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I suffered with a tight muscle in between my shoulder blade and spine for the last 2 weeks, which caused a headache as well.
I went to see my regular chiropractor yeterday, and since my adjustment, I have had ringing in my ears and tingling in my hands.
I know that before I have felt somewhat sore after a visit. My next musle is much, much better. Should I be concerned about the ringing? Will it subside?
Theresa,
While adverse reactions following a chiropractic adjustment/manipulation are relatively uncommon, they sometimes do occur. In most cases, adverse reactions (such as increased localized soreness or pain) are self-limiting.
Ringing in the ears (called tinnitus) and tingling in the hands following a chiropractic adjustment/manipulation is not a normal response, and you should notify your chiropractor about these symptoms immediately. Your chiropractor is in the best position to evaluate your condition and determine if further adjustments/manipulations should be discontinued. Chiropractors may use joint mobilization, soft tissue therapy, or physiotherapeutic modalities in lieu of manipulation.
If your symptoms worsen or progress, you should see your medical physician for further evaluation and to rule out an underlying medical problem.
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| Comment | Thank you. I did call my chiropractor and he advised that I see him again. I stated I would give it a day or 2 more and if it gets worse, I will call. I feel better this evening, but the ringing in my ears is continuing. tq | ||
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Expertise
I can answer questions about musculoskeletal-based, evidence-based chiropractic practice.
Experience
13 years of chiropractic practice; currently practicing in an integrative medicine clinic.
Organizations
West Hartford Group, a think-tank that has put forth a model of chiropractic care that is consistent with that of the World Federation of Chiropractic and the Chiropractic Strategic Planning Conference. This model is of the chiropractic physician as the spinal health care expert within the health care system, i.e. society’s non-surgical spine specialist.
Publications
Chiropractic Products magazine
Education/Credentials
Bachelor of Arts, Fordham University, 1991. Doctor of Chiropractic, New York Chiropractic College, 1997.
Awards and Honors
Fordham University: Scripps Howard Journalism Award. New York Chiropractic College: Clinic Award. University of Sint Eustatius School of Medicine: University Award for participation as student president of the Integrative Medicine Program.
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