:

Uneven wearing of the shoes. Are the heels rubbed off, or do the bottoms look different from left to right?

Do your knees angle inward or “knock knee”?

Do your knees angle outward?

Do your feet turn outward when you walk or stand?

Do you have pain in your feet, heels or toes?

Fortunately if caught early, as chiropractors, we can prevent you knees from injury and protect them for the future. Custom orthotics can be placed in the shoes to correct overpronation, exercises can be given to strengthen the knee, and adjustments can be done to align the knee joint properly.

Contact Allisonville Chiropractic, www.chiropractorfishers.com for more information, and to schedule a FREE consultation to find out if your knees are at risk. (317) 842-1188

Dr. Drew Hoffman

Sports Chiropractor and Extremity Specialist

Disc Herniation

thedoc — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 20:03:10 +0000

Disc Herniation can be frightening. There are alternative treatments for disc herniations that can be provided by a chiropractor. Intervertebral Discs are a fibrous structure that separate the vertebrae and act as shock absorbers for the spine. These Discs are filled with a gelatinous material that can bulge, putting pressure on the nerves or spinal cord. This happens often after an accident, or something as simple as simple as lifting improperly. Symptoms of a disc herniation often include pain and spasm, numbness/tingling in the extremities. These are serious warning signs, that require immediate attention. This is a condition that should not be overlooked. We can properly diagnose a disc herniation and provide fast relief using chiropractic care and physical therapy. If you suspect that you may have a disc herniation, I encourage you to schedule your free consultation at Allisonville Chiropractic today. Visit our site www.ChiropractorFishers.com for details.

In Health,

Dr. Drew Hoffman

Sports Injuries

thedoc — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 15:32:31 +0000

With sports, come injuries. Being an athlete growing up, a year never went by that I didn’t sustain some sort of sprain/ache/break. By the time I finished high school my knee had been beat up pretty good, my shoulders impinged, my wrists were hypermobile, bone spur in the elbow, broken ankles, fingers, and on and on…Funny thing about these injuries, is that no one ever told me how those would effect me down the road. I’m now feeling the long term impacts of not healing properly from those injuries. At the time, locker room Cortisone shots and some athletic tape did the trick, just enough to keep me playing…

My story is repeated over and over with athletes in high school. Properly maintaining your body during high school athletics is very important. This will ensure that not only do you perform the best today, but also, that you will heal properly and won’t feel the effects of old injuries down the road.

If your child athlete has had sports related injuries, or is about to begin a new sport, come see the Sports Specialist who not only gets you back in the game quickly, but understands the athletes needs. Fix the problem in half the time with cutting edge therapies.

If you are not a patient of Dr. Drew Hoffman or Allisonville Chiropractic, visit our website at www.chiropractorfishers.com to schedule you free consultation with leader in natural solutions to Sports Injuries.