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Expert: - 4/13/2010


Question
I was told that there are certain techniques that should not be used if you have had a retinal detachment.  I was getting chiropractic care for neck and shoulder pain and 6 months after starting treatment had a detached retina with 2 tears.  Would like to know if this is true or not and if so, what manipulations should I avoid?

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Hi Kelley,
I have not heard of any specific cases of manipulations causing retinal detachment. There are a variety of techniques that can be used when treating neck and shoulders. Perhaps you should discuss this with your chiropractor. Activator is a tool that can be used to adjust the neck without causing any rotation of the neck which may be beneficial in reducing the strain on the retinal muscles.

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Dr. Nekessa Remy

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I am able to answer questions regarding chiropractic treatment, physical rehabilitation and musculoskeletal injuries. This involves conditions such back and neck pain, headaches, joint pain, athletic injuries, overuse injuries, sciatic, carpal tunnel and other nerve-related conditions. Various therapies including, nutrition, medical acupuncture, laser therapy, soft tissue therapy (Active Release Technique), orthotics, workplace ergonomics, postural exercises and active rehabilitation.

Experience

10 years experience in athletic rehabilitation and exercise therapy. 7 years experience as a certified kinesiologist working in motor vehicle accident rehab. Clinic chiropractor and owner of The Chiropractic Office in Missisauga, Ontario. Graduated from Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC). On the board of Directors of The Care Management Group (Car Accident Injury Management Group)

Organizations
Ontario Chiropractic Association Canadian Chiropractic Association Canadian Chiropractic Protective Association

Education/Credentials
Currently enrolled in the Fellowship of Chiropractic Rehabilitation Sciences (CMCC) Metrix Certified In home Assessor Graduated Magna Cum Laude from CMCC Diploma in Acupuncture from McMaster University Graduated with an Honors Degree from University of Western Ontario Certified Personal Trainer

Awards and Honors
Doctor of Chiropractic degree from CMCC Diploma in Acupuncture from McMaster University Honors Degree in Kinesiology from the University of Western Ontario

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