Leg Pain

Here at Bezak Chiropractic and Rehabilitation, we see patients for a wide range of medical conditions that often include pain in one or more parts of the body. Leg pain is a common complaint, as it can be caused by so many different factors.

 

Leg pain can be a source of an injury or trauma, sciatica pain, muscle pain and cramping from physical activity, immobility, or lack of flexibility following leg surgery. It can also be a sign of a medical condition or disease. Leg pain can also accompany other symptoms, like numbness, tingling, weakness, or muscle spasms.

 

Chiropractic treatments for leg pain vary depending on the cause. We take X-rays to determine the cause of the pain, as this dictates our preferred treatment plan. For example, if the pain is radiating from the buttocks or lower back, it is commonly from sciatica pain, and we treat sciatica with a spinal adjustment. By knowing the details surrounding the pain, such as when the symptoms started, the location, and how mild or severe the symptoms are, we can plot the best treatment plan.

 

Call Dr. Brian Bezak at 301-220-0496 to discuss getting chiropractic treatment for any leg pain you are experiencing.

Middle Back Pain

Middle back pain is a type of pain and discomfort experienced in the middle part of the back, and is often the result of torn or strained ligaments and muscles. Middle back pain is not as common as low back pain, but still can be very uncomfortable for our patients. Dr. Brian Bezak offers patients a variety of chiropractic treatments that not only help them find relief, but prevent future occurrences from happening.

 

Before deciding what treatment is most effective, we focus on diagnosing cause of the pain. These are common causes for middle back pain:

1. Poor posture.

2. Carrying a heavy backpack.

3. Sleeping on a mattress without adequate support.

4. Obesity

5. Arthritis.

 

While these are not the only causes of middle back pain, we see these causes of middle back pain frequently.

 

After a physical examination, our patients usually get an adjustment for their pain. This helps manipulate the spine to realign the vertebrae, which can often help relieve the pressure and pain on its own. We also provide physical therapy, therapeutic massage, and rehabilitation exercises to further help with treating and preventing middle back pain.

 

If you are having middle back pain, stop suffering. Visit Bezak Chiropractic and Rehabilitation in Greenbelt, MD to start on your treatments for middle back pain.

Tingling

Tingling sensations in the feet, hands, or arms are uncomfortable and can also be a sign of another type of medical condition. They are most common in the hands and feet, though can be felt just about anywhere in the body.

 

Tingling is often combined with feelings of numbness or radiating pain, though not always. Tingling is described as feeling like pins and needles, and caused by anything from infection and diabetes, to a pinched nerve or a traumatic injury. Even a nutritional deficiency can be the culprit for experiencing tingling.

 

To treat tingling, Bezak Chiropractic and Rehabilitation recommends the following treatment options based on the cause of the tingling:

• Therapeutic massage
• Medications
• Yoga
• Stretching
• Exercise therapy
• Physical therapy
• Physiotherapy
• Adjustments and manipulations
• Steroid injections
• Surgery, depending on the cause

Dr. Brian Bezak uses various procedures, ranging from injections to adjustments, in order to remove nerve irritation that is causing tingling. If you have tingling and want to start on your treatments, call us at 301-220-0496 to schedule an appointment in our Greenway Medical Center location.

Ultrasound

Here at Bezak Chiropractic and Rehabilitation, we provide a wide range of chiropractic treatments for our patients, including ultrasound therapy. Ultrasound therapy is performed in our office to treat a variety of conditions. This is not the same ultrasound technology used as an imaging and diagnostic tool, but meant to use sound waves for providing exceptional relief of muscle spasms, joint pain, and pain associated with soft tissue injuries.

Ultrasound treatment works by using sound waves to cause gentle vibration of the patient’s soft tissues and muscle. It is often used in conjunction with other treatments for the best relief possible. The vibration of sound waves work well on patients that have tightness in their joints and need to their muscles to relax. The sound waves are also combined with heat that helps to provide a better overall healing process.

Patients get ultrasound therapy for many different conditions and injuries. Some patients come to us because of muscle soreness or joint tightness, while others have had a vehicle accident and they need the treatment for their injuries.

Please visit our chiropractor Dr. Brian Bezak in Greenbelt, MD to discuss the many benefits of ultrasound treatments.

Hand Pain

Many of our patients here at Bezek Chiropractic and Rehabilitation spend a good deal of time during their workday at the computer doing repetitive motions. Some even go home to spend even more time using the computer keyboard. As a result, they often come to us complaining of tingling, numbness and pain in their hands and wrist. Some even tell us they are unable to grip objects as a result of the pain and numbness.

This numbness, tingling and hand pain is indicative of repetitive motion injury known as carpal tunnel syndrome. It is caused by pressure and compression placed on the median nerve, which runs through your forearm to your hand.

Dr. Brian Bezak offers his patients natural chiropractic treatment to ease the symptoms of hand pain. These include myofascial release, personalized exercise, cervical traction, and ergonomic instructions. In addition, in some cases, chiropractic adjustments may be recommended.

Chiropractic care for hand pain in our Greenbelt, MD office can be of great benefit in treating carpal tunnel syndrome and other types of hand and wrist pain.

Upper Back Pain

Upper back pain and tightness occurs for many reasons, including improper posture, an accident, or injury or trauma associated with a sporting or work-related activity. Even turning wrong while sleeping can lead to upper back pain. Regardless of the cause, it can cause its sufferer discomfort ranging from soreness and achiness to excruciating, sharp pain. Upper back pain can also present itself in muscle tension, muscle spasms, and burning and stabbing pain. It can make it difficult to take a deep breath or turn your head to the side.

If you are experiencing any of the above upper back pain symptoms, know that chiropractic care here at Bezek Chiropractic and Rehabilitation can help to relieve your symptoms in a natural, holistic way. Depending on the cause and severity of your upper back pain, Dr. Brian Bezak uses a variety of chiropractic techniques, including:

• spinal manipulation and adjustment


• trigger point therapy


• customized exercise to strengthen and stretch your upper back


• range of motion improvement exercises


• traction


• electrical muscle stimulation


• ultrasound


• moist heat and/or cold packs

There’s no need to live with upper back pain. Contact Dr. Brian Bezak today to learn about how chiropractic care for upper back pain can help.

Hip Pain

Hip pain is a common complaint of many of our patients here at Bezek Chiropractic and Rehabilitation. Our senior patients in Greenbelt, MD have an even higher risk of hip pain due to degeneration, years of wear and tear, and fracturing of the hip.

The causes of hip pain include the following:

• ·         Osteoarthritis


• ·         Rheumatoid arthritis


• ·         Bursitis


• ·         Tendinitis


• ·         Muscle strain


• ·         Hip fractures


• ·         Bone cancer

When patients visit us with hip pain, Dr. Bezak begins with a comprehensive examination, including X-rays if indicated, in order to determine the extent and causal factors of our patients’ hip pain.

Dr. Brian Bezak offers his patients chiropractic treatment for hip pain that offers the following benefits (in addition to reduction in pain):

• ·         Inflammation reduction


• ·         Improved range of hip joint motion


• ·         Strengthened damaged tissues and weakened muscles


• ·         Correct posture restoration

If you are experiencing hip pain, we encourage you to call us at 301-220-0496 to discuss your natural treatment options.

Elbow Pain

Did you know that common elbow conditions can be successfully treated by us here at Bezek Chiropractic and Rehabilitation? Chiropractic care is an excellent option for elbow pain relief because it avoids the use of surgeries or the reliance on medications.

Chiropractic care for elbow pain focuses on correcting the structural components, such as your muscles and bones, of your elbow, so that you can not only receive pain relief but have a strengthened elbow to prevent future elbow problems from reoccurring.

Two of the most common conditions associated with elbow pain, and for which Dr. Brian Bezak treats, are tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow.

• ·         Lateral epicondylitis, more readily known as tennis elbow, is a type of tendonitis and inflammation that occurs from the overuse of the tendons and muscles that connect the muscles of the forearm. It is characterized by tenderness and pain over the outside area of the elbow.


• ·         Medial epicondylitis, more commonly known as golfer’s elbow, is an inflammation at the focal point where the bony area of the inner elbow attaches to the tendons of the forearm. It is characterized by tenderness and pain in the inner elbow region.

Give us a call at 301-220-0496, if you are experiencing tenderness or pain in your elbow.

Sprain/Strain

Sprains and strains both cause persistent pain and lack of mobility for patients. While they have similar causes and symptoms, they are not actually the same thing. A sprain is an injury that occurs with the ligament, which connects bones to a joint. A strain is an injury to a tendon or muscle that is connected to a bone. Sprains of the ankle are most common, though some people find that they have sprained their wrist. Strains are most common in the back of the thigh (hamstring), arm, hand and elbow.

Sprains are typically caused by accident, like falling or twisting, though blunt force to the area can also be a cause. Strains are similar, though often less severe than a sprain. The signs and symptoms of sprains and strains are quite similar to each other. They include:

• Pain


• Muscle spasms or weakness


• Swelling


• Bruising


• The inability to move the joint


• Cramping

Here at Bezak Chiropractic and Rehabilitation, Dr. Brian Bezak offers chiropractic and rehab for sprains and strains and encourages patients to visit the Greenbelt, MD clinic for possible treatments. This includes manipulation of the affected joints, bracing the joint and soft tissue therapy. We also provide nutritional and exercise suggestions for faster healing. Contact our office at 301-220-0496 to learn more about sprains and strains and the treatment options available.

Foot Pain

Dr. Brian Bezak provides chiropractic care for many types of disorders and diseases, including pain in the foot here at Bezak Chiropractic and Rehabilitation. Foot pain can occur in one or multiple areas of the foot, such as the toes, arch, heel, sole or ankle.

Causes of foot pain vary, and include an injury, aging, having an occupation that requires standing for long periods of time, insufficient foot protection, playing a sport often, a genetic deformity or being overweight. There are also medical conditions that frequently cause foot pain like arthritis, gout, bunions, calluses, hammertoes, plantar fasciitis, warts, sprains, stress fractures and of course, broken bones.

Here a Bezak Chiropractic and Rehabilitation in Greenbelt, MD, we provide multiple ways of treating and managing foot pain. The treatment generally depends on the cause and type of pain being experienced. We can help treat and remove warts, bunions, corns and calluses, as well as providing chiropractic care for sprains and arthritis. Patients are urged to visit our office for swelling that isn’t improving, persistent pain for several weeks, numbness, tingling and burning pain. Call us today to get more information about treatment options for foot pain.

On-Site X-Rays

Dr. Brian Bezak is experienced at providing chiropractic and rehabilitation treatments for a wide range of problems, including soreness and discomfort, arthritis, sprains and strains, whiplash, chronic pain, fractures and various medical conditions. However, before providing the right treatment plan, a proper diagnosis is made through the use of x-rays. On-site x-rays are provided right here in our Greenbelt, MD Bekak Chiropractic and Rehabilitation practice in order to make it more convenient for our patients.

On-site x-rays provided in our office look at the skeletal structure and bone structure of the spine. It gives us an idea of spinal curvatures and possible issues with misalignment of the spine, which is a very common occurrence among patients who experience chronic pain. Patients get these results more quickly by using our on-site x-ray machines, and don’t have go to another location for these images is not necessary in many cases.

Visit our website to find out more about on-site x-rays and what the next steps are after getting an approximate diagnosis of your condition.

Workplace Ergonomics

We have found that many injuries and cases of chronic back, shoulder, neck or wrist pain, stem from how the patient is positioned while at work. Learning about workplace ergonomics is essential.  It helps our patients learn how to avoid injuries at work when using the tools and equipment of their trade.

One significant component of workplace ergonomics is that the workspace needs to be set up in a way that provides minimal, natural movement of the body. It helps patients have less neck and back pain, and can even reduce the frequency and severity of headaches. If you have been experiencing pain, visiting Dr. Brian Bezak can help, as chiropractic care is highly successful for workplace injuries.

We use different types of procedures and treatments for the help of workplace injuries. These include adjustments and manipulations, electric muscle stimulation, stretching for better range of motion, rehabilitation exercises, and massage therapy. Here at Bezak Chiropractic and Rehabilitation, we also provide advice and recommendations for better workplace ergonomics. If you are unsure of how to properly set up your workspace, contact us and we will provide the best course of action for prevention, as well as treatment for your current injuries.

Weight Training

Like strength training and cardiovascular exercise, weight training is a beneficial activity for the health of your body. While weight training helps to promote strong bone health, it can cause a variety of injuries — particularly when done improperly.

Bench presses, squats, lunges, dead lifts and curls are types of weight lifting techniques that can lead to injuries. The most common weight lifting injuries involve the back, shoulders, and knees because they bear the brunt of the range of motion and weight lifted during a weight lifting session. These injuries include:

• Shoulder Impingement Syndrome - Inflammation of the tendons that hold the shoulder in its proper position.


• Patellar tendonitis - Inflammation of the tendons of the knee.


• Rotator cuff tears - Refers to a rip in one or more tendons of the shoulder.


• Back strain or sprain - While a strain involves torn tendons or muscles, sprains relate to stretched or torn ligaments.


• Herniated disk - Refers to a slippage or rupture of one of the cushions between the vertebrae within the backbone.

Here at Bezak Chiropractic and Rehabilitation, we have seen our share of injuries suffered as a result of improper techniques used in weightlifting, whether they are sustained by amateur or professional weightlifters. Fortunately, injured weightlifters can see tremendous benefits from chiropractic treatments. If you are an injured weight lifter or want to learn more about preventing weight lifting injuries, contact us directly today.

Core Stability

If you are one of the millions of Americans who suffer from back pain, core stability exercises in conjunction with chiropractic spinal adjustments can help provide relief from back pain. However, you need not be suffering from back pain to benefit from core stability exercises. Strengthening your core is an important step in maintaining good spinal health and preventing injuries.

Core stability describes the area of the body involving the abdominal wall, the lower back, the pelvis, and the diaphragm (in other words, your torso) along with the ability to stabilize the entire body during activity. Strengthening your core through core stability exercise is a powerful way to prevent and beat back pain. However, before starting a new exercise training program, it is important to learn proper form and technique.

Here at Bezak Chiropractic and Rehabilitation, we can recommend the best core stability and core strengthening exercises for you and teach you the proper form and techniques for carrying these exercises out. Give us a call today at 301-220-0496 or stop in at our Greenbelt office to learn more about core stability.

Posture

“Don’t slouch.” “Sit up straight.” These are words of wisdom commonly repeated by mothers everywhere. That’s because these astute moms know that good posture is important to keeping your body’s alignment in proper form. Having good posture helps prevent problems such as:

• ·     spinal curvature


• ·     back pain


• ·     tension headaches


• ·     inefficient breathing


• ·     muscle strain


• ·     fatigue


• ·     abnormal wear and tear of bones, joints, and ligaments

Here at Bezak Chiropractic and Rehabilitation, we can identify whether your posture is poor. More importantly, if it is, we can assist you with tips to develop good posture at home and work. Through our chiropractic and physical therapy services, we can also work with you to recommend exercises to strengthen your core postural muscles and advise you on preferred posture when performing certain activities to reduce your likelihood of injury.

To learn more about improving your posture and keeping your spine aligned, please contact us directly at 301-220-0496. We look forward to helping you present a more confident you and improving your spine health through good posture.

Arthritis – How We Treat It

According to the CDC, arthritis is the most common cause of disability in the United States. If you or someone you’re close to has experienced it, you are likely aware of just how painful and immobilizing a joint condition can be.  For our patients who are suffering from arthritis, we offer a number of treatments that can help you finally feel relief and manage effects that would have otherwise stood in your way.

Through our chiropractic and physical therapy services, we strengthen and promote your body’s ability for efficient healing and better join function. Electric muscle stimulation, ultrasound, and exercise therapy programs can help you regain strength, increase circulation, and improve your flexibility and range of motion. Here at Bezak Chiropractic and Rehabilitation, we encourage you to rely on us for a non-invasive and effective arthritis treatment program that’s personalized for your specific joint condition. To learn more, please contact us directly.  We are here and eager to answer all of your questions on arthritis management and pain relief.

Tension, Stress and Your Overall Wellbeing

If you’re experiencing illness or a health complication that you know is serious, you probably would be active in getting care.  Even when we recognize a behavior or choice as compromising our health and longevity, many of us make the choice to reduce or eliminate that negative decision or habit.  When it comes to stress and tension though, many times we fail to see how serious an impact it has on our health, healing and overall wellbeing. 

Stress and tension can be deadly, as it feeds into our body’s inflammatory responses and can build up within our tissues to create a number of health concerns.  Fully assessing and managing stress and tension are just as important to overall wellbeing as maintaining a healthy diet and fitness plan, and getting adequate rest and care when ill. 

Here at Bezak Chiropractic and Rehabilitation, we can to help you identify the effects that stress and tension may have on your body and wellbeing—and we’re here to provide you management and relief solutions. However, it’s still very important that you make tension and stress management a priority in your life. Share with us your ways of minimizing stress and keeping its effects under control.

Slip and Fall Injury – When to Seek Treatment

When the body is suddenly subjected to the trauma of a severe slip and fall, a number of things can go wrong—and sometimes it’s hard to identify their severity.  Pain is one indicator, but the presence of pain or lack thereof isn’t always the most efficient communicator of injury or damage.  During a slip or fall, the spine and extremities can become misaligned or injured as the body attempts to catch itself and find solid footing. Sudden impact with the ground or other hard surface can also amount to both hard and soft tissue damage.

If you’ve experienced a slip or fall, or if you’re experiencing pain that could be connected to a previous injury, it’s wise to seek to examination and, if needed, pursue treatment.  Slip and fall injuries affect the body in numerous ways and the full effects aren’t always immediate, but with a professional assessment, we can address any issues and develop a safe, effective physical therapy treatment plan.

Here at Bezak Chiropractic and Rehabilitation we provide a number of physical therapy and chiropractic treatment services to help our patients who have suffered from a slip and fall injury, as well as subsequent complications.  These include comprehensive and personalized therapeutic exercise programs, as well as advanced pain relieving treatments like ultrasound and EMS therapy.  We invite you to contact us directly to learn more about our treatments and how that can benefit you in your slip and fall injury recovery.

Treatment of Arm and Hand Numbness

Are you ever affected by numbness or tingling of your hands or arms? Is the problem chronic or is it directly related to a specific behavior or action that you perform? Arm and hand numbness can be the result of nerve damage or a joint problem such as carpel tunnel or arthritis. If you’re not sure what’s causing numbness in your extremities and it’s interfering with your wellness and ability, getting a diagnosis and practical treatment is very important.

Many of our patients here at Bezak Chiropractic and Rehabilitation have found relief from arm and hand numbness through the use of our therapies and treatments. The services we provide are specifically design to increase circulation, strengthen the joints and muscles, and relieve tension and inflammation from the nerves and other soft tissues.

The best therapy for you will depend upon your specific needs and condition, but just a few of the treatments we offer for arm and hand numbness includes ultrasound, joint manipulation and electric muscle stimulation. To learn more and get relief from your arm and hand numbness, please contact us directly.  

Omega-3 Fatty Acids

You’ve likely heard of omega-3 fatty acids, but do you know why you’re so important? Omega-3 fatty acids are included among the essential fatty acids that are needed to maintain health and homeostasis.  They help the body naturally fight inflammation and the numerous health issues that can result, including arthritis, asthma, generalized pain and even mood disorders like depression.

If you’re trying to increase your intake omega-3 fatty acids, they can be found in a number of natural sources, including:

• Wild Salmon


• Anchovies and Sardines


• Walnuts


• Flaxseed


• Canola Oil


• Olive Oil

Source: http://www.webmd.com/healthy-aging/omega-3-fatty-acids-fact-sheet