How Can a Chiropractor Help with Pulled Muscles

How Can a Chiropractor Help with Pulled Muscles?

Too much pressure on a muscle can cause it to strain or tear. You can pull or strain a muscle by lifting heavy objects, playing sports, or performing household or work-related tasks. Pulled muscles can cause quite a bit of pain and discomfort and limit your mobility. A visit to Chiropractic Wellness Center in Newcastle can determine if you’re suffering from pulled muscles and if chiropractic care can help with your injury.

Muscle Strain Symptoms

The following are some common signs of muscle strains:

  • Swelling or bruising in the injured area
  • Pain when the muscle is used and even when it’s not
  • Muscle weakness
  • Restricted use of pulled muscle or tendon

Diagnosis of Pulled Muscles

Our Newcastle chiropractor can diagnose pulled muscles during a visit to our clinic. After reviewing your medical history, we’ll perform a physical examination to assess your condition. This exam will include tests for a range of motion and mobility to see to what extent your muscles have been affected. These tests will also help us determine if you’re a candidate for chiropractic care.

RICE Remedy

Our doctor may recommend RICE treatment to alleviate the pain and discomfort of pulled muscles. RICE stands for rest, ice, compression, and elevation. The first step in the RICE treatment is to rest the pulled muscle entirely by avoiding unnecessary activities. Step two is to apply ice to the injured area in 20-minute intervals to reduce swelling and pain. Next, wrap the area with an elastic bandage for support. Lastly, elevate your injury to minimize inflammation.

Chiropractic Care for Pulled Muscles

Chiropractic care can also play a role in treating strained muscles and helping your body to heal. Your Newcastle chiropractor may use manual adjustments and massage therapy to reduce pain and inflammation and promote healing of your injury.

See Our Newcastle Chiropractor for Muscle Strain Treatment

Don’t let pulled muscles keep you from enjoying life to the fullest. Contact Chiropractic Wellness Center in Newcastle at 425-641-7470 today for muscle strain diagnosis and treatment.

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