Upper Extremities conditions in Lincoln NE

Rotator Cuff Injuries

Rotator cuff injuries involve damage to the muscles and tendons in the shoulder, causing pain, weakness, and limited range of motion, often due to overuse or trauma. Chiropractors treat this condition by using adjustments to realign the shoulder and spine, dry needling to release trigger points in the shoulder muscles, and muscle scraping to stimulate circulation and promote healing in the injured tissues. Dynamic neuromuscular stabilization enhances the stability and function of the shoulder joint by retraining the deep stabilizing muscles, promoting better coordination and movement patterns to prevent further injury.

Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis)

Frozen shoulder causes stiffness and pain in the shoulder, often following an injury or prolonged immobility, and results in a gradual loss of range of motion. Chiropractors address this by using gentle spinal adjustments, dry needling for tight muscles in the shoulder, and muscle scraping to boost blood flow to the affected area, aiding tissue recovery. Dynamic neuromuscular stabilization is useful for restoring proper movement patterns in the shoulder by improving neuromuscular control and retraining the body's ability to stabilize the shoulder during both dynamic and static positions.

Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)

Tennis elbow results in pain on the outer part of the elbow, caused by overuse of the forearm muscles, particularly the extensor tendons. Chiropractors treat this by applying adjustments to the elbow, wrist, and cervical spine to address joint misalignments, dry needling to release muscle tension in the forearm, and muscle scraping to enhance circulation and accelerate healing in the injured tissues. Dynamic neuromuscular stabilization helps to stabilize the elbow by improving the coordination of surrounding muscles, reducing compensatory patterns that contribute to overloading the elbow joint.

Golfer’s Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis)

Golfer’s elbow causes pain on the inner side of the elbow, often from repetitive use of the forearm flexor muscles, leading to tendinopathy. Chiropractors use adjustments to the elbow and wrist, dry needling for tight muscles in the forearm, and muscle scraping to increase local blood flow and support tissue repair. Dynamic neuromuscular stabilization retrains the body to stabilize the elbow and wrist properly during functional movements, preventing the overload of muscles and tendons that contribute to this condition.

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Carpal tunnel syndrome results in pain, numbness, and tingling in the hand and wrist, often caused by compression of the median nerve at the wrist. Chiropractors treat this condition by adjusting the wrist, elbow, and cervical spine to relieve pressure on the nerve, dry needling to release tension in the forearm muscles, and muscle scraping to promote better circulation and facilitate healing in the affected area. Dynamic neuromuscular stabilization is used to retrain the neuromuscular control of the wrist and hand, improving the functional stability of the wrist joint and preventing further nerve compression.

Thoracic Outlet Syndrome

Thoracic outlet syndrome involves compression of the nerves or blood vessels between the collarbone and the first rib, leading to shoulder, arm, and hand pain, as well as numbness or tingling. Chiropractors use adjustments to the upper back, neck, and shoulders to relieve compression and improve mobility. Dry needling and muscle scraping help release tension in the muscles of the neck and shoulder while increasing blood flow to promote recovery, and dynamic neuromuscular stabilization works to stabilize and coordinate the muscles that support the shoulder girdle, improving posture and preventing further compression of the nerves or blood vessels.

Biceps Tendonitis

Biceps tendonitis causes pain in the front of the shoulder, often due to overuse or repetitive motion, especially during lifting or throwing activities. Chiropractors treat this by adjusting the shoulder joint to restore alignment, dry needling to release tension in the biceps and surrounding muscles, and muscle scraping to encourage enhanced circulation, which supports healing in the injured tendons. Dynamic neuromuscular stabilization helps by improving the stability of the shoulder and enhancing the proper activation of the muscles around the shoulder joint to prevent further irritation to the biceps tendon.

Shoulder Impingement Syndrome

Shoulder impingement occurs when the rotator cuff tendons are pinched between the bones of the shoulder, leading to pain, weakness, and limited mobility, especially when lifting the arm overhead. Chiropractors use adjustments to realign the shoulder and upper back, dry needling to release tight muscles, and muscle scraping to stimulate blood flow to the area and aid recovery. Dynamic neuromuscular stabilization helps by retraining the muscles responsible for shoulder stabilization, improving the alignment and movement mechanics of the shoulder joint to prevent impingement.

Wrist Sprains and Strains

Wrist sprains and strains cause pain, swelling, and limited mobility in the wrist, typically due to trauma or overuse, such as from falls or repetitive movements. Chiropractors treat this by adjusting the wrist, elbow, and cervical spine, dry needling to release tight muscles in the forearm, and using muscle scraping to improve circulation around the injured tissues to promote healing. Dynamic neuromuscular stabilization helps to improve the coordination of the wrist and hand muscles, promoting proper stabilization during movement and preventing future strains.

Upper Cross Syndrome

Upper cross syndrome is a postural imbalance caused by tightness in the upper back and chest muscles, along with weakness in the neck and shoulder muscles, often leading to pain and stiffness. Chiropractors address this condition by performing adjustments to the neck, shoulders, and upper back, using dry needling to release tension in tight muscles, and muscle scraping to enhance blood flow to areas of muscular restriction. Dynamic neuromuscular stabilization retrains the deep stabilizing muscles in the upper body, improving posture and restoring functional balance to the neck, shoulders, and upper back muscles.

Scapular Dyskinesis

Scapular dyskinesis is a condition in which the scapula (shoulder blade) moves abnormally during arm movements, often causing pain, weakness, or shoulder instability. Chiropractors treat this by adjusting the thoracic spine and shoulder joints, dry needling to release tight muscles around the scapula, and using muscle scraping to improve blood circulation to the affected muscles and tendons. Dynamic neuromuscular stabilization focuses on improving the neuromuscular control of the scapular stabilizers, helping to restore proper scapular movement and reduce strain on the shoulder joint during arm movements.

De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis

De Quervain's tenosynovitis causes pain on the thumb side of the wrist, usually due to repetitive gripping or twisting movements, leading to inflammation of the tendons in the area. Chiropractors treat this condition by adjusting the wrist and forearm joints, dry needling to release tension in the muscles surrounding the wrist, and using muscle scraping to boost blood flow and aid healing in the affected tendons. Dynamic neuromuscular stabilization helps by improving the stabilization of the wrist and thumb muscles during daily activities, reducing the strain on the affected tendons and preventing future flare-ups.