Overview
Have you recently experienced sudden neck or back pain? Or have you been in pain for quite some time and are ready to get back to feeling better? A chiropractic adjustment with us might just be what you need for overall wellness. Here's what you should know about chiropractic adjustment for functional medicine.
What is PTSD?
Post-traumatic stress syndrome, or PTSD, is a type of anxiety disorder that develops in people exposed to a dangerous or scary situation. Though our bodies produce a natural fight-or-flight response and recover after the traumatic situation, some patients may continue to experience symptoms for much longer.
Trained psychiatrists and licensed psychotherapists who have experience with mental disorders can diagnose PTSD. Patients of all ages can develop PTSD and, depending on the severity of symptoms, are unable to carry out daily activities and experience a rapid decline in quality of life. They may experience:
- an increase in stress
- bad dreams
- recurring nightmares and flashbacks
- increase in heart rate
- sweating
- avoiding crowded places or events
- easily startled
- tense
- memory loss
What Are the Benefits of Integrative Approaches to Managing PTSD?
There are multiple benefits to using an integrative approach to managing PTSD. Integrative forms of treatment are non-invasive and do not involve the use of narcotics. Having numerous forms of therapy to choose from means a one-size-fits-all approach is not taken, and treatment options are highly individualized based on the needs of the patient, as well as the symptoms experienced.
Common integrative therapies for PTSD management include:
- cognitive behavior therapy (CBT)
- yoga
- meditation
- massage to help increase serotonin and dopamine levels in patients
- reiki
- tai chi
- biofeedback
- hypnosis
- acupuncture
- guided imagery
- creative arts therapies
- animal-assisted therapy
- changes to diet
What to Expect During an Integrative PTSD Therapy Session
If you've never had an integrative PTSD therapy session, you might be wondering what to expect during your first appointment. A licensed psychiatrist or physiotherapist at reNu Medical & Injury Center will begin by asking a series of questions to determine your current health status, including your emotional and mental well-being. From there, they will prescribe a treatment plan that's specific to you and one that promotes recovery and increases your well-being. Your treatment plan may include one or multiple types of therapies, depending on your symptoms and lifestyle.
Effective PTSD therapies require an accurate evaluation and prompt care using safe, effective integrative techniques. Follow-up appointments are key to successful PTSD symptom management and in increasing your quality of life.
For more information about integrative approaches for PTSD, contact reNu Medical & Injury Center at (302) 368-0124.
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Back and Neck Pain
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Back and Neck Pain
In medical science, methods are constantly evolving that aim to alleviate chronic conditions such as neck and back pain. One such approach leverages the body’s inherent healing abilities to repair damaged tissues and relieve pain.
Understanding Neck and Back Pain
Neck and back pain are prevalent issues
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Chiropractic Manipulation
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Chiropractic Manipulation
Overview
Have you been experiencing chronic back pain? And have your other methods of treatment not yielding any improvements in your overall wellness? A chiropractic manipulation with us might be just what you need to get back to feeling better. Here’s what to know about chiropractic manipulation
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Laser Therapy
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Laser Therapy
Overview
Have you recently been diagnosed with fibromyalgia? Or have you been in pain for quite a while and are ready to get back to feeling better? A laser therapy session with us might just be what you need for overall wellness. Here's what you should know about laser therapy for integrative medicine.
What
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Massage Therapy
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Massage Therapy
Overview
A massage session with us might be just what you need if you’ve been experiencing sudden muscle spasms, lower neck and back pain, or just an overall increase in stress. Here’s what you should know about massage therapy for functional and integrative medicine.
Massage Therapy
Massage therapy
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Migraines
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Migraines
Overview
Have you recently experienced sudden neck or back pain? Or have you been in pain for quite some time and are ready to get back to feeling better? A chiropractic adjustment with us might just be what you need for overall wellness. Here’s what you should know about chiropractic adjustment for
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Prolotherapy
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Regenerative Medicine
What is Regenerative Medicine?
Regenerative medicine is beneficial for healing many types of bone and soft tissue problems, including arthritis.
Knees
Shoulders
Hips
Elbows
Ankles
Wrists
How Long Does it Take to Work?
It does take some time for regenerative medicine to work because you are kickstarting
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Rheumatoid and Psoriatic Arthritis
Overview
Have you been experiencing an increase in swelling and pain in your joints? Do you find yourself waking up sore and often unable to move your joints? An integrative rheumatoid and psoriatic arthritis treatment session with us might be just what you need for overall wellness. Here's everything
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Sports Injuries
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Sports Injuries
Overview
Have you recently had an acute shoulder dislocation while playing sports? Or have you been in pain for quite some time due to a chronic sports injury and are ready to get back to feeling better? A sports injury session with us might just be what you need for overall wellness. Here's what you
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