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Welcome to Keep it Kinetic Chiropractic, where your musculoskeletal well-being is our top priority. In this exploration, we focus on the often-disconcerting sensation of numbness—a condition that can disrupt daily life and signal underlying issues with the nervous system. Understanding the complexities of numbness, its potential causes, and the compassionate chiropractic approach we offer at Keep it Kinetic will guide you toward relief, resilience, and optimal nerve function.
Understanding Numbness:
Numbness is a sensation of loss or reduction of feeling in a particular area of the body. It can manifest as a tingling, pins-and-needles sensation, or a complete lack of sensation, impacting various regions, such as the extremities, hands, or feet. Numbness often indicates nerve compression, irritation, or dysfunction.
Common Causes of Numbness:
Nerve Compression: Pressure on nerves from surrounding structures, such as muscles, bones, or tissues, can lead to numbness.
Poor Circulation: Reduced blood flow to a specific area, often due to conditions like atherosclerosis or vascular issues, can cause numbness.
Spinal Misalignment: Subluxations or misalignments in the spine can affect nerve function, leading to numbness in various parts of the body.
Peripheral Neuropathy: Conditions such as diabetes, autoimmune disorders, or certain medications can damage peripheral nerves, resulting in numbness.
Recognizing Symptoms:
Identifying the early signs of numbness is crucial for prompt intervention and effective treatment:
Tingling or Pins-and-Needles Sensation: Unexplained sensations of tingling or a feeling resembling pins and needles.
Reduced Sensation: Diminished ability to feel or sense touch, temperature, or pressure in a specific area.
Muscle Weakness: Numbness may be accompanied by weakness or difficulty controlling muscles in the affected region.
CHIROPRACTIC SOLUTIONS AT KEEP IT KINETIC
At Keep it Kinetic Chiropractic, our approach to addressing numbness is rooted in precision and care:
Chiropractic Adjustments: Precise adjustments to the spine or affected joints to alleviate pressure, restore proper alignment, and enhance overall nerve function.
Soft Tissue Manipulation: Targeted massage techniques to relieve muscle tension, improve blood flow, and support the healing process in the affected area.
Therapeutic Exercises: Customized exercises to strengthen supporting muscles, improve flexibility, and promote optimal nerve function.
Postural Education: Guidance on maintaining proper posture in daily activities to minimize stress on nerves and support overall musculoskeletal health.
CONCLUSION
At Keep it Kinetic Chiropractic, we understand the impact of numbness on your daily life. By embracing our chiropractic solutions, you can experience relief, regain resilience, and foster optimal nerve function. Contact us today to embark on a transformative journey towards a life free from numbness. Keep it Kinetic – Keep it pain-free!
WHO WE TREAT
Here is the simple answer; just about anyone. Over my career and training, I have continuously added on to the number treatment techniques and methods I use for patient care in the office. This allows me to work on more complicated and difficult cases many chiropractors avoid.
DOCTOR Q&A
Meet Dr. Kyle Kopicki!
When were you first introduced to chiropractic? Age 9
Did you grow up in the area? Yes, I grew up in Pottstown and Douglassville
What is your education? I went to Shippensburg University for my undergraduate degree in Exercise Science. I got my Chiropractic Doctorate from Palmer College of Chiropractic.
How long have you been practicing? I started my practice in 2013
Can you help me? Most of the time, YES! The best way for me to answer that question is to schedule a new patient appointment with me first!
“Dr. Kopicki is just amazing! He remembered everything that bothered me and had detailed notes in the system from our last session to be able to address old problem areas as well as any new ones.”
Cathleen C
“I have been a patient of Dr. Kyle for 5 years. He has helped me so much managing my chronic pain from scoliosis and hip misalignment.”
Julia E
“Dr. Kyle is very friendly and honest with his assessment. Does not give false hope and specifies exact condition. I have been going there for more than a year and will definitely recommend for whoever needs help.”
Roy A
FINAL NOTE
Reading all of the above may still leave you with answers as to whether or not a person with your condition can receive care. The BEST way to determine this is to simply schedule a new patient consultation and examination in the office. During this visit we will be able to determine if you are a candidate to receive care in the office and in what ways we can help.