Conditions Treated Walnut Creek, CA
We want to see all our patients attain and maintain a level of wellness care. This is when your body is fully healed and only needing maintenance adjustments. It is still recommended to come in for periodic adjustments to keep things running smoothly. This requires a quick visit 1-4 times per month based on your lifestyle and goals.

Back Pain Walnut Creek, CA

Back Pain

Since back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide, it is vital to know how to prevent the cause of back pain. By maintaining a healthy diet and weight, remaining active and avoiding prolonged inactivity or bed rest are all important ways to avoid back pain. Before doing exercises or any physical activity, it is recommended to warm up and/or stretch.

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neck pain Walnut Creek, CA

Neck Pain

The neck, also called the cervical spine, begins at the base of the skull and contains seven small vertebrae. The cervical spine supports the full weight of your head which is on average about 12 pounds. While the cervical spine can move your head in nearly every direction, this flexibility makes the neck very susceptible to pain and injury.

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shoulder pain Walnut Creek, CA

Shoulder Pain

Shoulder pain is a very common condition and affects almost half of the U.S. Most patients feel some sort of pain, limited range of motion, an inability to engage in activities of daily living (ADL) or something more serious as a permanent disability.

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headaches migraines Walnut Creek, CA

Headaches/ Migraines

Nine out of ten Americans say that they suffer from headaches. Some of these people experience headaches frequently. Some experience constant headaches that are very painful. These can even make a person nauseous. Ninety-five percent of headaches are tension, migraine, or cluster headaches. These types of headaches are not caused from a disease, but from something in your body that is not sitting correctly.

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Auto Injuries Walnut Creek, CA

Auto Injuries

Dr. Barker has advanced certification in the treatment of whiplash injuries and biomechanics from the Spine Research Institute of San Diego. Most doctors of chiropractic can treat automobile injuries but having a doctor familiar with the current research will help you get the treatment you need because of a better understanding of how you were hurt. For example did you know a study out of Japan showed that there were more injuries in collisions without damage to the car than in collisions above 15 and below 40mph. That is because the crush of metal absorbed energy of the crash that otherwise would have been transmitted to the occupants. Don't be one of those people that talk about how they have never been the same since the accident, get the care you need to recover as much as possible.

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Knee Pain Walnut Creek, CA

Knee Pain

Knee pain is increasingly becoming a more common problem in society. It is a complaint we see frequently. The most common complaint associated with knee pain is considered the normal “wear and tear.” Another ailment that affects the knee is osteoarthritis. The symptoms and progression of osteoarthritis and knee pain can be reduced through our individualized approach to chiropractic care.

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Degenerative Disc Disease Walnut Creek, CA

Degenerative Disc Disease

Degenerative disc disease is when natural changes in the discs of your spine cause pain. The discs between vertebrae act as shock absorbers for your spine, and as you age, they begin to lose flexibility. While this is a normal part of aging, it should not cause pain. If you experience pain due to this, it is classified as degenerative disc disease.

Each disc is composed of a sturdy outer wall and a soft, gel-like inner core. When we are born, these discs are primarily composed of water, but as age advances, the discs lose some of this water content and begin to get thinner. As you might imagine, this means each disc doesn’t absorb the shocks of everyday life as well.

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Work Injuries

Dr. Barker has been a resource for years to local occupational injury clinics. His ability to work work with your Medical doctor provides them with an effective alternative to the typical medication and therapy route. If you have been involved in a work injury call our office to find out if we can help you get back to work faster.

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