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Dr. John Frederick Stoetzel, D.C.
Chiropractor
Dr. John Stoetzel is a Board Certified Chiropractic Neurologist practicing in Winston Salem, NC. Dr. Stoetzel specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating conditions associated with the neuromusculoskeletal system, while improving each patients functionality and quality of life as a Board Certified Functional Neurologist. Conditions treated include Vertigo, Dizziness, sciatica, neck pain, Back Pain, Accident pain treatment and arthritis pain, concussions, Traumatic Injuries among many others. Dr. Stoetzel seeks to reduce pain and discomfort through manipulation and adjustment of the spine and improve Brain function through Brain based Rehabilitation. Dr. Stoetzel is Certified in Electrodiagnosis Medicine, conducting needle EMG and Nerve Conduction Velocity testing at his Clinic along with Digital X-rays and off-site MRI imaging to accurately diagnose neuromuscular conditions and diseases. He is Board eligible for a Fellowship in Vestibular Rehabilitation too. Currently he has Video Ocular Graphy and Posturography equipment on-site to aid in the diagnoses of Vestibular conditions that can have a peripheral (inner ear) or Central (Brainstem/Cerebellar) causation. Vertigo and dizziness along with visual disturbances and Neck pain or symptoms caused from Vestibular dysfunction. After proper diagnosis through a thorough Neurological Exam, Rehabilitation begins to re-train the Brain and lessen or eliminate these symptoms for the long term. At home exercises are also employed to attain lasting results.
3 years
Experience
Dr. John Frederick Stoetzel, D.C.
- Winston Salem, NC
- Neuroscience Institute
- Accepting new patients
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Lower back pain
When you stand your extensor muscles in your back contract. So, if your back pain is getting worse from prolonged standing, you should get your Spine checked out soon by a Chiropractor. READ MORE
When you stand your extensor muscles in your back contract. So, if your back pain is getting worse from prolonged standing, you should get your Spine checked out soon by a Chiropractor.
Can shoulder pain resolve itself?
You can try using an ice pack on it for 20 minutes each hour. Make sure you have a paper towel or tee shirt between your skin and the ice pack. If the pain persists for over a READ MORE
You can try using an ice pack on it for 20 minutes each hour. Make sure you have a paper towel or tee shirt between your skin and the ice pack. If the pain persists for over a week, get yourself checked out by either your Primary Care physician or a Chiropractor.
What are the methods chiropractors use when treating back pain?
First, a Chiropractor wants to be specific in knowing exactly which segments of your Spine and pelvis are stuck out of alignment. This information is obtained through a through READ MORE
First, a Chiropractor wants to be specific in knowing exactly which segments of your Spine and pelvis are stuck out of alignment. This information is obtained through a through exam and x-rays. Then the Chiropractor usually using Chiropractic Adjustments to free up the joint that is stuck out of alignment. These Adjustments are done either by hand or with a Chiropractic Adjustment Instrument. Also, traction, electric stimulation, ultrasound and muscle relaxation work and exercises can be used too.
How do you sleep after a chiropractic adjustment?
Typically after a Chiropractic adjustment, people sleep very soundly. This is thought to be the body’s energies going towards healing as Nerve flow is improved in the Nervous System. READ MORE
Typically after a Chiropractic adjustment, people sleep very soundly. This is thought to be the body’s energies going towards healing as Nerve flow is improved in the Nervous System.
Can a chiropractor help with muscle pain?
Yes by freeing up the Spine where the muscles tendons attach. Also, through therapies like Electrical Muscle Stimulation and Ultrasound.
How long after a chiropractic adjustment do you feel better?
It depends on if your pain is Acute (recent) or Chronic (been present for a long time). If the pain is recent, it may take a number of treatments to start to feel better. Although, READ MORE
It depends on if your pain is Acute (recent) or Chronic (been present for a long time). If the pain is recent, it may take a number of treatments to start to feel better. Although, usually patients do feel improved with Chiropractic Care within the first several weeks. I use a Chiropractic instrument to do the Adjustment on many of my patients. There is less post-treatment soreness, as it doesn’t cause any additional temporary inflammation. Whereas a manual (by hand) adjustment can increase inflammation initially.
Can you push a herniated disc back into place?
I do both traction and specific Chiropractic adjustments and get great results for patients suffering from a herniated disc. Flexion Distraction, which is a Chiropractic technique READ MORE
I do both traction and specific Chiropractic adjustments and get great results for patients suffering from a herniated disc. Flexion Distraction, which is a Chiropractic technique that uses a specific table, works well for this problem, naturally “pushing” the herniated disc back where it belongs. This decreases pain and improves function for patients.
Can a chiropractor help with foot pain?
Yes, as long as the Chiropractor has training in adjustments to the feet. Find one that is and you will be happy.
When I move my neck I hear a cracking sound. Is it okay?
That is a sign of Spinal joint instability. I recommend you get checked out by a good Chiropractic Doctor.
Lumbar injections
I would first let the Health Care provider know this who gave you the back injections. See what they say. In general though, injections have different effects on people. Some people READ MORE
I would first let the Health Care provider know this who gave you the back injections. See what they say. In general though, injections have different effects on people. Some people have excellent results with longer term results. While others don’t receive any relief. I would recommend seeing a Chiropractor if you haven’t already.
Can a chiropractor damage your spine?
Chiropractic adjustments are exceedingly safe. In my 30 years of busy practice giving hundreds of thousands of Chiropractic adjustments, I have never injured a patient. A key factor READ MORE
Chiropractic adjustments are exceedingly safe. In my 30 years of busy practice giving hundreds of thousands of Chiropractic adjustments, I have never injured a patient. A key factor for this safety record is my Clinic also does a comprehensive Health history of our patients. Therefore, we “weed out” those patients that Chiropractic adjustments would be contradicted to do on them. People with certain collagen diseases like Ehler Danlos syndrome, or Spinal Fusion surgery; are examples of patients that Adjustments are contraindicated for. Also, there are extremely gentle adjustments that Chiropractors do using adjusting instruments on patients with a lot of arthritis or osteoporosis that are safe and effective.
Why do my back hurts worse after the chiropractor?
No it is not normal to hurt more after a Chiropractic Adjustment. In my experience, this is very unusual. Patients usually always feel better with back pain after a Chiropractic READ MORE
No it is not normal to hurt more after a Chiropractic Adjustment. In my experience, this is very unusual. Patients usually always feel better with back pain after a Chiropractic Adjustment.
Can a chiropractor fix a pinched nerve in back?
Yes, the whole purpose of Chiropractic treatment is to remove interference in nerve flow caused by pinched nerves.
What kind of doctor is best for a pinched nerve?
Usually, a Doctor of Chiropractic is the best place to start when you have a pinched nerve in your neck.
Can you correct years of bad posture?
Many times, yes with a combination of stretches, exercises and Chiropractic treatments.
Can a chiropractor help with dislocated rib?
I would recommend that you see a Orthopedic Physician first for a dislocated rib. If the rib is slightly misaligned (subluxation), then a Chiropractor could help. Otherwise, start READ MORE
I would recommend that you see a Orthopedic Physician first for a dislocated rib. If the rib is slightly misaligned (subluxation), then a Chiropractor could help. Otherwise, start with the Orthopedist.
Whats wrong with my back?
The fact that your back pain changes with positional changes, suggests that you are possibly suffering from a mechanical joint spinal problem. This type of problem usually responds READ MORE
The fact that your back pain changes with positional changes, suggests that you are possibly suffering from a mechanical joint spinal problem. This type of problem usually responds quickly to Chiropractic adjustments.
Neck Pain
You are suffering from abnormal spinal joint motion and in some areas, lack of normal spinal motion. Scoliosis can occur too as high up as the neck. Go get an updated spinal x-ray READ MORE
You are suffering from abnormal spinal joint motion and in some areas, lack of normal spinal motion. Scoliosis can occur too as high up as the neck. Go get an updated spinal x-ray and gentle Chiropractic treatment.
Can the chronic hip pain be fixed?
It all depends on the cause of the hip pain. If it is due to simple misalignment of your pelvis, then yes it can get better with Chiropractic treatment. If though the x-ray of READ MORE
It all depends on the cause of the hip pain. If it is due to simple misalignment of your pelvis, then yes it can get better with Chiropractic treatment. If though the x-ray of your hip shows bone on bone contact, then Orthopedic Surgery would most likely be the best option.
Is chiropractic adjustment long-lasting?
It depends on the severity of the Spinal condition. Also, is there arthritis in the spinal joint? Is the lower back pain (LBP) new (acute), or long lasting (chronic)? Generally READ MORE
It depends on the severity of the Spinal condition. Also, is there arthritis in the spinal joint? Is the lower back pain (LBP) new (acute), or long lasting (chronic)? Generally speaking, when the onset of LBP recent (acute), Chiropractic adjustment works very well and quickly for LBP. Chronic LBP, responds well too to Chiropractic treatment, but it takes longer that achieve long lasting results.
