- FibromyalgiaWatch our video on fibromyalgia and chiropractic, and then give our office a call at (520) 544-9696 to see how we can help you out of pain.
- Plantar FasciitisPlantar fasciitis usually occurs due to a weakness in the arch of the foot. When you lose the strength of the arch the foot “drops” more each time you put weight on the foot. When the foot “drops” more, it causes an increase stress to the plantar fascia which is a large tendon on the bottom of the foot which goes from the bottom of the heal and attaches to each of the bottom of the toes. The pain can be very severe. Adjustments to the foot help to restore the proper arch leading to increased strength in the foot. Proper arch support takes the stress off of the plantar fascia and allows it to heal. Other treatments for plantar fasciitis include taping, stretching, massage therapy, and proper running techniques.
- Medical Weight LossEvery year, around 100,000 Americans have surgery to relieve knee pain. But studies suggest that many people can avoid surgery through natural, conservative treatments. Chiropractic adjustments, exercise therapy, and weight loss have all been shown to reduce symptoms of knee pain in patients osteoarthritis.
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- OrthopedicsWalker, Emily. "AHRQ: Big Jump in Knee Replacement Surgery." November 8, 2011. Accessed January 2, 2011.http://www.medpagetoday.com/Orthopedics/Orthopedics/29529.
- SciaticaRunning injuries are one of the most common set of injuries that I treat in my office. Running is both great for our bodies and hard for our bodies. I treat runners of all types from the weekend warriors to the hardcore marathon and triathlete competitors. No matter what level you are currently running at, you have most likely experienced some type of injury. As a Chiropractor I treat the injury as well as show patients how to best prevent injuries. Running injuries are treated with Chiropractic adjustments, which help to align the body structurally as well as provide muscular balance. This is key when running due to the constant pounding stress the body is under. As you increase mileage you must maintain proper muscle balance to prevent injury. The most common running injuries are knee pain, usually IT band syndrome, also known as patella tracking disorder. Other injuries I see commonly are foot pain, numbness in the feet or toes, low back pain, shoulder pain, headaches, shin splints and sciatica. All of these injuries are effectively treated utilizing chiropractic care.
- WhiplashYou don't need to suffer! At Momentum Chiropractic and Medical, we've helped many patients in Tucson, AZ recover from whiplash and other symptoms that come along with car crashes.
- Pinched Nerve“Dr. Mendez at Momentum Chiropractic and Medical is amazing!!! I can’t thank him enough. I was suffering chronic leg pain from a pinched nerve in my back and Dr. Mendez fixed me up in just three treatments within a week. I’m so happy to be back to walking normal and doing the stuff I love. Thanks so much to Dr. Mendez and the awesome staff at Momentum Chiropractic and Medical in Tucson,AZ!!! GOD bless and continue the great work!! It’s such a blessing!!!:)”
- Joint ReplacementWhile there have been improvements in the surgical techniques, the procedure is still invasive and costly. Fortunately, early conservative treatment may allow patients to avoid the potential risk of joint replacement surgery. Research suggests that chiropractic adjustments can benefit patients with knee pain from osteoarthritis.
- Knee ReplacementAs we age, our knees begin to show signs of wear and tear. And, studies show that an increasing number of middle-aged people are seeking total knee replacement surgery.
- Sports MedicineWhen it comes to sports injuries, weakness or improper stretching can put you at risk of injury. In addition, an untreated injury may result in further or even permanent damage. It is vitally important to get proper care for any sports injuries, preventing the development of chronic problems.
- Tennis ElbowMedial Epicondylitis otherwise know as Golfer’s Elbow. It seems that this is different from Tennis Elbow say, in which part of the elbow hurts.
- Neck Pain
- Back Pain
- Manual TherapyHoskins W, Pollard H. The effect of a sports chiropractic manual therapy intervention on the prevention of back pain, hamstring and lower limb injuries in semi-elite Australian Rules footballers: a randomized control trial. BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders 2010;11:64.
- Plantar FasciitisThe injuries that I see in my office from playing soccer are very similar to those under the running injury section. Due to the constant running involved in soccer combined with the sudden sprinting that takes place it is important for proper muscle balance. Soccer injuries are usually lower body injuries and include calf strains, ankle sprains, hip pain, and plantar fasciitis.