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Dr. Vishal Krishna Verma, D.C.
Chiropractor
Dr. Vishal Verma is a Chiropractor practicing in Ashburn, VA and Fairfax, VA. He specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of orthopedic issues including the spine and extremities. His goal is to use chiropractic and therapeutic techniques together to achieve fast results and prevent injuries with focused rehabilitation.
23 years
Experience
Dr. Vishal Krishna Verma, D.C.
- Ashburn, VA
- Palmer College of Chiropractic
- Accepting new patients
Functional Fitness
Exercise is something we should all do to promote health and wellness as well as keep our bodies strong and resilient over the years. We all understand the importance of exercise...
What will a chiropractor do for back pain?
Chiropractors will evaluate the mechanics of the spine by doing an examination of your back pain and then treat the mechanical issues that are causing the pain. Combined with some READ MORE
Chiropractors will evaluate the mechanics of the spine by doing an examination of your back pain and then treat the mechanical issues that are causing the pain. Combined with some soft tissue work on the muscles, there is a high chance of your back pain being relieved. Some chiropractors use machines to adjust the spine and others use their hands. Many chiropractors also can give you advice on exercise, nutrition, and workplace modifications.
Vishal K. Verma, DC, CCSP
Vishal K. Verma, DC, CCSP
What age should a child see a chiropractor?
It depends on the chiropractor's training. Some chiros are pediatric trained after they graduate chiropractic college so they see children from birth to adolescence. Chiros like READ MORE
It depends on the chiropractor's training. Some chiros are pediatric trained after they graduate chiropractic college so they see children from birth to adolescence. Chiros like me, who are sports/orthopedic trained, see children at around 5-6ish. This is when they get more active for our specialty. Find yourself a trained chiropractor to take your 10 y.o. to. They will do a thorough evaluation and treatment.
Can you become addicted to chiropractic cracks?
You never become addicted in the traditional sense. I doubt anyone is getting the shakes or having any withdrawals from not getting adjusted. The idea of being "addicted" comes READ MORE
You never become addicted in the traditional sense. I doubt anyone is getting the shakes or having any withdrawals from not getting adjusted. The idea of being "addicted" comes from people feeling much better after an adjustment. This is usually because they feel refreshed and "looser" after adjustment.
How should I sleep with scoliosis?
Hello,
It depends on if you have pain or not associated with the scoliosis. The easy answer to that would be whichever position is pain free. I believe side position is the READ MORE
Hello,
It depends on if you have pain or not associated with the scoliosis. The easy answer to that would be whichever position is pain free. I believe side position is the best since it offloads the spine the most. I know many scoliosis patients who prefer laying on their backs. But again, it’s going to be based on comfort levels and if you had to pick one, side sleep position. Make sure your pillow provides ample support for the head and neck too.
Vishal K. Verma, DC, CCSP
It depends on if you have pain or not associated with the scoliosis. The easy answer to that would be whichever position is pain free. I believe side position is the best since it offloads the spine the most. I know many scoliosis patients who prefer laying on their backs. But again, it’s going to be based on comfort levels and if you had to pick one, side sleep position. Make sure your pillow provides ample support for the head and neck too.
Vishal K. Verma, DC, CCSP
What will happen if scoliosis is not treated?
Scoliosis at your age may not progress any further, but it depends on your specific case. If the curve has been progressing, determined by X-ray analysis over the years, then you READ MORE
Scoliosis at your age may not progress any further, but it depends on your specific case. If the curve has been progressing, determined by X-ray analysis over the years, then you have to treat it immediately. If there has not been any change over the years, then you can slowly work on your curve via specific exercises. So first determine how bad the scoliosis is and how it’s progressing. If not treated, scoliosis leads early degeneration of the spine including bones and discs. This can lead to pain, spasm, and nerve issues if they get irritated due to the changes.
Vishal K. Verma, DC CCSP
Vishal K. Verma, DC CCSP
Can a chiropractor help with bad posture?
The chiropractor is your best option for posture related issues for your son. Look specifically for a chiropractor who also does postural rehab. The combination is best.
Vishal READ MORE
The chiropractor is your best option for posture related issues for your son. Look specifically for a chiropractor who also does postural rehab. The combination is best.
Vishal K. Verma, DC, CCSP
Vishal K. Verma, DC, CCSP
How can I straighten my spine?
Hello,
Using braces can help stabilize the spine, but cannot necessarily straighten the spine. That typically involves proper postural restoration exercises to be done daily READ MORE
Hello,
Using braces can help stabilize the spine, but cannot necessarily straighten the spine. That typically involves proper postural restoration exercises to be done daily and weekly for a while. Curvatures of the spine are controlled by muscles and ligaments who require time to train and retrain to their proper strength and tone. Just like working out, but with specific exercises for spinal balancing. You may be able to find some exercises on Youtube, but you may also want to visit a professional chiropractor who specializes in spinal restoration.
Using braces can help stabilize the spine, but cannot necessarily straighten the spine. That typically involves proper postural restoration exercises to be done daily and weekly for a while. Curvatures of the spine are controlled by muscles and ligaments who require time to train and retrain to their proper strength and tone. Just like working out, but with specific exercises for spinal balancing. You may be able to find some exercises on Youtube, but you may also want to visit a professional chiropractor who specializes in spinal restoration.
Can a chiropractor align your jaw?
Yes, they can help with TMJD. Usually the jaw is just tight and possibly swollen at the joint. Occasionally, the jaw is “misaligned” and requires manual adjustment. Chiropractors READ MORE
Yes, they can help with TMJD. Usually the jaw is just tight and possibly swollen at the joint. Occasionally, the jaw is “misaligned” and requires manual adjustment. Chiropractors can address the jaw from the outside and some work on it from the inside as well with subtle pressures. If the alignment is worse, it may require dental appliances like a mouth guard to keep it in place until it heals.
Vishal K. Verma, DC, CCSP
Vishal K. Verma, DC, CCSP
How do I strengthen my back with scoliosis?
Hello,
Back strengthening for scoliosis should consist of both strength exercises and stability training. Most doctors and therapists who specialize in scoliosis retraining READ MORE
Hello,
Back strengthening for scoliosis should consist of both strength exercises and stability training. Most doctors and therapists who specialize in scoliosis retraining focus on the stability and proprioception (balance). My suggestion is to look for a doctor that uses the CLEAR method near you. It's so much better to have someone guide you through the exercises and many of them will be unique to you specifically. If you want to do on your own, try basic core stability exercises like spinal bridges or bird dogs, planks, side planks for stability training for your core muscles of your back and front.
Back strengthening for scoliosis should consist of both strength exercises and stability training. Most doctors and therapists who specialize in scoliosis retraining focus on the stability and proprioception (balance). My suggestion is to look for a doctor that uses the CLEAR method near you. It's so much better to have someone guide you through the exercises and many of them will be unique to you specifically. If you want to do on your own, try basic core stability exercises like spinal bridges or bird dogs, planks, side planks for stability training for your core muscles of your back and front.
Why does my neck always click?
Most clicks in the neck are harmless and have to do with muscles moving across bones as you move. If there is pain with click, then you are getting some inflammation of those muscles. READ MORE
Most clicks in the neck are harmless and have to do with muscles moving across bones as you move. If there is pain with click, then you are getting some inflammation of those muscles. The bones of your neck can also click while moving back to their position. This may mean you need to get your neck adjusted at the chiropractor. Again, most clicks are harmless.
Vishal K. Verma, DC, CCSP
Vishal K. Verma, DC, CCSP
How do I sleep with a herniated disc in my neck?
Hello,
I can imagine that there is a lot of pain while trying to sleep with a herniated disc in the neck. There is no simple position for a herniated disc because it depends READ MORE
Hello,
I can imagine that there is a lot of pain while trying to sleep with a herniated disc in the neck. There is no simple position for a herniated disc because it depends on how the disc has herniated out. The easy rule of
thumb for this is to try first on your back with a supportive pillow. Sometimes it helps to sleep in an inclined position which can alleviate the disc pressure more than laying flat. If back sleep doesn't help, lay to the
side away from the pain if there is one. Most people have pain to the left or right or down their arms with disc issues. Sleep away from that side and use a supportive pillow again. A supportive pillow means one that keeps your head and neck aligned and not too low or pushed too high. If that position doesn't work, lay to the side of the pain and see how that works. This would indicate that the disc is herniating more down the middle of the spine and not to any one side. I would have to see an MRI or a report to give you a more accurate idea but try those recommendations. I really feel that an inclined sleep position is going to do the best job.
I can imagine that there is a lot of pain while trying to sleep with a herniated disc in the neck. There is no simple position for a herniated disc because it depends on how the disc has herniated out. The easy rule of
thumb for this is to try first on your back with a supportive pillow. Sometimes it helps to sleep in an inclined position which can alleviate the disc pressure more than laying flat. If back sleep doesn't help, lay to the
side away from the pain if there is one. Most people have pain to the left or right or down their arms with disc issues. Sleep away from that side and use a supportive pillow again. A supportive pillow means one that keeps your head and neck aligned and not too low or pushed too high. If that position doesn't work, lay to the side of the pain and see how that works. This would indicate that the disc is herniating more down the middle of the spine and not to any one side. I would have to see an MRI or a report to give you a more accurate idea but try those recommendations. I really feel that an inclined sleep position is going to do the best job.
What are the risks of chiropractic treatment?
Not many serious risks with chiropractic care. Mild strains can occur with some treatment, but the chiropractor will typically examine you to make sure you don’t have any red flags READ MORE
Not many serious risks with chiropractic care. Mild strains can occur with some treatment, but the chiropractor will typically examine you to make sure you don’t have any red flags to being treated.
Vishal K. Verma, DC, CCSP
Vishal K. Verma, DC, CCSP
Does cracking your neck release endorphins?
Hello,
It is true that any adjustment releases endorphins at a certain level into the body which is why most people feel better after a good adjustment. That release, coupled READ MORE
Hello,
It is true that any adjustment releases endorphins at a certain level into the body which is why most people feel better after a good adjustment. That release, coupled with better mobility of the spinal joint, causes improved pain relief overall.
It is true that any adjustment releases endorphins at a certain level into the body which is why most people feel better after a good adjustment. That release, coupled with better mobility of the spinal joint, causes improved pain relief overall.
Why does my pelvis crack?
Depending on your activity levels, there could be many reasons that sound could be happening. Typically people can "crack" their pelvis by twisting their lower bodies. That is READ MORE
Depending on your activity levels, there could be many reasons that sound could be happening. Typically people can "crack" their pelvis by twisting their lower bodies. That is normal and actually can feel good. If there is
pain with the "crack", that is something more serious. Many active people tend to hear that while stretching out and it feels like a nice release. If you have pain or feel unstable, have it checked out.
pain with the "crack", that is something more serious. Many active people tend to hear that while stretching out and it feels like a nice release. If you have pain or feel unstable, have it checked out.
Should I wear a bra to the chiropractor?
It won’t make a difference if you do or don’t. Many of my female patients wear a bra and can be treated without problem. The chiropractor will let you know if you need to do otherwise READ MORE
It won’t make a difference if you do or don’t. Many of my female patients wear a bra and can be treated without problem. The chiropractor will let you know if you need to do otherwise for the following visits.
Vishal K. Verma DC CCSP
ASHBURN, VA
43810 Central Station Dr., Ste 160
Ashburn, VA 20147
Phone: (703) 723-4777
Fax: (703) 738-7778
FAIRFAX, VA
13135 Lee Jackson Memorial Hwy., Ste 202
Fairfax, VA 22033
Phone: (703) 272-4533
www.ihcenters.com
Vishal K. Verma DC CCSP
ASHBURN, VA
43810 Central Station Dr., Ste 160
Ashburn, VA 20147
Phone: (703) 723-4777
Fax: (703) 738-7778
FAIRFAX, VA
13135 Lee Jackson Memorial Hwy., Ste 202
Fairfax, VA 22033
Phone: (703) 272-4533
www.ihcenters.com
How do you fix neck kyphosis?
Hello, Neck kyphosis is usually something you have to train back to its proper position if it can be achieved at all. In other words, proper exercises over a long period of time READ MORE
Hello, Neck kyphosis is usually something you have to train back to its proper position if it can be achieved at all. In other words, proper exercises over a long period of time can retrain and reshape musculature at the deepest levels. No quick fix with this. You can also check out a device called Posture Pump which is specifically designed for retraining and reshaping spinal curves in the neck. Look it up and it will explain how it works.
Is it necessary to see a chiropractor 3 times a week?
It depends on the extent of injury you are dealing with. Injuries like car accidents with whiplash or disc injuries of the spine causing sciatica require frequent visits initially READ MORE
It depends on the extent of injury you are dealing with. Injuries like car accidents with whiplash or disc injuries of the spine causing sciatica require frequent visits initially to quickly get changes to pain levels. Simple strains and muscle tension don’t need that type of care. Some chiropractors have specific protocols that they use that require all of their patients to start at 3X/week. Whether it’s necessary or not is a matter of the individual chiropractor. Personally speaking, I have seldom seen a case that requires 3X/week if that gives you any insight. Even severe cases like the ones I described above. You always need recovery time between visits to allow healing.
Hope that helps.
Vishal K. Verma, DC, CCSP
Hope that helps.
Vishal K. Verma, DC, CCSP
What are the two main types of chiropractors?
You have straight chiropractors and mixing chiropractors. Straights do just adjustments. Mixers do other physical therapies as well. That used to be a bigger question over 10 yers READ MORE
You have straight chiropractors and mixing chiropractors. Straights do just adjustments. Mixers do other physical therapies as well. That used to be a bigger question over 10 yers ago, but now most chiropractors are trained in multiple therapies and are more mixers.
I hope that answers your question.
Vishal K. Verma DC CCSP
I hope that answers your question.
Vishal K. Verma DC CCSP
How long does it take for sciatica to go away?
Depending on the source of the sciatica and what’s causing it, it can take 2 weeks up to 12 weeks. The reason for the big range is because a muscular cause can be stretched out READ MORE
Depending on the source of the sciatica and what’s causing it, it can take 2 weeks up to 12 weeks. The reason for the big range is because a muscular cause can be stretched out in a few weeks. However, a disc bulge or other pinched nerve situation, it can take a longer time.
Vishal K. Verma, DC, CCSP
Vishal K. Verma, DC, CCSP
What treatments are used for pediatric chiropractors?
Depending on your son's age, the treatment can consist of chiropractic and physical therapy in combination to assess, diagnose, and treat the injury. If he is playing baseball, READ MORE
Depending on your son's age, the treatment can consist of chiropractic and physical therapy in combination to assess, diagnose, and treat the injury. If he is playing baseball, it is important to find out what is the cause of the injury and then treat accordingly.
