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Subject	Date Asked	Expert
leg numbness	11/3/2009	Dr Ron Grassi,DC.,MS.,ACFEI.
Q: Dr Grassi, My left front leg from my hip bone to my shin, around to my buttock and down to my left ... A: It would be prudent to go to your GP,MD. He will get Lab work: >#1. CBC w/diff,SMAC,UA & ...
Pectoral muscle pain	11/3/2009	Dr. Nekessa Remy
Q: I have been experiencing pain in my right pectoral muscle for approximately 3 or so months now. I ... A: The ultrasound is a good idea to rule out any underlying shoulder or pectoral injuries. Have you had ...
SI joint Adjustment	11/2/2009	Dr Ron Grassi,DC.,MS.,ACFEI.
Q: If you get an SI adjustment and don't need one, can that permanently damage your SI joint? It has ... A: I suggest you go back to the Chiropractor and give him a chance at an explanation. I was not there ...
New Problem	11/2/2009	Dr. Paul Newhart
Q: I had an SI joint, side manipulation for my left SI joint. That SI joint has been hurting for ... A: If it didn't need to be adjusted, it would probably not damage the joint. However, it may have ...
SI Joint Pain	10/31/2009	Dr Ron Grassi,DC.,MS.,ACFEI.
Q: I went to a chiropractor 3 months ago due to sciatica pain I was experiencing in my right calf and ... A: Without Trauma. It's unlikely your Disc got worse. Bulging Disc's are considered normal variants ...
Neck Injury	10/30/2009	Dr. Man Tran, Ph.D., D.C., L.Ac.
Q: The Injury and Context: Five weeks ago I was injured at a mixed martial arts class when I was put ... A: There are various structures at the neck that could be injured due to the guillotine choke. The ...
Neck Injury	10/30/2009	Gerald Anzalone, D.C.
Q: The Injury and Context: Five weeks ago I was injured at a mixed martial arts class when I was put ... A: First, I would recommend seeing a musculoskeletal-based doctor of chiropractic (D.C.), or see your ...
SI Joint Pain	10/30/2009	Dr Ron Grassi,DC.,MS.,ACFEI.
Q: I went to a chiropractor 3 months ago due to sciatica pain I was experiencing in my right calf and ... A: I thought you already had an MRI an it showed a Bulging Disc. An injection in an SI joint that does ...
SI Joint Problems	10/30/2009	Dr. Nekessa Remy
Q: In July I went to a chiropractor for the first time because I was experiencing sciatica in my right ... A: SI problems are not typically associated with sciatic type symptoms. However a chiropractor should ...
MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS	10/30/2009	John Quackenbush DC
Q: My daughter wrote: MS is based on inflammation in the body which is caused by the poor conductivity ... A: I would like to answer this question but it is not as simple as a yes or a no answer. I do believe ...
Back Pain	10/29/2009	Dr Ron Grassi,DC.,MS.,ACFEI.
Q: I am having back pain around the place where my spine and my rib cage on my back converge. I believe ... A: Yes. That was the developmental thing I was referring to. The Spinous Processes on your Vertebrates ...
Shoulder Injury	10/29/2009	Dr. Paul Newhart
Q: I was performing Dumbell Shoulder Press in the gym sitting on a bench. Since i was doing the seated ... A: You may have only caused a deep strain, probably to one of the smaller muscles of the shoulder ...
SI Joint Pain	10/28/2009	Dr Ron Grassi,DC.,MS.,ACFEI.
Q: I went to a chiropractor 3 months ago due to sciatica pain I was experiencing in my right calf and ... A: Have you had an EMG or Nerve Test yet.? Either a Neurologist or Physiatrist do these. How is all ...
New Problem	10/28/2009	Dr. Paul Newhart
Q: I had an SI joint, side manipulation for my left SI joint. That SI joint has been hurting for ... A: It is not normal to have pain lasting for days after an adjustment. There may be soft tissue injury ...
Back Pain	10/28/2009	Dr Ron Grassi,DC.,MS.,ACFEI.
Q: I am having back pain around the place where my spine and my rib cage on my back converge. I believe ... A: I think you mean T9. That's the Thoracic Spine. That's where the Kidneys are. Ask your Dr to order ...
Herniated Disk	10/27/2009	Dr Ron Grassi,DC.,MS.,ACFEI.
Q: Grassi, My Mom (a young age 74) has been in pain for nearly 6 months-mainly showing up as sciatic ... A: GOOD POINT.! What a difference. We are referring to NON-SURGICAL with the 9000.Just make sure they ...
Herniated Disk	10/27/2009	Dr Ron Grassi,DC.,MS.,ACFEI.
Q: Grassi, My Mom (a young age 74) has been in pain for nearly 6 months-mainly showing up as sciatic ... A: IDDD=Intra Discal Disc Decompression. Remember my suggestion about hanging upside down at home IF ...
SI Joint Problems	10/27/2009	Dr. Nekessa Remy
Q: In July I went to a chiropractor for the first time because I was experiencing sciatica in my right ... A: I am not sure what type of adjustment was done to your hip therefore I can't definetivley determine ...
CHIROPRACTORS IN INDIA	10/27/2009	Victor Dolan, DC, DACBSP
Q: ARE THERE ANY LICENSED CHIROPRACTORS IN INDIA, I HAVE JUST COME FROM AUSTRALIA FOR A YEAR TO INDIA ... A: Good luck on your adventure in India! As you know, Australia and it's close neighbor- New Zealand ...
Treatment for damage to cranial nerves	10/27/2009	Scott F. Gillman, DC, DACBSP
Q: Hey Dr. Gillman, I'm in my first year of Chiropractic school and we are currently learning about ... A: Jared, We really do not treat damaged cranial nerves, and I hope your teachers aren't touting that ...
hip and leg pain	10/26/2009	Dr Ron Grassi,DC.,MS.,ACFEI.
Q: A: How old are you.? I'm thinking Middle or High School. You have flat feet. That means your thigh & ...
Herniated Disk	10/26/2009	Dr Ron Grassi,DC.,MS.,ACFEI.
Q: Grassi, My Mom (a young age 74) has been in pain for nearly 6 months-mainly showing up as sciatic ... A: Has your Mom had an EMG Nerve Test by a Neurologist,MD.? If not, she needs to get one. The MRI shows ...
cervical spine	10/26/2009	Dr. Nekessa Remy
Q: My father got into an accident January of this year I posted a question earlier but due to character ... A: First of all, the injuries described in this MRI are most likely not due to the car accident. ...
Spinal Injuries	10/26/2009	Gerald Anzalone, D.C.
Q: my father recently got into a motor vehicle accident. He was rear ended near the end of January and ... A: The MRI scan report essentially indicates that your father has some osteoarthritis (degenerative ...
Rib Cartilage	10/25/2009	Dr. Paul Newhart
Q: Almost 12 mths ago I was injured playing Rugby, I had an elbow hit my chest with great force. I ... A: Taking an elbow to the ribs may have caused misalignment to the rib, as well as a bruise. I would ...
neck problems	10/24/2009	Dr. Nekessa Remy
Q: My dad just recently had pains in both the neck and back. He says that the pain in the back has ... A: Without performing an actual examination, I am not able to provide you with a definitive answer. I ...
Neck injury?	10/23/2009	Dr Ron Grassi,DC.,MS.,ACFEI.
Q: Last week I had some tension in my neck and back and was making stretching movements to relieve it. ... A: Wow.! Well, I an very surprised the Ortho did not order an MRI yet. Did he even take Xrays.? Any ...
Dull knee pain	10/22/2009	Dr. Nekessa Remy
Q: Hey there, Several years ago I partially tore my MCL in my knee playing soccer. I went through ... A: Unfortunately, without performing a physical examination it is difficulty to diagnose you with ...
drop foot	10/22/2009	Dr. Paul Newhart
Q: I am a 70 yr old male in good physical condition and was recently diagnosed with a ruptured disc at ... A: A good rehab program would help you regain much of the ability with the foot. A good PT or ...
Spondylolisthesis and laser treatment options	10/22/2009	Scott F. Gillman, DC, DACBSP
Q: My mother has been diagnosed with grade 3 spondylosis in the cervical vertabrae and grade 2 ... A: Sorry that your mom has such troubles. If the chiropractic care has not proven effective in ...
L5 hurniated disk	10/22/2009	Dr Ron Grassi,DC.,MS.,ACFEI.
Q: is a hurniated disk something a chiropractor can usually treat? A: A resounding YES.! That's part of what we live for. Of course unless, it is so herniated that you ...
T12 compressed fracture of 30%	10/21/2009	Dr Ron Grassi,DC.,MS.,ACFEI.
Q: Can I develop scoliosis from this type of injury? I've been in a Jewitt brace for 7 weeks now and my ... A: I'm glad I could be of help. If you ever catch that Roach get him bronzed. My sister hates them too. ...
Dull knee pain	10/21/2009	Dr. Nekessa Remy
Q: Hey there, Several years ago I partially tore my MCL in my knee playing soccer. I went through ... A: Hey David. According to your MRI findings it sounds like you may suffer from knee instability. ...
Left Leg and foot numb	10/21/2009	Scott F. Gillman, DC, DACBSP
Q: Leatherman from a person named Alexandra, and I have the same symptoms. A few weeks ago while I was ... A: Karen, No pain? No swelling? No loss of ability to walk on heels and toes? No tenderness to ...
T12 compressed fracture of 30%	10/21/2009	Dr Ron Grassi,DC.,MS.,ACFEI.
Q: Can I develop scoliosis from this type of injury? I've been in a Jewitt brace for 7 weeks now and my ... A: how are ya.? Yes, you will get "a little curve" not enough to call a Scoliosis. The vertebrae went ...
Left Leg and foot numb	10/21/2009	Scott F. Gillman, DC, DACBSP
Q: Leatherman from a person named Alexandra, and I have the same symptoms. A few weeks ago while I was ... A: Karen, I can give you a laundry list of conditions that cause numbness, everything from lumbar disc ...
sternum cracking, and tender rib.	10/21/2009	Dr Ron Grassi,DC.,MS.,ACFEI.
Q: For about three years or so my third rib has been raised or swollen. When palpated there is a ... A: How are you.? Is it the 3rd. Rib from the top or the bottom.? You have Costocondritis or Tietzies ...
Pinched nerve	10/21/2009	Dr Ron Grassi,DC.,MS.,ACFEI.
Q: I am hoping that you can help me. I am 30 years old and a very active woman, who is in good health. ... A: That is my Nieces' name too!. You STRAIN a muscle/tendon. You SPRAIN a joint. Most of the time it is ...
si joint	10/20/2009	Scott F. Gillman, DC, DACBSP
Q: I have an issue that has been ongoing for several years now and I have been through all types of ... A: Michael, You've had a lot of treatment. When you say "chiropractic," what did that consist of? ...
Facet Joint Arthritis	10/20/2009	Scott F. Gillman, DC, DACBSP
Q: I have mild arthritis in my facet joints most prominent in L4-L5. Pain started in August of this ... A: Jenny, "Improved slightly after six weeks" is not really all that great when it's just lower back ...

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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.

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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)

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Ontario Chiropractic Association Canadian Chiropractic Association Canadian Chiropractic Protective Association

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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

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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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