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Dr. Marco Antonio Lopez, D.C.
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<p>Dr. Marco Lopez is a Chiropractor practicing in Clifton, NJ. Dr. Lopez 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. Lopez seeks to reduce pain and discomfort through manipulation and adjustment of the spine.</p>
Dr. Marco Lopez, D.C.
- Clifton, New Jersey
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Can a chiropractor or massage therapist help with migraine headaches?
First determine if you have a true migraine as opposed to another type of headache. Second, Is there an aura or neurologic symptoms? Chiropractic will help with tension type-migraines. READ MORE
First determine if you have a true migraine as opposed to another type of headache. Second, Is there an aura or neurologic symptoms? Chiropractic will help with tension type-migraines. However, with a true migraine w or w/o aura it may help reduce the migraine days and pain/intensity.
How do you stretch a shoulder impingement?
If you are confident that you have a shoulder impingement then towel stretches are the best in my opinion. They may hurt but your shoulder will feel better. I would avoid flossing READ MORE
If you are confident that you have a shoulder impingement then towel stretches are the best in my opinion. They may hurt but your shoulder will feel better. I would avoid flossing and use a static stretch for as long as I can tolerate moderate pain. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-YFWrYkJVBs
Back Pain
I would wait 72H hours. It may be that you have have inflammatory pain secondary to the your recent illness. As your body stabilizes and inflammatory mediators diminish so should READ MORE
I would wait 72H hours. It may be that you have have inflammatory pain secondary to the your recent illness. As your body stabilizes and inflammatory mediators diminish so should your back pain. If not, you can follow up with chiropractor for a quick evaluation. If you were in bed for a couple of days your back may be locked up and an adjustment can help.
Is it safe to go to a chiropractor if you have arthritis?
Generally yes but you need to know the type and severity of arthritis. You may have to try different adjustment approaches to see what works best for you. There is no One Size READ MORE
Generally yes but you need to know the type and severity of arthritis. You may have to try different adjustment approaches to see what works best for you. There is no One Size Fits All. You are the only you in this vast universe,
Can chiropractors help with foot pain?
It depends on the cause of your pain! If your symptoms are musculoskeletal and do not come from tendon/liament tears or space occupying lesions, than chiropractors trained in extremity READ MORE
It depends on the cause of your pain! If your symptoms are musculoskeletal and do not come from tendon/liament tears or space occupying lesions, than chiropractors trained in extremity care can help.
Which exercise is best for foot pain?
1. Leg and foot are two different regions. 2. Exercises should be diagnosis specific to provide the most benefit otherwise you are spinning your wheels.
Can a chiropractor help with intercostal muscle strain?
Chiropractors trained in rib manipulation and/or myofascial release can help you with this.
When should I be concerned about calf pain?
If you are on birth control, have been traveling with prolonged periods of inactivity and your calves look red or swollen and feel hot.
Are backbends good for your spine?
You are unique in the universe and unfortunately do not come with a manual. Extension is actually good for your spine in general. Hyperextension--back bends--depends on your flexibility READ MORE
You are unique in the universe and unfortunately do not come with a manual. Extension is actually good for your spine in general. Hyperextension--back bends--depends on your flexibility and how it makes you feel. If it hurts or you notice increased pain afterwards than it may potentially be a problem. Generally speaking, anything in excess is bad. Repetitive hyperextension can sometimes lead to injury in some people.Without an evaluation and possibly an XR it's difficult to say for sure how it may affect.
back pain
At your age, scoliosis is the most likely culprit for ongoing back pain. Depending on the curves, scoliosis is not cureable but it is definitely manageable. Chiropractic adjustments READ MORE
At your age, scoliosis is the most likely culprit for ongoing back pain. Depending on the curves, scoliosis is not cureable but it is definitely manageable. Chiropractic adjustments will help manage exacerbations.
How long does it take to realign your spine?
I have not seen research that definitiively shows lasting 'realignment' with 'spinal correction' however you dont need a picture perfect spine. You need to be functional so you READ MORE
I have not seen research that definitiively shows lasting 'realignment' with 'spinal correction' however you dont need a picture perfect spine. You need to be functional so you can live the life you want.
How long should it hurt after a chiropractic adjustment?
3 days is the normal inflammatory cycle. That is the pain may spkie after an adjustment but it should either go back to baseline or improve. If the pain stays elevated, then you READ MORE
3 days is the normal inflammatory cycle. That is the pain may spkie after an adjustment but it should either go back to baseline or improve. If the pain stays elevated, then you need to restrategize
Muscle between my thumb and index finger?
Right off the bat, I cannot say what that is. We would need to talk and then complete an evalution based on the results of our conversation. For a rapid diagnosis, you could ask READ MORE
Right off the bat, I cannot say what that is. We would need to talk and then complete an evalution based on the results of our conversation. For a rapid diagnosis, you could ask your primary for an XR and ultrasound to better understand what is going on on underneath the skin.
Should I see a chiropractor for a slipped disc?
Depending on the chiropractor, definitely!
What happens to your body after a chiropractic adjustment?
Lots of things! Endorphin release, Pain gating. Nerve downregulation. Blood flow stimulation. Muscle relaxation. Increased joint play. Improved movement. General feelings of well READ MORE
Lots of things! Endorphin release, Pain gating. Nerve downregulation. Blood flow stimulation. Muscle relaxation. Increased joint play. Improved movement. General feelings of well being :O)
How do you know if you need a neck adjustment?
Let a trained chiropractor evaluate your cervical spine to look for restrictions and/or joint dysfunction. If he finds it, than manipulation would be beneficial and therapeutic. READ MORE
Let a trained chiropractor evaluate your cervical spine to look for restrictions and/or joint dysfunction. If he finds it, than manipulation would be beneficial and therapeutic. If not, than a different approach might be best. That said, most people would benefit from an 'adjustment' but not all. If always best to evaluate a patient before blindly adjusting.
Pinched nerve?
Not likely. The femoral nerve does not motor branches below the knee. A 'pinched' L5 or S1 nerve root can cause foto drop but it would have to be pretty severe.
What can a chiropractor do for my back?
A good chiropractor can help gte your pain under control and possibly give you strategies for diminishing/managing flare ups
I'm in a lot of pain?
You would need a dedicated consult and exam to understand what the source and contributing factors for your pain.
Is a chiropractor good for shoulder pain?
It depends what is causing the cause pain. If its a simple strain or there is glenohumeral dysfunction than yes. Even it there is a mild impingement, a chiropractor that practice READ MORE
It depends what is causing the cause pain. If its a simple strain or there is glenohumeral dysfunction than yes. Even it there is a mild impingement, a chiropractor that practice myofasical release can help.
