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Does Insurance Cover Acupuncture and Other Complementary Therapies?

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Keller TX acupunctureIf you have a medical condition that has persisted in causing you pain or limited your mobility, you’ve probably already sought treatment from a traditional medical doctor. However, there are millions of Americans out there who are still suffering from debilitating conditions that are not successfully healed by traditional medicine. Many end up relying heavily on strong medications just to function. In cases like this, you should never give up! You do not have to live with pain when there are multiple alternative treatments that you may respond positively to. Dr. Cody Doyle provides Keller TX acupuncture and other complementary treatments to help your body heal itself.

Would you like to learn about Keller TX acupuncture and other complementary therapies? Call Doyle Chiropractic and Acupuncture to learn about acupuncture treatments. Call our Roanoke, TX office at 817-767-5430 or request an appointment online.

How Does Acupuncture Work?

Acupuncture treatments have many theories behind their efficacy. In the ancient Chinese tradition, practitioners believe that acupuncture/acupressure points on the body stimulate and redirect the flow of energy (qi). While there is little scientific data to support this theory, there is evidence that acupuncture does something to stimulate circulation and nerve pathways and help improve musculoskeletal function.

While other practitioners may provide acupuncture to treat specific conditions or break bad habits (such as smoking)—Dr. Doyle only provides acupuncture and auriculotherapy to treat dysfunction in very specific points within your musculoskeletal tissues.

If you suffer from one of the following conditions, Dr. Doyle may suggest acupuncture as part of a more comprehensive treatment plan.

  • Neck and back pain
  • Asthma, allergies, and sinusitis symptoms
  • Migraines and headaches
  • TMJ disorder
  • Muscle spasms and pain
  • Arthritis symptoms
  • Menstrual cramps
  • Lower or upper extremity pain
  • Stress and anxiety symptoms
  • Digestive symptoms (musculoskeletal component)

Do Insurers Cover Acupuncture and other Complementary Therapies?

Today, many insurers will cover chiropractic care, but what about acupuncture, myofascial release therapy, or ultrasound therapy? If you are living with pain and dysfunction it may seem unfair to have your reimbursement requests denied, when all you are trying to do is find a way to be well again!

The truth is that more and more insurers are covering what’s referred to as complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). This can include a number of treatments offered by complementary medical practitioners, such as Dr. Cody Doyle.

However, this doesn’t mean you will automatically be reimbursed for treatments you seek out on your own. Insurers often need evidence that your treatments are medically necessary. If you are in a situation in which you have been seeing a doctor regularly for a condition, (but your pain and dysfunction are still a problem) you may need to get your primary care doctor to “prescribe” CAM therapies before they will be covered. When patients have been suggested to have CAM therapies, they tend to have their claims approved more frequently.

Conditions that May Respond to Complementary Alternative Medicine

Dr. Cody Doyle has been practicing chiropractic and complementary medicine for approximately two decades. In that time, he has treated patients for many diverse conditions. These range from age-related degenerative arthritis and spinal problems to immune system disorders and neuropathy.

Some of the more common conditions Dr. Doyle treats include:

  • Arthritis
  • Sciatica
  • Spinal disc issues
  • Tendonitis
  • Musculoskeletal dysfunction
  • Plantar fasciitis
  • Peripheral neuropathy
  • Neck and shoulder pain
  • Immune disorders and allergies

If you have an ongoing struggle to manage the symptoms of your condition, contact Doyle Chiropractic and Acupuncture to learn about Keller TX acupuncture treatments. We have helped many patients improve their lives and reduce painful and debilitating conditions. Call our office at 817-767-5430 or request an appointment online.

Why Are My Joints So Stiff?

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Argyle TX chiropractorStiff joints are a problem nearly everyone will experience at some point as they age. Interestingly enough, they are not always caused by the same underlying problem. How can you tell whether your stiff joints are something that requires treatment? Should you try to exercise your stiff joints more or less to make them work better? Below are several possible causes of stiff joints.

If your stiff joints are starting to slow down your active lifestyle, visit Argyle TX chiropractor Dr. Cody Doyle. Call us at 817-767-5430 to make an appointment. We carefully assess your unique symptoms and employ many treatment options to help you recover flexibility and comfort.

The Natural Result of Aging

As we age, our cartilage becomes drier and less flexible. Our bodies also stop making as much synovial fluid, which acts as a lubricant to keep your joints flexible. If your joint stiffness is caused by age, the best way to deal with it is to keep using the affected joints as much as possible, since movement helps keep the joint healthy.

Morning Joint Stiffness

When you are still for long periods of time, your synovial fluid can’t do its job properly. That’s why you might notice feeling a bit like the Tin Man when you first wake up in the morning. This is perfectly natural and not cause for alarm. Morning joint stiffness should go away slowly once you get moving again.

Changes in Barometric Pressure

It may seem like an old-wives tale that you can feel an imminent change in weather “in your bones.” However, many people can feel a drop in barometric pressure in their joints. This type of drop usually happens just before a low-pressure weather system, such as storm. If you feel bodily changes just before a storm, this does not necessarily mean you need treatment, but it may help you know which joints you should keep an eye on for future treatment.

Osteoarthritis (OA)

Osteoarthritis, also called degenerative arthritis, often develops at a number of places on our bodies where two bones meet: the knees, the elbows, the wrist. These joints get used over and over, and eventually the flexible cartilage at the ends of the bones starts to wear away. When the cartilage is gone, the bones rub against each other, and this can cause pain, stiffness, and limited range of motion. If osteoarthritis is the cause of your stiff joints, visit Argyle TX chiropractor Dr. Cody Doyle and ask which treatments might help you preserve your cartilage and keep yourself flexible and functional.

Joint Injury from Overuse

If you are a very active person who is experiencing stiffness in a joint that you use regularly, you may have injured the joint by overusing it. Bursitis and tendonitis are very common among athletes but there are treatments that can help you take better care of your joints.

Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) and Other Less-Common Types of Arthritis

Another form of arthritis can occur when your immune system attacks the synovial fluid of your joint. Rheumatoid arthritis usually affects the hands and wrists, but can attack any joint in your body and cause pain and stiffness. If your joints are stiff and inflamed, ask your doctor whether your symptoms sound more like RA or OA, as the treatments for these types of arthritis are not the same.

There are a few other forms of arthritis that can cause stiff joints, including: psoriatic arthritis, infectious arthritis, ankylosing arthritis, and gout. These conditions have very different treatments than RA or OA, so visit your doctor if you notice unusual pain and stiffness anywhere in your body.

Treatment for Joint Pain and Stiffness with an Argyle TX Chiropractor

If you experience stiff joints, visit Doyle Chiropractic and Acupuncture for an evaluation. Whether your problems are caused by degenerative arthritis, injury, or just the normal processes of aging—he can help you understand your condition and work on healing it. Some joints do better with exercise and physical therapy, while others require targeted treatments aimed to help your body function better and heal itself.

Visit Argyle TX chiropractor Dr. Cody Doyle and we’ll help you reduce your joint stiffness and pain. Call us at 817-767-5430 to schedule a consultation.

Are You Dreaming of a Pain-Free Life?

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Argyle TX chiropractorArgyle TX Chiropractor Cody Doyle May Have Solutions

Have you endured multiple medical treatments or surgeries that haven’t adequately addressed your pain problem? If so, you are not alone. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) more than 25 million Americans live with chronic pain. That’s roughly 11 percent of us. They also found that patients who experience the worst pain tend to have worse overall health and less medical coverage. It’s easy to understand why—without proper care, your chances of healing are reduced. As for the overall health issue, pain can rob you of your mobility and your drive to be active. How can anyone expect patients to stay active and maintain good health when it hurts just to move?

If you’re at a dead end with your pain management, visit Argyle TX chiropractor Dr. Cody Doyle. Standard medical interventions don’t work for everyone; Dr. Doyle may be able to help you heal your condition and live an active, pain-free life. Contact us today to make an appointment.

How Do Complementary Therapies Work?

If you’ve never visited a chiropractor before, you may be wondering how a “back doctor” can help you with a knee or shoulder problem. The truth is that chiropractors are more than back doctors; all musculoskeletal function and sensations travel through the spine. If the spine is out of alignment it can block nerve and circulatory pathways. This can make your body less able to heal itself by natural means and cause greater pain. Plus, Dr. Doyle provides much more than just chiropractic care!

The term “complementary therapies” refers to medical techniques not used by mainstream doctors. They are viewed as a complement to standard medical interventions, as they have demonstrated a beneficial effect on many patients. There is a tendency in medical care to fix what’s broken, without looking at how the different parts of the body interact and all play a role in healing. This is changing, of course, as more and more medical doctors see the value in alternative healing techniques. For example, more and more insurance providers are now covering chiropractic, acupuncture, and other alternative treatments for pain. Modern medicine may not understand everything about how these techniques work, but they are slowly coming to understand that they do work!

Chiropractic Treatments

As the nerve superhighway for the body, virtually all sensations and functioning rely on proper alignment of the spine. Your brain and immune system interact with every part of the body via the spine, so misalignment can lead to pain, dysfunction, an impaired ability to heal.

Acupuncture and Auriculotherapy

Pain-free acupuncture treatments can stimulate circulation and healing at specific musculoskeletal points on the body. Many of Dr. Doyle’s patients have used acupuncture to find relief from arthritis, neck and back problems, as well as migraines.

Myofascial Release Therapy

Have you ever reduced your own pain by massaging an area of the body? Myofascial release is not the same thing as massage, but it uses massage and stretching of targeted connective tissues to encourage healing and promote pain relief.

Nutritional Therapy and Supplements

How our bodies function is often based upon what we put into them. Eating foods that contain the right levels of certain minerals and nutrients can give you the ingredients that let the body heal itself. Doctors are already catching on to the value of nutritional and supplement therapy, as many of them now recommend turmeric (a natural anti-inflammatory), garlic (for heart health), as well as many other natural substances not traditionally referred to as “medicines.”

Ultrasound and TENS Treatments

Using high-tech tools, Dr. Doyle can stimulate many parts of the body to reduce inflammation and promote self-healing. Ultrasound waves deliver deep heat to muscles, tendons, joints, and ligaments. Premodulated muscle stimulation (TENS treatment) uses gentle electrical currents to relieve muscle spasms and swelling.

Browse our website to learn more about the many conditions that are treatable with complementary therapies. If doctors have been unable to end your pain thus far, it’s time to try something new. Argyle TX chiropractor Dr. Cody Doyle has helped thousands of patients improve their health and manage their pain. Your turn may be next!

Chiropractic Care for Trophy Club, TX: Back to Mobility

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The way the human body functions is amazing. Every part is meant to work together. Our musculoskeletal system – muscles, bones, tendons, and ligaments – is connected in a beautiful way and its health can easily be taken for granted. Think about the accomplishments of Olympic athletes, pushing their bodies to the limit. Think of kids and teens who jump and leap, seemingly without effort. The stay-at-home mom who goes up and down stairs, picking up laundry, or the professional who spends all day focused and poised over a computer with arms, neck, and back in the same position for hours. That amazing musculoskeletal system can be put to the test. When the pains and strains get to be too much, Dr. Cody Doyle of Doyle Chiropractic & Acupuncture can provide chiropractic services that can help relieve pain and restore your range of motion.

What kinds of conditions can be treated at Doyle Chiropractic & Acupuncture?

Patients come to our office for many of the reasons you might expect – and for others you might not. Dr. Doyle can help identify a variety of conditions including back and neck pain, upper and lower body strain, degenerative discs, and inflammatory and degenerative arthritis. Along with these familiar concerns, Dr. Doyle also treats plantar fasciitis, allergies, peripheral neuropathy, and ailments related to autoimmune diseases. If you suffer with these illnesses or experience ongoing pain, we welcome to you stop by for a consultation.

While Dr. Doyle is prepared to provide traditional chiropractic care, he knows every patient is different and comes to our treatment center with varying concerns. He takes time to carefully evaluate each patient, taking into consideration their medical history and their current condition. Dr. Doyle can recommend a variety of treatments that can address specific issues and can contribute to the overall health of the whole person.

What kinds of treatments do you offer?

Dr. Doyle is trained to identify specific courses of treatment that can bring pain relief and promote ongoing healing. Chiropractic adjustments can manipulate the musculoskeletal system. To go along with adjustments, premodulated muscle stimulation (sometimes called e-stim) and ultrasound therapies may be used to target a specific problem area. These therapies can help reduce muscle spasms and can release tension in muscle groups and assist in restoring flexibility. Acupuncture is an alternative and holistic treatment based in traditional Chinese medicine and is also available to address concerns related to dysfunction in the nervous system. These therapies can provide relief and positive results. Dr. Doyle is also focused on providing services to those pursuing overall wellness and weight loss. These patients may receive recommendations for exercise, nutrition, detoxification programs, and herbal treatments.

Contact us today to schedule a consultation.

If you are tired of living with chronic pain, muscle strain, tingling extremities, numbness, and the discomfort that comes with inflammation, it is time to contact Doyle Chiropractic & Acupuncture. Contact us today to schedule a consultation. With more than 20 years’ experience and certification in chiropractic and acupuncture therapies, Dr. Doyle is a highly qualified physician who is ready to help you starting now. Call us at 817-767-5430 or visit our office at 295 W. Byron Nelson Rd., #212 in Roanoke, TX, 76262. We proudly serve, Roanoke, Trophy Club, Southlake, Argyle, North Fort Worth, and surrounding cities. We welcome you to stop by today!

Dr. Doyle is Your Roanoke TX Neck and Shoulder Pain Specialist

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Roanoke TX neck and shoulder painDo you suffer from chronic pain in the neck, back, or shoulder? Are you tired of relying on painkillers that don’t even work that well? Have all your doctor’s visits still not solved your problem? If so, you might find relief with complementary therapies with Dr. Cody Doyle. Many patients with chronic pain in the back, neck, or shoulder find themselves resigned to their conditions, but there are solutions you may not have been offered by your primary care provider. Chiropractic and complementary therapies may offer you the chance to heal your condition and prevent the pain from returning.

Chronic Pain Problem? Dr. Cody Doyle Has Pain Solutions

Conventional medical care is great for many problems, but chronic pain is often the result of years of biomechanical dysfunction. Poor posture, improper use, overuse, or past injuries can leave you with joints that may feel permanently broken and muscles that have forgotten how to function properly. If you feel like you’ve already tried everything and your pain hasn’t lessened, you may find relief with one of the following therapies:

Chiropractic Treatments

The joints of the spine are incredibly easy to pull out of proper alignment. This can lead to problems in other parts of the body as well as nerve pathway malfunction. With small adjustments to your spinal alignment, chiropractic treatments can help make your body function the way it’s supposed to.

Myofascial Release Therapy

Back, neck, and shoulder pain can often be caused by damaged tissues that have forgotten how to function correctly. This therapy uses stretching, massage, and stimulation of the connective tissues to encourage healing and proper blood flow to malfunctioning areas.

Premodulated Muscle Stimulation

Sometimes referred to as premodulated current physical therapy, this treatment uses mild electrical stimulation to reduce muscle spasms, discomfort, and swelling on soft tissue and muscle injuries.

Acupuncture Treatment

Using safe, painless application of very fine needles, Dr. Doyle uses this centuries-old mainstay of Eastern medicine to gently stimulate nerve pathways at strategic points on the body. Acupuncture is a great way to stimulate tissues and encourage the body to heal itself by natural means.

Physical Therapy

Shoulder and neck pain are often the result of improper lifting, repeated motions, and bad posture. Physical therapy exercises can help retrain the body to use the right muscles and movement patterns needed for proper function and reduced pain.

Ultrasound Therapy

Therapeutic ultrasound therapy can reduce muscle pain and increase range of motion by delivering deep heat to the underlying impaired muscles and connective tissues. As a complement to physical therapy, ultrasound therapy treats muscles, tendons, joints, and ligaments.

What to Expect at Your Consultation

If you’ve been experiencing Roanoke TX neck and shoulder pain, visit our office for a consultation. Dr. Doyle will listen to your symptoms and use a number of diagnostic techniques to locate the source of your muscle or joint dysfunction. Depending on your case, he may recommend a number of combined therapies that may or may not include chiropractic treatments. Every patient may have unique circumstances that took years to lead them to their current painful condition. Finding a solution often takes more than one appointment.

Had Enough of Your Roanoke TX Neck and Shoulder Pain?

Call Doyle Chiropractic and Acupuncture. Dr. Doyle has been helping patients heal their injuries and medical conditions for over 21 years and may be able to help you, too. Call us today at 817-767-5430 for a consultation.

5 Symptoms of a Herniated Disc That Might Surprise You

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Keller chiropractorA slipped disc is usually a painful condition, but a mildly herniated disc may not cause severe pain. Some symptoms may seem so unrelated you could easily dismiss them as something else.  (“I slept on it wrong” or “I need better walking shoes” or “I sat down too long” come to mind.) Oftentimes, patients sustain an injury to the back, think everything is fine again shortly afterward, but then experience other symptoms that don’t seem connected. Being able to identify secondary signs of a disc problem can help you better understand your body and determine whether a back issue is healing properly or needs further treatment.

Do you have back pain or disc problems? Keller chiropractor Dr. Cody Doyle routinely treats patients for spinal disc issues, and may be able to help your condition. Contact our office at 817-767-5430 to learn about chiropractic and complementary therapies at Doyle Chiropractic and Acupuncture.

What is a Slipped/Herniated Disc?

The spinal discs are the rubbery tissues that cushion the vertebrae. They are composed of layers of fibrocartilage, which (1) allow the spine to be flexible, (2) serve as shock absorbers, and (3) hold the vertebrae together. When an injury is sustained, the discs can be damaged or pushed out of place. They can also be pushed out of alignment or leak fluid due to improper lifting, aging, and/or a combination of the two. A disc that bulges out of place or slips out of place entirely is a serious health concern, since it limits your mobility and can impair your spinal function.

If you’ve had chronic back pain or a recent injury that may have affected your back, be on the lookout for these “unrelated” signs that a disc may be misaligned:

Pain in Arm or Leg

All of our body’s nerves travel through the superhighway of the spinal column. If a bulging disc is compressing a nerve, you might feel pain in locations other than the back. Depending on the location of the affected disc, you might have unexplained pain that manifests in the arm, leg, or trunk of your body.

Coldness on One Side of the Body

When nerves are compressed, the sensations you feel may not always be painful. You might feel a burning, tingling, numbness, or even unexplained coldness that only affects a localized area.

Foot Pain or Numbness

If a bulging disc is affecting the sciatic nerve, it can send shooting pains down one side of the leg and into the tailbone. However, sciatic nerve pain can also cause you to feel pain or lose sensation only in the foot. You might feel it in the ankle, toe, or bottom of the foot, depending on the location of the nerve compression.

Pain When You Laugh or Cough

A hearty round of laughter can certainly make your abdominal muscles sore, but that’s not the type of pain that a herniated disc can cause. If you feel sudden pain when you laugh, cough, or sneeze, it may be from the pressure in your abdomen reverberating into your back and jostling the bulging disc.

Unexplained Weakness

In addition to tingling and numbness, nerve compression can also cause one leg or arm to feel significantly weakened or more heavy than the other. For example, compression of the sciatic nerve can cause muscle weakness in the calf and hamstring muscles. If a bulging disc is pinching a nerve in the upper back, the muscles of the arm may be affected.

Visit Keller Chiropractor Cody Doyle to Learn More

Visit Doyle Chiropractic and Acupuncture if you have pain or other symptoms that may be connected to a spinal issue.  Keller chiropractor Dr. Cody Doyle will listen to your symptoms and take scans to determine the cause of your pain. Contact us online or by calling 817-767-5430 to find out whether a chiropractic and complementary therapies may offer relief for your condition.

 

Your Joints – Use Them or Lose Them!

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Argyle chiropractorJoint pain and joint degeneration (osteoarthritis) has long been thought of as a natural consequence of aging and hard use. Cartilage breaks down in the joints over time. Repetitive use of certain joints can make them more prone to arthritis. Think of your grandmother, whose hands became gnarled and fingers became twisted after years of sewing and knitting. Or Shaquille O’Neal developing arthritis in his big toe after running, jumping, and dunking basketballs for years. Some joints are more prone to arthritis if they are used more than others.

But arthritis can also be a result of under-use. Movement in the joint helps protect it from degeneration. Cartilage gets its nutrients and retains its elasticity from using the joint. Underuse can cause further deterioration and pain.

Do you suffer from painful joints or degenerative arthritis? Argyle chiropractor Dr. Cody Doyle can help you stay active and reduce your pain. Call Doyle Chiropractic and Acupuncture at 817-767-5430 to make an appointment.

Exercise as a Treatment for Arthritis

One of the best ways to protect your joints is to keep them active. Motion helps your joints stay healthy and flexible. Getting regular exercise and taking the time to stretch can help your arthritis symptoms in a number of ways:

  • Exercise helps you maintain a healthy body weight, which can lessen joint pain.
  • Muscle strength helps take pressure off joints.
  • Muscle tissue absorbs shock that may otherwise hit the joints.
  • Stretching helps your damaged joints stay flexible and can reduce swelling.

If you are starting to experience joint degeneration, you can prevent things from getting worse by finding opportunities to exercise that don’t push you past your limits (and into pain). If you used to enjoy running, but now your left knee swells up and stiffens any time you jog, try something lower-impact. Walking, swimming, and cycling can deliver a lower-impact workout that keeps your muscles and joint moving and flexible.

Joint Degeneration Affects the Spine, As Well

Once you get to a point when you’re starting to feel the stiffness or swelling that can indicate osteoarthritis, you should also start thinking about your back. Your spine isn’t just one joint, but 29 individual joints that make up the vertebrae. Just like the other joints in your body, the vertebrae need exercise to keep the cartilage and discs from degenerating.

What kind of exercises are best for protecting the spine from joint degeneration? Any exercise that works out the core muscles of the back and abdomen. Pilates, yoga, and Tai Chi are great for the spine because they incorporate stretching and strengthening, while focusing on spinal alignment. Ultimately, as long as you are up and moving, rather than sitting for long hours every day, you’re going to be strengthening the muscles that support the spine and keep it flexible.

Arthritis Treatment with Argyle Chiropractor Dr. Cody Doyle

If you suffer from degenerative arthritis, visit Argyle chiropractor Dr. Cody Doyle. We have many potential treatments that might help you, depending on your symptoms and individual joint problems. Chiropractic treatments may help your case, or you may benefit more from myofascial release therapy, TENS treatment, or even acupuncture. Even if you just need help determining the best way to exercise without causing yourself more pain, Dr. Doyle can help! Call our office today at 817-767-5430 to make an appointment.

Chiropractic Care and Acupuncture Therapy for Pain Management

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pain managementChronic pain is an exhausting and debilitating condition for many patients, affecting both their personal and professional lives. Even low-level pain can influence work productivity and quality of life. Dr. Doyle provides patients a unique approach to pain management by using alternative medicine. Chiropractic and acupuncture therapies offer patients safe treatment options to manage pain, increase mobility, and lower overall medical costs.

Chiropractic and acupuncture for pain management are available to patients living in or near Justin, Tx at Doyle Chiropractic and Acupuncture’s Roanoke office. Call Dr. Cody Doyle at 817-767-5430 or reach our office online here.

Benefits of Chiropractic Care

Benefits you may experience from chiropractic care include:

• Significant improvement in chronic pain symptoms
• Increase in physical activity ability
• Potentially lower cost
• Increases quality of life
• Increases range of motion
• A potential decrease in the need for pain management medications (with physician approval)
• Faster patient recovery times

Chiropractic Care and Chronic Pain Management

Doyle Chiropractic and Acupuncture focuses on the assessment and management of pain symptoms. We will use a systems approach to your case to understand why there is an upset to the natural balance and flow of your body, leading to your chronic and widespread pain. Dr. Doyle treats these conditions related to chronic pain:

• Arthritis
• Back pain or lumbar spinal pain
• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• Fibromyalgia
• Headaches (a migraine, sinus, and cluster)
• Intervertebral disc syndrome
• Joint pain
• Muscle spasms
• Neck pain or cervical spine pain
• Numbness, weakness, and tingling
• Pain from digestive issues
• Pinched nerves
• Radiating pain
• Sciatic nerve pain
• Scoliosis
• Sports injuries
• Tarsal tunnel syndrome
• Tendinitis
• Thoracic outlet syndrome
• Thoracic spine pain
• Upper and lower extremity pain and dysfunction

Using the Chiropractor to Ease Your Pain

Our goal is to offer alternative treatments to relieve chronic pain, whether acute or moderate. Not all pain conditions can be cured, even with surgery, but we use several methods to help patients find relief. Pain management is accomplished by using any combination of more than 100 techniques to manipulate muscles, joints, and the spine with several degrees of force called adjustments. We concentrate on the body’s relationship between function and structure to minimize pain and restore function to the patient.

When to Call the Chiropractor

You should call Dr. Doyle when you are unable to manage your pain at home, and the symptoms become worse or if you’re interested in exploring non-pharmaceutical treatment options. A prompt diagnosis and treatment options are essential to your recovery and wellbeing. Dr. Doyle will evaluate your medical history and risk factors to create a specialized plan of treatment therapies, designed to offer you relief from your pain symptoms.

Will Acupuncture Help?

Used by over 14 million Americans, acupuncture is known to be a highly effective form of pain management. In some cases, it is more efficient than pain-relieving drugs or surgery. Acupuncture is one of the oldest healing arts in the world. This ancient Chinese practice stimulates nerves and trigger-points in the body while easing pressure on painful areas. The body’s sensation of pain is suppressed as the stimulated nerves release endorphins. Acupuncture therapy can reduce pain, inflammation, stiffness, and muscle spasms, among other things.

Contact Us

Combining chiropractic care and acupuncture therapy can alleviate symptoms of chronic pain. Contact Dr. Doyle today at 817-767-5430 for a consultation at our Roanoke office near Justin, TX or contact us online anytime.

Roanoke, TX Back Injury: Treating a Bulging Disc with Chiropractic Care

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woman sitting at desk with back injury

Are you experiencing lower back pain? Discomfort between the shoulder blades? What about sciatic pain? If so, you could be suffering from a bulging disc. This condition is characterized by the protrusion or displacement of a vertebral disc, which places excessive pressure on surrounding nerves. Oftentimes, this condition is the result of injury or trauma. Fortunately, patients suffering from symptoms of a slipped, herniated, or bulging disc can find relief through noninvasive, compassionate care at Doyle Chiropractic & Acupuncture. If you have a Roanoke, TX back injury, read on for more information.

What Causes a Slipped, Bulging, or Herniated Disc?

Oftentimes, a bulging disc is caused by a traumatic event, such as a car accident or sporting injury. However, this condition can also develop from consistently poor posture or from being overweight. In many cases, a herniated disc begins as a small issue, then progresses as painful symptoms become more apparent.

Symptoms of a Bulging Disc

A slipped disc alone does not cause pain. It is only when the displaced vertebral disc begins to press on the backbone or the associated nerves that uncomfortable symptoms occur. When this happens, you may start to notice:

  • Numbness or tingling: It is not uncommon to experience a “pricking” or numb sensation in the affected area.
  • Muscle fatigue: When nerves become damaged, it can cause the associated muscles to weaken. As a result, you may not be able to lift or hold objects as you once did. This condition can also cause you to stumble as you walk.
  • Pain in the extremities: When a slipped disc is in the neck, you are likely to experience pain in the arms, shoulders, and neck. If the herniated disc is in the back, symptoms often occur in the buttocks, thighs, calves, or feet.

Diagnosing a Bulging Disc

To diagnose a slipped disc, Dr. Cody Doyle will first review your medical history in detail. During this interview, he will ask you about any previous injuries, surgeries, and health problems, as well as your current symptoms. Next, he will perform a thorough assessment of your spine, reflexes, and muscle strength, and will determine how each of these elements is affecting your overall health. Typically, medical imaging will be used to confirm the diagnosis, using a CT scan or MRI.

Chiropractic Treatments for a Bulging Disc

There are several treatments that can be used to alleviate the painful symptoms of a herniated disc. Some of the most common methods include:

  • Flexion-distraction technique: Using a specialized table, Dr. Doyle can gently stretch the spine. This effectively isolates the affected area while flexing the spine simultaneously. This can reposition the disc, moving it further away from the inflamed nerves.
  • Manipulation under anesthesia (MUA): Occasionally, Dr. Doyle may recommend chiropractic adjustments while you are in a twilight sleep state. This helps your back muscles relax completely as he gently stretches and manipulates the spine.
  • Pelvic blocking techniques: In some cases, cushioned wedges may be placed underneath the pelvis on both sides. Physical therapy exercises may also be used in conjunction with these cushions to bring the slipped disc away from the inflamed nerve root.

Benefits of Chiropractic Treatment

While herniated discs are sometimes treated by a neurosurgeon, many patients prefer to seek chiropractic care first, as it can offer several advantages. For example, a chiropractic approach:

  • Is noninvasive
  • Does not require controlled substances, such as pills or injections
  • Is performed by a trained and licensed specialist
  • Is holistic

Seek Treatment for Your Roanoke, TX Back Injury

Are you suffering from a Roanoke, TX back injury or related back pain? If so, a herniated disc could be the culprit. To learn more, or to schedule a consultation at Doyle Chiropractic & Acupuncture, call us at 817-767-5430 or contact us online anytime.

Back Pain During Pregnancy

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Keller TX chiropractorWhen a woman’s body is nurturing the development of a new person, it understandably goes through a number of structural and chemical changes. Just about every part of the body may be affected—from the hair on the top of your head to the swelling in your ankles! The spine is no exception. As a pregnancy progresses, the extra weight that a woman carries in her belly can put stress on the vertebrae and lead to muscular and nervous system dysfunction, all of which may come with painful symptoms. Understanding what’s happening in the body can help you stay comfortable and find ways to relieve pain during your pregnancy.

To learn more about the effects of pregnancy on the spine and your musculoskeletal functioning, contact Keller TX chiropractor Dr. Cody Doyle. Call us at 817-767-5430 to make an appointment.

Lower Back Pain During Pregnancy

Most women gain about 20 pounds or more when pregnant, and most of it is concentrated in the belly. This increases lumbar lordosis (the arch of the lower back), which strains the vertebrae. This can cause constant lower back pain and muscle soreness. Another factor is the fact that pregnancy hormones relax the ligaments and joints to prepare the pelvis for delivery. This happens most significantly in the third trimester and can worsen any lower back pain a woman may be feeling.

If the pregnancy is not her first, an expectant mother might also be looking after an infant or toddler at the same time. This can mean carrying a child in her arms for several hours a day, bending over to pick up the child constantly, and all the other related activities that come with small children (e.g., picking up toys).  These factors make back pain a real challenge for many expectant mothers.

Compressed Nerves

Sciatica is another common back problem during pregnancy, though it may be felt primarily in the buttocks. This condition can feel like a shooting pain in the lowest part of the spine (tailbone), that radiates down one or both legs. Sciatica is an example of pain resulting from a compressed nerve, as the sciatic nerve is located in the lower back. It may become compressed by weight gain, stress on the lower back from your shifting center of gravity, or even the position of the baby in the womb. Luckily this type of nerve pain usually goes away after delivery and recovery, but that doesn’t make it any easier to endure.

Keeping Your Spine Happy in the Third Trimester

There are several ways that expectant mothers can try to prevent these painful symptoms.

  • Go swimming when possible. The lower gravity environment in the water can take the pressure of your lower back and give your spine and ligaments a break. There’s no need to make it an intense lap-swimming workout; just walk around or let yourself float, and you’ll be doing your back a favor.
  • Make sure you sleep in a position that supports proper spinal alignment. Doctors recommend that pregnant women sleep on the left side, but it’s perfectly fine to sleep on the right if you are experiencing sciatic nerve pain on the left.
  • Use a body pillow or pregnancy pillow to support your back when sleeping.
  • Avoid sciatic pain when sitting by using a special pillow that keeps weight of the tailbone.
  • Avoid carrying heavy loads or bending over to pick things up in the third trimester.

How a Keller TX Chiropractor Can Help

Many women are unaware that chiropractic care is not only possible during pregnancy, but can be incredibly helpful at relieving pain. All chiropractors are trained in caring for expectant mothers, and adjustments may even help you achieve an easier birth through proper pelvic alignment. Depending on your symptoms, Dr. Cody Doyle may recommend a combination of chiropractic, acupuncture, and or myofascial release therapy.

If you need a Keller TX chiropractor to help you cope with pregnancy-related back pain, contact our office to make an appointment. We are located on Byron Nelson Boulevard, directly across the street from Hawaiian Falls Water Park. Call us at 817-767-5430 to make an appointment.