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Dr. Joey Longoria, D.C.
Chiropractor
Dr. Joey Longoria D.C. is a Chiropractor practicing in Mcallen, TX. Dr. Longoria 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, back pain, shoulder pain, hip pain, neck pain, and arthritis pain, among many others. Dr. Longoria seeks to reduce pain and discomfort through manipulation and adjustment of the musculoskeletal system to include spine and extremities to influence neurophysiologic function.
21 years
Experience
Dr. Joey Longoria, D.C.
- Mcallen, TX
- PARKER COLLEGE OF CHIROPRACTIC
- Accepting new patients
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What is the best exercise for shoulder pain?
Theraband exercises
Can a chiropractor help shoulder tendonitis?
Yes chiropractors help tendonitis with physical modalities and exercises
Can you go to a chiropractor for foot pain?
Yes chiropractors are trained in extremities performing manipulation of the joints of the foot
How do I regain the range of motion in my elbow?
To regain elbow range of motion an elbow adjustment will influence mobility followed by stretching and strengthening
Are push-ups bad for shoulder impingement?
No push ups are fine but military press is bad for impingement
Is it bad to crack your back by twisting?
Yes you should never crack your own back always go To a licensed chiropractor.
What is better for sciatica acupuncture or chiropractor?
My opinion is that I feel both are good treatment options and I believe teamwork effort is always better.
Can going to the chiropractor make you taller?
Yes not actually taller but you will be at your optimal height because it improves your posture.
Does straightening your spine increase height?
Yes because standing with erect posture will give you your optimal height ears in line with shoulder is best standing posture.
Why do chiropractors crack your bones?
The cracking sound is actually nitrogen gas escaping the joint capsule when a chiropractic adjustment is performed.
How do you realign your lower back yourself?
It is unsafe to try to align your spine yourself. It is my opinion that doing core strengthening exercises over a period of time would be safer to stabilize the spine and improve READ MORE
It is unsafe to try to align your spine yourself. It is my opinion that doing core strengthening exercises over a period of time would be safer to stabilize the spine and improve your posture. Only a trained professional should align your spine.
What do chiropractors do to treat back pain?
I perform a physical exam to determine the cause of the back pain. Then, I determine a treatment plan based on the diagnosis. If the cause is spinal misalignments, I perform spinal READ MORE
I perform a physical exam to determine the cause of the back pain. Then, I determine a treatment plan based on the diagnosis. If the cause is spinal misalignments, I perform spinal manipulation to the joints of the back involved.
What happens when a chiropractor adjusts your back?
There are different techniques of adjustments. If we perform manual manipulation, the patient will feel a “pop” in the joint, which is called cavitation, which is actually nitrogen READ MORE
There are different techniques of adjustments. If we perform manual manipulation, the patient will feel a “pop” in the joint, which is called cavitation, which is actually nitrogen gas escaping the joint capsule as the joint aligns.
What does a misaligned spine look like?
Upon examination, we can find misalignments with palpitation. If X-rays are necessary, we will see convexities of the spine in the abnormal areas.
Why does my back keep going out of alignment?
My opinion is that you may be suffering from instability of the spine and you need core strengthening exercises.
Can chiropractors realign your spine?
Yes chiropractors are trained to realign the spine.
Can I pop my own neck?
I don’t suggest popping your own neck as you can severely injure yourself. Only trained professionals should adjust your neck.
Can hanging straighten your spine?
Hanging upside down is effective in stretching the muscles of the spine which may benefit the posture of the spine.
How long does it take to realign your spine?
Length of time to align spine depends on the severity of the spine condition.
