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Dr. Dennis Spurgin, DC
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Dr. Dennis Spurgin is a Chiropractor practicing in Palm Springs, CA. Dr. Spurgin specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating conditions associated with the neuromusculoskeletal system, while improving each patients functionality and quality of life. Conditions treated include sciatica, neck pain, and arthritis pain, among many others. Dr. Spurgin seeks to reduce pain and discomfort through manipulation and adjustment of the spine.
53 years
Experience
Dr. Dennis Spurgin, DC
- Palm Springs, CA
- Logan College of Chiropractic
- Accepting new patients
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How do I know if my shoulder pain is serious?
This is an impossible question to answer without more information. Shoulder pain can come from the neck, upper back or the shoulder itself. It can from nerves, muscles, tendons READ MORE
This is an impossible question to answer without more information. Shoulder pain can come from the neck, upper back or the shoulder itself. It can from nerves, muscles, tendons and many other factors. I need more feedback on this issue. To find a Chiropractor in your area go on your insurance list and Google reviews.
Can shoulder pain radiate down your arm?
The simple answer is yes. The real answer is that shoulder pain is very complicated. I can come from the neck, upper back and radiate down the arm. However shoulder pain can come READ MORE
The simple answer is yes. The real answer is that shoulder pain is very complicated. I can come from the neck, upper back and radiate down the arm. However shoulder pain can come from internal organs: such as heart or lungs and still radiate down the arm. If this persists seek professional help.
How do I strengthen my back scoliosis?
All exercise and strengthen of the back including scoliosis need to include full range of motion and be dynamic.
What is the fastest way to get rid of a frozen shoulder?
I have worked successfully on many frozen shoulders. The amount of success depends on the cause of the condition, how long it has been there, how contentious the individual is READ MORE
I have worked successfully on many frozen shoulders. The amount of success depends on the cause of the condition, how long it has been there, how contentious the individual is with following advice, and type of previous treatment. I usually recommend a combination of dynamic range of motion and contrast therapy, which is ice followed by wet heat (wet towel, shower or jacuzzi). Chiropractic, Physical Therapy, and Massage are helpful.
Is heat or cold better for frozen shoulder?
I have worked successfully on many frozen shoulders. The amount of success depends on the cause of the condition, how long it has been there, how contentious the individual is READ MORE
I have worked successfully on many frozen shoulders. The amount of success depends on the cause of the condition, how long it has been there, how contentious the individual is with following advice and type of previous treatment. I usually recommend a combination of dynamic range of motion and contrast therapy, which is ice followed by wet heat (wet towel, shower or jacuzzi). Chiropractic, Physical Therapy, and Massage are helpful.
Can sleeping on your side cause scoliosis?
It is unlikely that any sleeping position will cause scoliosis. Scoliosis is usually hereditary or do to structural damage.
Can a chiropractor help a frozen shoulder?
I have worked successfully on many frozen shoulders. The amount of success depends on the cause of the condition, how long it has been there, how contentious the individual is READ MORE
I have worked successfully on many frozen shoulders. The amount of success depends on the cause of the condition, how long it has been there, how contentious the individual is with following advice and type of previous treatment.
How long is recovery after frozen shoulder manipulation?
I have worked successfully on many frozen shoulders. success can come in days or never fully recover. I don't do hard, forceful and panful manipulation. I work with quickness and READ MORE
I have worked successfully on many frozen shoulders. success can come in days or never fully recover. I don't do hard, forceful and panful manipulation. I work with quickness and finesse. I try to minimize pain. The amount of success depends on the cause of the condition, how long it has been there, how contentious the individual is with following advice and type of previous treatment. I usually recommend a combination of dynamic range of motion and contrast therapy which is Ice followed by wet heat (wet towel, shower or jacuzzi). Chiropractic, Physical Therapy and Massage are helpful.
How often should you exercise a frozen shoulder?
I have worked successfully on many frozen shoulders. Success can come in days or never fully recover. I don't do hard, forceful and panful manipulation. I work with quickness and READ MORE
I have worked successfully on many frozen shoulders. Success can come in days or never fully recover. I don't do hard, forceful and panful manipulation. I work with quickness and finesse. I try to minimize pain. The amount of success depends on the cause of the condition, how long it has been there, how contentious the individual is with following advice and type of previous treatment. I usually recommend a combination of dynamic range of motion and contrast therapy which is Ice followed by wet heat (wet towel, shower or jacuzzi). Chiropractic, Physical Therapy and Massage are helpful.
Can you pop your sacroiliac joint?
Nobody should crack their own joints. The vertebrae of the spine should move in conjunction with each other. If one is moving too little the others adapt and move extra. If you READ MORE
Nobody should crack their own joints. The vertebrae of the spine should move in conjunction with each other. If one is moving too little the others adapt and move extra. If you "crack" your own joints or any other part of the body you will make the problem worse. The cracking may give temporary relief due to the release of endorphins, but that is not beneficial. It is an art to manipulate the joints and individuals who practice manipulation have to be carefully trained
How does a chiropractor adjust your SI joint?
The vertebrae of the spine which includes the SI joint should move in conjunction with each other. If one is moving too little the others adapt and move extra. If you "crack" READ MORE
The vertebrae of the spine which includes the SI joint should move in conjunction with each other. If one is moving too little the others adapt and move extra. If you "crack" joints or any other part of the body improperly you will make the problem worse. The cracking may give temporary relief due to the release of endorphins, but that is not beneficial. It is an art to manipulate the joints and individuals who practice manipulation have to be carefully trained
How do you know if your SI joint is out of place?
The vertebrae of the spine which includes the SI joint should move in conjunction with each other. If one is moving too little the others adapt and move extra. If you "crack" READ MORE
The vertebrae of the spine which includes the SI joint should move in conjunction with each other. If one is moving too little the others adapt and move extra. If you "crack" joints or any other part of the body improperly you will make the problem worse. The cracking may give temporary relief due to the release of endorphins, but that is not beneficial. It is an art to manipulate the joints and individuals who practice manipulation have to be carefully trained. See a professional.
How do you loosen the sacroiliac joint?
The vertebrae of the spine which includes the SI joint should move in conjunction with each other. If one is moving too little the others adapt and move extra. If you "crack" READ MORE
The vertebrae of the spine which includes the SI joint should move in conjunction with each other. If one is moving too little the others adapt and move extra. If you "crack" joints or any other part of the body improperly you will make the problem worse. The cracking may give temporary relief due to the release of endorphins, but that is not beneficial. It is an art to manipulate the joints and individuals who practice manipulation have to be carefully trained. See a professional
Do chiropractors work on joints?
Doctors of Chiropractic are trained to work on all joints and and musculoskeletal areas of the body.
What kind of doctor do you see for SI joint pain?
Doctors of Chiropractic are trained to work on all joints and and musculoskeletal areas of the body.
How do you crack your upper back and neck?
Nobody should crack their own neck. The vertebrae of the spine should move in conjunction with each other. If one is moving too little the others adapt and move extra. If you "crack" READ MORE
Nobody should crack their own neck. The vertebrae of the spine should move in conjunction with each other. If one is moving too little the others adapt and move extra. If you "crack" your own neck or any other part of the spine you will make the problem worse. The cracking may give temporary relief due to the release of endorphins, but that is not beneficial to the spine. It is an art and individuals who practice manipulation have to be carefully train
Can a chiropractor help with plantar fasciitis?
Yes, Doctors of Chiropractic treat all the muscular skeletal areas of the body.
Can a chiropractor help tight back muscles?
This sounds on the surface like an easy question to answer, but in fact it is the most difficult to answer. Simple answer is Doctor's of Chiropractic are daily helping individuals READ MORE
This sounds on the surface like an easy question to answer, but in fact it is the most difficult to answer. Simple answer is Doctor's of Chiropractic are daily helping individuals with tight back muscles. However, the process of evaluating any condition begins with the consultation. When did the problem start? What was the initiating incident that caused the problem? Was there any prior problems with the area of complaint including adjacent areas? In most cases, there are additional questions. Then begins the examination, which includes palpation, range of motion, orthopedic tests, and possible imaging tests. All of these go into determining the diagnosis, need for additional evaluations, need for treatment and establishing a treatment plan. Finally, evaluating effects of the treatments. This is a simplified statement of what need to be done for any condition and then how long it takes to receive results will become apparent.
Is sleeping on your side bad for your shoulders?
I haven't Examined you so I have to answer this question generically. Every individual is different and function differently. Also what do you mean by the term "bad". Are you referring READ MORE
I haven't Examined you so I have to answer this question generically. Every individual is different and function differently. Also what do you mean by the term "bad". Are you referring to Degeneration or arthritis as an example? Therefore examination is important. However my advise is that when sleeping find a position that doesn't irritate your shoulders. Options are back, stomach or either side. Use of pillows or folded up blankets may help modify your position to advantage. Also raising or lowering the head of the bed or your knee may modify for your benefit. As much as possible stay out of positions that aggravate. However get an appropriate Examination.
What should you not do with a herniated disc?
This sound on the surface like an easy question to answer, but in fact it is the most difficult to answer. Simple answer is Doctor's of Chiropractic are daily helping individuals READ MORE
This sound on the surface like an easy question to answer, but in fact it is the most difficult to answer. Simple answer is Doctor's of Chiropractic are daily helping individuals with herniated disc and that anything that aggravates the condition should be stopped or eliminated. Then discussed with an appropriate professional. If the Disc is truly herniated it needs to be evaluated. However the process of evaluating any condition begins with the consultation. When did the problem start? What was the initiating incident that caused the problem? Was there in prior problems with the area of complaint including adjacent areas? In most cases there are additional questions. Then begins the examination which includes palpation, range of motion, orthopedic tests and possible imaging tests. All of these go into determining the diagnosis, need for additional evaluations, need for treatment and establishing a treatment plan. Finally evaluating effects of the treatments. This is a simplified statement of what need to be done for any condition and then now long it takes to receive results will become apparent.
