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Clarke Shih, DC
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Dr. Clarke Shih is a Chiropractor practicing in Loves Park, IL. Dr. Shih 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. Shih seeks to reduce pain and discomfort through manipulation and adjustment of the spine.
Clarke Shih, DC
- Loves Park, IL
- Accepting new patients
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Is Spinal Manipulation and Osteopathic Manipulation one and the same?
Chiropractic spinal manipulation and osteopathic manipulation are similar so both are appropriate but there aren't many Osteopaths doing manipulations these days.
How can I correct the hunch in my back?
Hunched back can be helped by Chiropractic manipulation and postural exercises through physical therapy.
How does going to a chiropractor for ADHD help?
There is a treatment called the SAVE program or Clarity chair that has demonstrated great results with ADHD. I have one in my clinic. You can research it online and determine if READ MORE
There is a treatment called the SAVE program or Clarity chair that has demonstrated great results with ADHD. I have one in my clinic. You can research it online and determine if it's something your son can do.
I have a little pain in my calf muscles. What should I do?
Unbearable pain in the calf muscle can be caused by a serious condition call DVT or deep vein thrombosis. So you should schedule an appointment with your family doctor to rule READ MORE
Unbearable pain in the calf muscle can be caused by a serious condition call DVT or deep vein thrombosis. So you should schedule an appointment with your family doctor to rule that all first. Otherwise for a torn muscle, you can see a Chiropractor that do physiotherapy in the clinic like mine.
Will I ever get relief pain from hip pain?
Chiropractic adjustments along with physical therapy are very effective for hip pain after delivery.
Can I go on a treadmill or go cycling with back pain?
If the exercise causes more pain, then you should not do them. You should find out the cause of your back pain first and see what treatment is right for you. Schedule a visit with READ MORE
If the exercise causes more pain, then you should not do them. You should find out the cause of your back pain first and see what treatment is right for you. Schedule a visit with a Chiropractor and find out. If you go to an MD, most likely they will just prescribe a pain med or do nothing.
How to fix bad posture?
Bad posture is developed over time, therefore it requires time to correct it. Chiropractic spinal manipulation and postural exercises to strengthen the weak postural muscles is READ MORE
Bad posture is developed over time, therefore it requires time to correct it. Chiropractic spinal manipulation and postural exercises to strengthen the weak postural muscles is the only solution to correct bad posture.
Do hot water baths help in relieving hip pain?
Hot water baths are only good for chronic hip pain. If there is acute or subacute inflammation then the hot water bath can exacerbate the pain.
I've been experiencing weird hip pain for 2 days. Could it be due to weight gain?
Increased weight gain can put more stress on your hip joint and cause inflammation in the form of tendonitis or bursitis. It can also be caused by lower back issues.
Will yoga help in treating my hip pain?
Yoga can help with hip pain. Yoga exercises are designed to increase flexibility, and being more flexible, there is less compression across the hip joint.
Foot pain from tennis. What can a chiropractor do to help?
Mostly likely you are suffering from plantar fasciitis or a heel spur. Chiropractic manipulation and physical therapy can help this condition. At my office, I have a shockwave READ MORE
Mostly likely you are suffering from plantar fasciitis or a heel spur. Chiropractic manipulation and physical therapy can help this condition. At my office, I have a shockwave therapy machine that is very effective for treating heel pain along with custom orthotics.
Can chiropractic care help my diabetic neuropathy?
Some Chiropractic offices have cold laser therapy for treating diabetic neuropathy that have shown significant improvement for treating diabetic neuropathy. Also, those Chiropractors READ MORE
Some Chiropractic offices have cold laser therapy for treating diabetic neuropathy that have shown significant improvement for treating diabetic neuropathy. Also, those Chiropractors would put together a nutritional program for your diabetes also.
Can chiropractors diagnose back conditions?
Chiropractors can help diagnose your back condition through an examination, X-rays, and/or MRI. You usually don't need a referral to see a chiropractor.
How do I treat my back pain?
Home remedies only cover up the problem. You need to treat the cause of the problem, so schedule an appointment with a chiropractor to find out what is the cause of your lower READ MORE
Home remedies only cover up the problem. You need to treat the cause of the problem, so schedule an appointment with a chiropractor to find out what is the cause of your lower back pain.
What is the ideal treatment for sciatica?
There are many causes for sciatica. Chiropractic along with physical therapy and perhaps spinal decompression is the best treatment for your condition.
I am suffering from spondalytis. Is there a treatment for this condition?
Is it spondylosis or spondylolisthesis? Spondylosis is arthritis of your spine. The pain can be caused by many factors. Usually the pain is caused by a pinched nerve either by READ MORE
Is it spondylosis or spondylolisthesis? Spondylosis is arthritis of your spine. The pain can be caused by many factors. Usually the pain is caused by a pinched nerve either by a herniated disc or bone spurs in the in the spine. Chiropractic and physical therapy should be the first line of treatment and if that doesn't help then you may need to consult an orthopedic surgeon or a neurosurgeon.
I am suffering from foot pain when I walk. What could be the reason for this?
You maybe suffering from plantar fasciitis, tendonitis and/or heel spur. All these can be caused by a falling arch and over use. You should see a Chiropractor or a podiatrist. READ MORE
You maybe suffering from plantar fasciitis, tendonitis and/or heel spur. All these can be caused by a falling arch and over use. You should see a Chiropractor or a podiatrist. Another cause could be a pinched nerve in your lower back.
