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About Victor Dolan, DC, DACBSP
Expertise
Health, fitness, exercise, nutrition, chiropractic, manipulation under anesthesia, sciatica, headache, neck pain, back pain, herniated disc, NY workers compensation injury, NY auto accident claims, Vertebral Subluxation Complex, muscle spasm; these are all along the issues, conditions, area's that I would feel qualified to comment upon. Received recognition in "PREVENTION" magazine, First Chief of Chiropractic in a NYS Hospital (1997) with citations and proclamations from the NYS Governor, NYS Senate, NYS assembly, NYC Council.

Experience
Palmer College Graduate 1983, Twenty -five years in practice at the same location in my hometown of Staten Island, NY. Working with neuro-musculo-skeletal complaints for 25 years. Techniques primarily utilized: Chiropractic via Palmer Package, diversified, thompson, SOT, Activator, Manipulation Under Anesthesia; Nutrition.

Organizations
Pi Kappa Chi Chiropractic Professional Fraternity- pledge president 1980, student chapter Vice President 1981, PCC PKX student President 1982, Pi Kappa Chi Alumni Association President 1985- 1996, PKX alumni Brother of the Year 1984, 1985, 1986 ; Knights of Columbus, Masons, Ancient Order of Hibernians

Publications
Selected to make Oral Presentation, American Public Health Association (2003)

Education/Credentials
Bachelor of Science (cum laude) Wagner College 1979 Doctorate of Chiropractic (cum laude) Palmer Chiropractic 1983 Licensed Doctor of Chiropractic, New Jersey (38MC00634000) & New York (X3567) Diplomat, National Board of Chiropractic Examiners Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician - A.C.A./New York Chiropractic College (1986) Diplomat, American Chiropractic Board of Sport Physicians (1996) Diplomat, American Academy of Pain Management (1998) Certified Personal Fitness Trainer Certified Emergency Medical Technician - New York State and National Registry Certified Manipulation Under Anesthesia (1998) Certified Clinical Nutritionist - International & American Assoc. of Clinical Nutrition (1999)

Awards and Honors
Prevention Magazine/ Alliance for Chiropractic Progress - (one of six nationally) – Award for Chiropractic Excellence 1998 First Chief of Chiropractic in a Hospital in New York State 1997 SICTV NOVA (Notable, Outstanding Video Achievement Award) - Viewers Choice Award for Most Popular Series (1996, 1997, and 1998) Volunteer Heart Resuscition Unit - Commendation for Meritorious Service (1994) SICTV NOVA (Notable, Outstanding Video Achievement Award) - Best Health Series (1994) Staten Island Richmond Lions - Melvin Jones Fellowship Award (1993) Pi Kappa Chi - Alumni Fraternity Brother of the Year (1987 and 1988) Selected to make Oral Presentation, American Public Health Association (2003) American Chiropractic Board of Sport Physicians Symposium presentation - Adolescent Athletic Injury, Prevention and Rehabilitation (2004)

Past/Present Clients
Doctors Hospital of Staten Island; Chief of Chiropractic (1997-2001); 1050 Targee Street, S.I.,N.Y. 10304 Curtis High School Football (1988 to present) Current NYC PSAL Football CHAMPION 2007

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Chiropractors - Re: Grinding sound in back between shoulder blades

Expert: Victor Dolan, DC, DACBSP - 11/6/2009

Question
Hi Dr. Nolan,

I asked you about a soft grinding sound between my shoulder blads in my back. I just wanted to answer your questions--I didn't have any injuries or trauma as far as I know (no falls, slips). I haven't done any workouts out of my normal routine (I usually run weekends, and have been long-distance running since high school). The noise seems to be less in the morning or after long periods of standing.

I just realized that this grinding started after the vacation I just came back from 3 days ago. I had been lugging around a pretty heavy duffel bag (slung on one shoulder) and a backpack with 4 bottles of wine (Bordeaux)! Perhaps I also strained my back from all the traveling..in addition to my prolonged poor posture? Is there anything I should avoid doing other than lifting/carrying heavy things and sitting on the floor? Can I still run or should I take a break for a week or two?

Thank you so much again for your time and help!!

All the best,
Liz

Answer
Hello Again,
Thank you for the additional information.

No trauma, no change in routine. "....The noise seems to be less in the morning or after long periods of standing...." - this means that when you are in a proper posture, ie: sleeping, relaxed, not in a particular forced posture, ie: standing, but not really carrying anything, standing comfortably; these are postures in which your body probably assumes a proper posture, and even if you are standing or walking- your body is relatively relaxed. Again, back to our previous discussion--- that prolonged posture, or improper posture = you body is not relaxed; sitting on that floor doing the computer either caused or perpetuated your complaints.

"....I had been lugging around a pretty heavy duffel bag (slung on one shoulder) and a backpack with 4 bottles of wine (Bordeaux)! Perhaps I also strained my back from all the traveling..in addition to my prolonged poor posture?..."- yes.
We look for a simple answer, ie; I fell down the stairs ; --- but sometimes it is an accumulation of minor insults, rather than one big insult/ injury. Sitting in that bad posture you have described, then also carrying the heavy bags = an accumulation that aggravates the back.

".....Is there anything I should avoid doing other than lifting/carrying heavy things and sitting on the floor? Can I still run or should I take a break for a week or two?...." ; sitting on the floor = NO, use the chair and desk ; lifting = THINK about what you are carrying- protect yourself, move, lift, carry, position yourself as to best protect yourself, and if it takes two trips instead of one,,,, then it takes two trips ; running = I think you could run, do your usual routine, do NOT add to it, but I think your usual routine should not aggravate your complaints.

I do highly recommend the Glucosamine/ chondroitin supplement for any joint pains.

I think you (even more then me) have thought through your aches and pains- writing to me made you think about this complaint and it's causes. You know what to do, you should be better then new in a few weeks!

As previously stated: Have a great adventure in France. Anything further- contact me, your Staten Island Chiropractor, here in the States.

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Thanks for the discussion,

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

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