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Expert chiropractic and acupuncture care for musculoskeletal injuries and pain relief in Santa Clara.

Chiropractic Care

Comprehensive treatments for musculoskeletal injuries, enhancing mobility and reducing pain effectively.

Acupuncture Therapy

Holistic approach to pain management, promoting healing and wellness through traditional acupuncture techniques.

Acupuncture Therapy

1. Traditional Chinese Acupuncture
   Uses needles placed at specific points on the body to balance energy (Qi) and help treat pain and other health issues.

2. Electro-Acupuncture
   Involves attaching a mild electric current to acupuncture needles to boost their effects, often used for pain relief and muscle issues.

3. Auricular Acupuncture
   Focuses on points in the ear to treat pain, stress, addiction, and mental health conditions like anxiety.

4. Scalp Acupuncture
   Targets points on the scalp to treat neurological problems, such as after a stroke, and to improve brain function.

5. Cupping Therapy
   Uses heated cups placed on the skin to create suction, helping with pain, blood flow, and muscle tension.

6. Moxibustion
   Involves burning a special herb near acupuncture points to warm the body and improve energy flow.

7. Dry Needling
   Similar to acupuncture, but focuses on trigger points in muscles to relieve pain and improve muscle function.

8. Japanese Acupuncture
   A gentler technique using thinner needles, often preferred for sensitive patients or beginners.

9. Shonishin (Pediatric Acupuncture)
   A needle-free method for children, using gentle tapping or brushing to treat issues like colic and sleep problems.

Chiropractic Therapy

1. Spinal Manipulation
   Uses controlled pressure on the spine to improve alignment, relieve pain, and restore mobility.

2. Diversified Technique
   A common technique that involves quick, targeted adjustments to treat misalignments and improve body function.

3. Activator Method
   A handheld device delivers gentle impulses to specific spine points to help with pain relief and mobility.

4. Gonstead Technique
   Focuses on precise spinal adjustments after thorough examination to correct misalignments and restore balance.

5. Flexion-Distraction Therapy
   A special table gently stretches the spine to reduce pressure on discs and nerves, commonly used for disc problems.

6. Active Release Therapy (ART)
   Combines soft tissue manipulation and chiropractic techniques to relieve tight muscles and improve movement.

7. McKenzie Method
   Focuses on posture and exercises to treat back and neck pain, especially from disc-related problems.

8. Soft Tissue Therapy
   Includes massage and stretching to treat muscle and ligament issues, helping to improve movement and reduce pain.

Rehabilitation and Exercise Therapy

1. Strengthening Exercises
   Focuses on exercises that build muscle strength to support joints, improve stability, and prevent injuries.

2. Range-of-Motion Exercises
   Involves gentle stretches and movements to restore flexibility and mobility in stiff or injured joints.

3. Post-Surgery Rehabilitation

   A tailored exercise plan that helps patients recover strength, mobility, and function after surgery.

4. Balance and Coordination Training
   Exercises designed to improve stability and prevent falls, often used after injury or surgery.

5. Aerobic Exercise
   Cardio exercises like walking or cycling that improve heart health, endurance, and overall fitness.

6. Sports Rehabilitation
   Specific exercises designed to help athletes recover from injury, regain strength, and return to sports activities.

7. Aquatic Therapy
   Exercises performed in water that reduce stress on the body, helping to rebuild strength and mobility with less pain.

Each therapy is designed to improve movement, reduce pain, and promote healing, depending on the individual’s needs and the nature of their injury or condition.

Physiotherapy

1. Manual Therapy
   Involves hands-on techniques like massage and joint mobilization to reduce pain and improve movement.

2. Therapeutic Ultrasound
   Uses sound waves to penetrate deep tissues, promoting healing and reducing inflammation in muscles and joints.

3. Electrical Stimulation
   Applies electrical currents to stimulate muscles, reduce pain, and enhance tissue healing.

4. Heat and Cold Therapy
   Uses heat to relax muscles and increase blood flow, while cold therapy reduces swelling and inflammation.

5. Postural Correction
   Focuses on improving posture through exercises and techniques that reduce pain and prevent injury.

6. Joint Mobilization
   Involves gentle movements of joints to improve their function, reduce pain, and increase range of motion.

7. Kinesiology Taping
   Uses elastic therapeutic tape to support muscles and joints, reducing pain and promoting movement during recovery.