All of our Doctors are New York State Workers’ Compenasation Certified, therfore no referral is needed when seeking care. Studies have shown work injuries to be the number one cause for low productivity and lost time from work. On the job injuries cost companies millions of dollars per year. Here at Erie County Chiropractic we treat work related injuries very effectively. Our goal is to get the patient cared for and ready to return to work as soon as possible. Low back pain due to disc injury is the most common work related injury. This can be very painful and debilitating. Chiropractic care is the treatment of choice in most cases due to its effectiveness.

Therapeutic Massage involves the manipulation of the soft tissue structures of the body to alleviate pain, discomfort, muscle spasm and stress. Therapeutic Massage improves functioning of the circulatory, lymphatic and nervous systems. Massage will also aid in improving the rate at which the body recovers from injury and illness. A massage will relax the body and mind from pressures generated by daily stress.

Many Studies Have Found People Injured In Auto Accidents Prefer Chiropractic Care For The Treatment Of Their Injuries

More Than 80% Of North Americans Will At Some Time In Their Life Suffer From The Disabling Confines Of Lower Back Pain.

In a studies conducted show, almost 33% of all people injured in motor vehicle accidents (MVA's) seek treatment from doctors of chiropractic. Considering the National Safety Council (NSC) has determined that there are more than 12 million MVA's each year involving more than 20 million vehicles this is an impressive number seeking chiropractic care.

People are choosing chiropractic care for treatment of these injuries because chiropractic care is superior in the treatment of soft tissue injuries, especially the spine. Chiropractic is the treatment of choice in injuries caused by MVA's because the most common injuries are sprains and strains of the spinal muscles and ligaments.

There have been many studies involving MVA injuries and chiropractic treatment. One study involving 190 whiplash injury victims showed a 100% satisfaction rate from those receiving chiropractic treatment.

Most sport's related injuries are usually soft tissue injuries such as ligament sprains or muscle strains or both. These types of injuries respond very well to chiropractic care. Through the use of physical therapies such as, ice, heat, manual traction, massage, and stretching, your Chiropractor can ease the pain while in the initial stages of the injury. Then adjustments and a rehab program to increase range of motion and facilitate muscle strengthening should be incorporated. All of these things can help you return to sports with minimal time lost.

Research studies are showing that chiropractic is safe and effective for treating a number of conditions including headaches.

A 1995 clinical study of patients suffering from tension headaches found that 6 weeks of spinal manipulation by chiropractors was an effective treatment. It relieved pain longer and with fewer side affects than treatment for the same period with antidepressant medication. Other studies are looking at the effectiveness of chiropractic care for other kinds of headaches, as well as neck pain.

Your neck protects your spinal cord and spinal nerves, while supporting and balancing the weight of your head. Poor posture, wear and tear, injury, stress, and tension can strain or damage vital parts of your neck. Your neck (cervical spine) is aligned in a natural curve at the top of your spine. Damage to your neck's natural curve can cause painful problems.

Your doctor of chiropractic looks at your overall health, focusing not only on your neck, but also on your lifestyle. This integrated approach helps determine the best treatment for your neck pain. Your lower back is a vulnerable area, constantly under the strain of supporting your upper body. Poor posture, injuries, wear and tear, hereditary weakness, or excess weight can cause a variety of painful low back problems.

Your low back is one of the three natural curves of your spine If that area lacks strength or flexibility, your entire back loses support. This can put pressure on joints, nerves, and discs. To help identify the cause of your problem, you and your chiropractor will discuss your symptoms and previous injuries, your family's health history, and your lifestyle, including recreational and work-related physical activities.

As "blueprints" of your neck and spine, x-rays can reveal misalignments, fractures, arthritis, hereditary malformations, or other problems. Additional test will be done, if necessary. Based on the examination and findings, your doctor of chiropractic may recommend an individualized treatment program to realign your neck and or back, relieve muscle spasms, restore motion, and reduce pain. If needed, your chiropractor will also consult with other medical specialist about your condition.

Many people suffer from numbness or tingling sensations in the arms, hands, legs, or the feet. This is the body's way of telling us there is a problem that needs to be corrected. This kind of problem can mean one of two things. Either there is a blood circulation problem to that area or a nerve is being irritated by something. Your chiropractor can determine which of these problems is at issue through an exam. If the problem is a nerve being pinched or irritated this can be treated effectively by chiropractic.