Services Offered in Burtonsville MD

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Chiropractic Techniques Utilized in Burtonsville MD

Activator Method: 

• The Activator Method uses a small handheld instrument to deliver gentle, precise chiropractic adjustments. It’s a comfortable technique for patients who prefer a lighter touch.
• The Activator is the most commonly used instrument in chiropractic care. Research has shown that the Activator Method leads to positive results and is just as effective as other techniques. For many patients, an Activator adjustment can achieve outcomes similar to manual adjustments. This provides both chiropractors and patients with a reliable alternative when manual adjustments are not ideal for clinical reasons.

ART (Active Release Technique):

• ART is a hands-on therapy that targets tight muscles, tendons, and ligaments. By breaking up scar tissue and improving mobility, it helps relieve pain and restore function.
• At Block Wellness, we use ART to help with conditions like carpal tunnel, shin splints, rotator cuff issues, sciatica, plantar fasciitis, knee pain, tennis elbow, headaches, and back pain—many of which stem from muscle overuse.  Repetitive motions at work or in daily life can lead to Overuse Syndrome. While symptoms may not appear right away, the body adapts over time, often causing soft tissue changes and chronic pain.

Diversified Technique: 

• The Diversified Technique is a widely used chiropractic approach that restores alignment with gentle, hands-on adjustments. It helps improve mobility, reduce pain, and support overall spinal health.
• The Diversified Technique aims to reduce nerve interference through manual spinal and extremity adjustments. It involves a full assessment using exams, imaging, and reflex tests. Most adjustments are high-velocity, low-amplitude (HVLA) manipulations that often produce a “popping” sound. Some practitioners may also use tools like drop tables or pelvic blocks.

Grastron Technique:

• This soft tissue therapy uses specialized instruments to gently break down scar tissue and fascial restrictions. It helps improve mobility and reduce chronic pain.
• The Graston Technique® is an evidence-based therapy that uses specialized stainless steel instruments to break down scar tissue and fascial restrictions. It helps treat soft tissue injuries, reduce inflammation, and restore pain-free movement. Originally developed by athletes, it is now widely used for both acute and chronic conditions.

Spinal screenings:

• Spinal screenings are a quick, easy way to check for misalignments or imbalances. They help identify issues early and provide guidance on how to keep your spine healthy.
• A chiropractic adjustment can help relieve daily pain by restoring your body’s natural alignment. At Block Wellness, we use spinal manipulation to address joint and spinal issues, reduce subluxations, improve mobility, and ease nerve irritation. Our skilled chiropractor aims to help you achieve balance, relieve pain, and support a healthier, pain-free lifestyle.

Degenerative Disc Disease:

• Degenerative disc disease can cause back or neck pain as the spinal discs wear down with age or injury. Our treatments focus on reducing discomfort, restoring mobility, and supporting long-term spinal health.

Corrective Exercises:

• We teach simple, customized exercises to strengthen weak areas, improve posture, and support long-term recovery. These movements help you stay active and prevent future injuries.

Kinesio Taping:

• Kinesio tape supports muscles and joints without restricting movement. It can reduce pain, improve circulation, and support healing between treatments.

Lifestyle Advice:

• We provide simple, practical guidance on posture, movement, stress management, and daily habits to help you live healthier and feel better.

Nutritional Consultations:

• Good nutrition is key to healing and wellness. We provide personalized guidance to help you fuel your body, support recovery, and reach your health goals.

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Additional Massage Therapy Techniques:

Myofascial Release: 

• This gentle, hands-on technique focuses on releasing tension in the fascia—the connective tissue around your muscles. It helps ease pain, improve flexibility, and restore movement.
• Myofascial release is a gentle manual therapy used to relieve pain and tightness caused by soft tissue restrictions, often from injury, inflammation, or surgery. These restrictions can’t be detected by standard imaging but may cause muscle tension, spasms, and limited mobility. During treatment, a therapist uses their hands to apply pressure to the affected areas, helping to relax and stretch the fascia. Sessions typically last 30 to 60 minutes, may require follow-ups, and involve no equipment or creams.

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Other Therapies and Services:

StemWave:

• StemWave is an advanced therapy that uses gentle acoustic waves to activate your body’s natural healing processes. It helps reduce pain, improve mobility, and stimulate tissue repair without surgery or medication.

Cryotherapy:

• Cryotherapy uses targeted cold therapy to reduce pain, inflammation, and swelling. It’s especially helpful after injuries or for chronic joint and muscle pain.
• It can also treat certain cancers and abnormal skin cells. The therapy involves entering a chamber filled with liquid nitrogen or cold air, which rapidly cools the body and stimulates the sympathetic nervous system through cold receptors in the skin.

Electrical Stimulation:

• Electrical stimulation uses safe, low-level currents to relax tight muscles, improve circulation, and ease pain. It’s often combined with other treatments for faster recovery.