Expert: Dr. Victor Dolan, DC, DACBSP - 11/4/2008

Question
I am having some strange symptoms. I was target shooting 2 days ago. Upon shooting my third shot, I experienced an instant feeling of nervousness and anxiety. It is like I am scared and worried for no reason at all. I am still feeling this way 2 days later. I am also having trouble concentrating on any object I look at. It seems like my head is in a fog. I am having pain and tingling across my shoulders and pain in my neck. But my neck does not feel like anything is out of place. My head feels like it could explode at various times. I've been to chiropractors before and this doesn't feel like a misalignment but I don't know. I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia 10 years ago. These symptoms do not feel like that either. Any suggestions or ideas? Need help quickly as I am really worried that something major is wrong.

Answer
Neck Pain , nervousness , anxiety , concentration , brain fog ,

Hello Ron,

Sorry to hear of your symptoms.  You have been to chiropractors in the past, and I would recommend a Doctor of Chiropractic at this time as well.  A DC with a neurological credential would probably be helpful.

I recommend these websites to locate a Doctor of Chiropractic near you, with the credentials that may be of most help to you:

http://www.lifechangingcare.com ,

http://www.acnb.org ,

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b5BPlwkcFWM ,

I hope these sites give you information you need.  You do describe some 'traditional chiropractic complaints' as well as your anxiety; I think Chiropractic may be of help.

An information handout I utilize in my Staten Island Chiropractic office:

Vertebral  Subluxation

          (  ‘VSC’ ,    ‘subluxation’   )

Vertebral Subluxation  is  actually  a  quite  common  condition.   Doctors of Chiropractic look for pathological conditions which may require referral to other specialties, and also look for ‘Subluxation’. Other disciplines look for pathology, but overlook the importance of alignment and movement in the spine which affects our nervous system  (the master control system- ALL health disciplines learn this).   


Only a Doctor of Chiropractic will evaluate and treat for VSC.



  The course of VSC is highly variable.   Some patients with VSC literally cannot walk, yet other patients with similar test findings may be able to run marathons or lift heavy weights.    Some patients immediately develop symptoms related to the VSC,  some patients take years to develop symptoms.  Some people suffer for only a few days with pain and symptoms, some people suffer for months.  Some people recover in days, some take months or years, depending upon severity of the condition.

         Vertebral   Subluxation   Complex    (a.k.a.  ‘subluxation’)
The vertebral subluxation complex is the underlying cause of many healthcare problems.
A subluxation interferes with the proper functioning of the nervous system (the master system which controls and coordinates all function within the body) and may cause various other conditions, symptoms and problems.

Subluxation  is  a  serious  condition  identified  by  its  five  parts:

    Spinal Kinesiopathology:
         This is fancy way of saying the bones of the spine have lost their normal motion and position. It restricts your ability to turn and bend. It sets in motion the other four components.

    Neuropathophysiology:
         Improper spinal function can choke, stretch, or irritate delicate nerve tissue. The resulting nerve system dysfunction can cause symptoms elsewhere in the body.

    Myopathology:
          Muscles supporting the spine can weaken, atrophy, or become tight and go into spasm. The resulting scar tissue changes muscle tone, requiring repeated spinal adjustments.

    Histopathology:
         A rise in temperature from an increase in blood and lymph supplies result in swelling and inflammation. Discs can bulge, herniate, tear, or degenerate. Other soft tissues may suffer permanent damage.


    Pathophysiology:
         The VSC contributes to OsteoArthritic degeneration.  Bone spurs and other abnormal bony growths attempt to fuse malfunctioning spinal joints. This spinal decay, scar tissue, and long-term nerve dysfunction can cause other systems of the body to malfunction.

The Vertebral Subluxation Complex describes what happens when spinal bones lose their normal movement patterns and position.  When subluxated, joints are in a stressed, vulnerable, compromised condition.  Subluxation may cause Arthritis, Disk Herniation, or aggravate such conditions.   
         Vertebral  Subluxation   cannot   be corrected through chemicals (medicine), stretching,  yoga,  vitamins  or  physical  therapy  alone.       Subluxation- a neuro/skeletal/muscular-    mechanical-    problem  requires  a    mechanical correction-  -  -    a manipulation,     best performed with the chiropractic adjustment.

Dr. Victor E. Dolan,   Doctor of Chiropractic;   Diplomat, American Chiropractic Board of Sport Physicians; Diplomat, American Academy of Pain Management; Certified Clinical Nutritionist (IAACN); FIRST  Chief of Chiropractic  in  a  Hospital  in  New York State (DHSI);  As  Seen  in  PREVENTION  Magazine

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Thank you for your question.  Do not hesitate to re-contact me if needed.  I wish you good luck and Good Health Naturally,

your Staten Island Chiropractor friend signing off,


Dr. Victor Dolan, DC
http://drvictordolan.chiroweb.com        (email newsletter)