Does a Back Brace Make My Core Muscles Weak?

We frequently use Aspen back braces as an element of a patient’s treatment plan. There are three different types of braces we utilize but the one that we choose depends on the condition. Sometimes there’s hesitancy from our patients when giving them a back brace because they are afraid it is going to make their…

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What is Arthritis?

This is a question we get asked often here at Advanced Care Specialists. Fortunately, we not only have the answers to most of your questions, but we also have successful treatment options for some forms of arthritis. So back to the original question, what is arthritis? Arthritis is defined as inflammation or swelling of one…

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How To Get Started With Healthy Meal Prep

How To Get Started With Healthy Meal Prep

If you have a busy schedule and a great deal of responsibilities, a healthy homemade dinner might not be at the top of your to-do list. However, spending extra time preparing healthy meals to last you a week is worth the trouble. You probably envision bland steak, rice and broccoli portioned out into several days’…

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Do Injections Hurt?

Do Injections Hurt

Injections are administered with the desired outcome to improve an individual’s function and reach a more tolerable level of pain or ultimately, eliminate the pain. Someone presenting for injections is already in pain, so ideally, I like to reiterate the fact that the injections can’t hurt any more than the pain the individual is already…

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Why do I need x-rays before getting adjusted?

Oftentimes when you come to a new office they will take x-rays of your area of complaint.  X-rays are not always needed for treatment but visualization of the area of complaint can be an important piece of the puzzle. At ACS, we want to not only know WHAT is happening but, what can be more…

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What Can Physical Therapy Help With?

The APTA (American Physical Therapy Association) defines Physical Therapists as “movement experts who improve quality of life through prescribed exercise, hands-on care, and patient education”. Physical therapy addresses the impairments a patient may have, not just a medical diagnosis. These impairments impact a patient’s function and life activities. Pain into your ankles or heels after…

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