Acupuncture/muscle tightness

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Expert: - 11/8/2006


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On my left the trap is always tight and has a knot, sometimes feels like an ice pick is in when doing certain lifting. Deep tissue massage works great but pain and knot is back within 2 days. Thanks, Tim

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Hello Tim,

   Find a doctor of chiropractic who specializes in soft tissue/ sports injuries.  Myofascial Release or Active Release will greatly reduce the adhesion.  Adjusting the spine will also reduce the muscle tension (by reducing the nerve irritation) then the spasm cycle can stop.

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Dr. Brendon O'Brien D.C.

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Dr. Brendon J. O`Brien, D.C.

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I will be glad to answer any questions pertaining to Acupuncture, Chinese Herbology, the relationship between Acupuncture and Chiropractic, and how these therapies may help you.

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Dr. O'Brien's formal training from Northwestern College of Chiropractic includes many diversified techniques of Chiropractic, Physical Therapy, Soft Tissue Treatment, Nutrition, Acupuncture, and the integration of Chinese and Western medicine.



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