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Back Health Strength, Strains and Sprains By Dr. Aaron Dutruch AS A CHIROPRACTOR, ONE OF THE MORE COMMON REASONS PATIENTS SEEK TREATMENT IS BACK PAIN. THERE ARE SEVERAL TYPES OF INJURIES THAT COULD CAUSE A PATIENT PAIN OR DISCOMFORT. OF THESE, THE MOST COMMON INJURIES WE SEE ARE SPRAINS, STRAINS, JOINT DYSFUNCTION AND MORE SERIOUS ISSUES INVOLVING THE SPINAL DISCS AND NERVES. Strains & Sprains Sprains are defined as damage to the muscle or tendons, whereas strains are defined as damage to the ligaments. They usually occur at the same time and are often treated simultaneously. These types of injuries can occur throughout the spine and are typically characterized by local pain (pain in one spot that does not move), potential swelling and pain with movement. Sprains and strains can happen with motor vehicle accidents, falls and with improper lifting.
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Joint Dysfunction The spinal joints are unique in that they are not specifically designed to bear weight like the knee, hip or ankle joints. They are designed to be like “guide rails” to help direct motion and protect the spinal cord. Joint dysfunction simply means that the joints are not moving the way they should. These injuries are subtle and often lead to muscle spasms, chronic stiffness or discomfort for the patient. The most common causes of joint dysfunction are incorrect posture and sprains or strains that have not
