Fort Myers Chiropractor.com | 2012 » Sports http://fortmyerschiropractor.com We keep your spine in line so you can feel fine! Wed, 18 Apr 2012 15:25:59 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 The Benefits of Massage and Chiropractic in Fort Myers http://fortmyerschiropractor.com/the-benefits-of-massage-and-chiropractic-in-fort-myers http://fortmyerschiropractor.com/the-benefits-of-massage-and-chiropractic-in-fort-myers#comments Wed, 05 Oct 2011 08:40:12 +0000 Dr Rob http://fortmyerschiropractor.com/?p=257

Health Benefits of Massage

Dr. Rob Watkins is proud to offer massage therapy in Fort Myers at his chiropractic office. He is finding success in massage treatment with his patients. If you’ve never tried massage, learn about the possible health benefits and what to expect during a massage therapy session.

Massage is a therapeutic process that involves the application of various pressure levels to your muscles, skin, tendons and ligaments. Dr. Watkins’ massage therapists typically use their hands and fingers for massage but may also use their forearms and elbows. This treatment ranges from light stroking to deep pressure techniques.

Massage can be helpful for: Stress relief, pain, stiffness, managing anxiety, depression, infant growth, sports related injuries, auto accident injuries, boosting the immune system and many other physical ailments.

Massage is a preventative and frequent therapy that is used not simply as a mere luxury. Physiological and psychological changes often are a result, and when utilized in conjunction with a chiropractor, can have a multiplier effect.

Call Today and Schedule Your Relaxing Massage

A Fort Myers Chiropractor- Dr Rob Watkins

239-590-9555

]]> http://fortmyerschiropractor.com/the-benefits-of-massage-and-chiropractic-in-fort-myers/feed 0 Chiropractic is the Buzz in the Colt’s Locker Room – Dwight Freeney http://fortmyerschiropractor.com/chiropractic-is-the-buzz-in-the-colt%e2%80%99s-locker-room-dwight-freeney http://fortmyerschiropractor.com/chiropractic-is-the-buzz-in-the-colt%e2%80%99s-locker-room-dwight-freeney#comments Wed, 10 Feb 2010 22:41:26 +0000 Dr Rob http://fortmyerschiropractor.com/?p=193 footballInformation circulating before Super Bowl XLIV was that Indiana Colts Dwight Freeney was using chiropractic care to recover from his ankle injury. He had been seen recently in an ankle boot then soon thereafter walking bare foot on the beach.  The scoop is that he was actually treating with a Chiropractic Physician, Dr. Leon Mellman who was treating his ankle for proper bone alignment and assessing his spine for unwanted side effects from limping on the bad ankle.

Keeping good motion in the ankle joint is a great approach to insure proper healing and function. Keep in mind that the sooner you seek chiropractic care for a sprained ankle or spine… the sooner you will heal and restore proper function. Many problems occur when scar tissue or adhesions develop in the injured tissues that restrict proper function. Use ice, not heat, to reduce swelling and inflammation in the affected area. Apply it multiple times per day for 20 minutes at a time.

A chiropractic physician is the right choice for musculoskeletal injuries like back pain, accident injuries and sports injuries, due to the fact that their medical education exceeds that of other physicians in the area of anatomy and physiology. A chiropractor can diagnose, take x-rays or order MRI studies to successfully treat your injury.

Dr Rob Watkins

Fort Myers/Estero 590-9555

LaBelle 675-8900

]]> http://fortmyerschiropractor.com/chiropractic-is-the-buzz-in-the-colt%e2%80%99s-locker-room-dwight-freeney/feed 0 Chiropractic Tips and Advice To Improve Your Golf Game and Save your Back http://fortmyerschiropractor.com/chiropractic-tips-advice-to-improve-your-golf-game-save-your-back http://fortmyerschiropractor.com/chiropractic-tips-advice-to-improve-your-golf-game-save-your-back#comments Tue, 25 Aug 2009 01:34:29 +0000 Dr Rob http://fortmyerschiropractor.com/?p=78

Many avid golfers contort their bodies into oddly twisted postures, generating a great deal of torque. Couple this motion with a bent-over stance, repeat 120 times over three or four hours, add the fatigue that comes with several miles of walking, and you’ve got a good workout-and a recipe for potential lower-back trouble.
As America’s love affair with the game continues to grow, the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) has advice on how to take a proactive approach that will prepare your body for many years of pain-free play.
“Most golfers go until they get hurt, then look for help,” says Dr. David Stude, member of the ACA Sports Council and founding fellow of the National Golf Fitness Society. “Back pain is a warning sign that there is an underlying problem responsible for a symptom that will likely get worse. Doctors of chiropractic look for the cause of the symptom and help reduce the likelihood of future injury.
” If you take the chiropractic approach, you’re in good company. According to Dr. Stude, Tiger Woods says that lifting weights and visiting his chiropractor regularly have made him a better golfer. Dr. Stude and the ACA suggest these simple measures to help you avoid back pain or injury and improve your game:
  • Purchase equipment that fits. Don’t try to adapt your swing to the wrong clubs: A six-footer playing with irons designed for someone five inches shorter is begging for back trouble.
  • For the women in golf: If you have “inherited” your husband’s or significant other’s golf clubs, they might be difficult for you to use. Not only are the clubs often too long, but the shaft is often not flexible enough for a woman’s grip. Women typically play better with clubs that are composed of lighter, more flexible material, such as graphite.
  • For the men in golf: It is a good idea to spend some extra time performing quality stretches-before and after your game-to increase your trunk flexibility. While men are traditionally stronger than women, they usually aren’t as flexible. Men need to improve their flexibility to maintain a more even and consistent swing plane and thus improve the likelihood of more consistent performance.
  • For senior golfers: If you show some signs of arthritis in the hands, consider a larger, more specialized grip for added safety and performance.
  • For all golfers: For some, scores may not be as important as enjoying the social benefits of the game. Having clubs that are comfortable will increase the chances of playing for a long time without significant physical limitations.
  • Take lessons. Learning proper swing technique is critical. At the end of the swing, you want to be standing up straight; the back should not be twisted.
  • Wear orthotics. These custom-made shoe inserts support the arch, absorb shock, and increase coordination. “Studies show custom-made, flexible orthotics can improve the entire body’s balance, stability and coordination, which translates into a smoother swing and reduced fatigue,” Dr. Stude says. While the upper part of a shoe may score style points, what the foot rests on affects your game.
  • Avoid metal spikes. They tear up greens and can increase stress on your ankles, knees and back.

I hope that these tips can help. Feel free to contact me for consultation about your back and your game.

www.DrRobWatkins.com

Fort Myers – 590-9555

LaBelle – 675-8900

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