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Dr. Carmen Romano, DC

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Dr. Carmen Romano, DC
  • Madison, NJ
  • Bloomfield College
  • Accepting new patients

Why do chiropractors crack your toes?

Could be for 2 reasons to adjust toes and the 3 major foot joints. 1. An injured or jammed toe with fracture ruled out 2. An active patient or endurance athlete that needs their READ MORE
Could be for 2 reasons to adjust toes and the 3 major foot joints.
1. An injured or jammed toe with fracture ruled out
2. An active patient or endurance athlete that needs their joints to stay
as mobile as possible. Endurance athletes tend to create more joint
restrictions due to impact.
Hope this helps

How do you feel after chiropractic adjustment?

Really depends on the joint being adjusted, the reason for adjustment and type of adjustment, and if it’s the first time adjusted. Generally, the area feels much looser as well READ MORE
Really depends on the joint being adjusted, the reason for adjustment and type of adjustment, and if it’s the first time adjusted. Generally, the area feels much looser as well as the surrounding tissue
that may have been guarding if the injury is less tight. Can feel “sore” the next day.

Is heat or cold better for frozen shoulder?

Heat for spasm. Ice for inflammation. You have both. Heat should be used to do any type of movements that have been given to you to help re-educate the area. Ice before bed to READ MORE
Heat for spasm. Ice for inflammation. You have both. Heat should be used to do any type of movements that have been given to you to help re-educate the area. Ice before bed to decrease inflammation from the “day”.

How does a chiropractor adjust your SI joint?

There are many techniques chiropractors have in manipulating the sacroiliac “SI” joint. Generally, at your age, the goal would be to keep that joint mobile and your legs even. READ MORE
There are many techniques chiropractors have in manipulating the sacroiliac “SI” joint. Generally, at your age, the goal would be to keep that joint mobile and your legs even. There are also different grades (1-5) in mobilizing joints. “Side posture” would be the most common adjustment along with a patient on their stomach and light pressure to the joint posterior to anterior. If you are really flared up and in severe pain, my advice would be to calm the area down first before adjusting.

How to relieve back pain?

There are many factors that can make up for any chronic musculoskeletal condition. I imagine you have ruled out anything internal that can be “referring” to low back pain.

Can a chiropractor help in treating migraines?

Absolutely! Between the chiropractor relieving spinal/muscular and neurological stress, which causes tension/migraine headaches, and diving in with your internist to figure out READ MORE
Absolutely! Between the chiropractor relieving spinal/muscular and neurological stress, which causes tension/migraine headaches, and diving in with your internist to figure out what the trigger(s) is/are, you can really get a handle on it.

Can you suggest some medication for treating my shoulder pain?

As a chiropractor, I cannot, but seeing your local physiatrist or orthopedic would be helpful for diagnosis and medication recommendations.

My mother suffered Bell's Palsy and is now recovering. Can a chiropractor help at this stage?

Depends on the chiropractor. There are specific manipulations and soft tissue techniques that can help increase nerve function, not to mention a host of nutritional supplements READ MORE
Depends on the chiropractor. There are specific manipulations and soft tissue techniques that can help increase nerve function, not to mention a host of nutritional supplements that do the same!

Can being overweight lead to flat feet?

Excessive weight can definitely contribute to your arches crashing. A podiatrist who specializes in orthotics can help while you figure out the cause.

My daughter sits with her back slanted. How can her posture be corrected?

Very common now a days for kids to develop this hunched posture do to iPods/Pads and book bags. 1st things first have her evaluated by a Chiropractor and Physical Therapist for READ MORE
Very common now a days for kids to develop this hunched posture do to iPods/Pads and book bags. 1st things first have her evaluated by a Chiropractor and Physical
Therapist for muscle and joint imbalance. She may be a candidate for postural retraining therapy.

Will a chiropractor be able to help me with my hip pain in the 5 month of my pregnancy?

Depending on what chiropractor you see. Chiropractic can be highly beneficial to musculoskeletal issues and very safe during pregnancy. It is important that a thorough evaluation READ MORE
Depending on what chiropractor you see. Chiropractic can be highly beneficial to musculoskeletal issues and very safe during pregnancy. It is important that a thorough evaluation and definitive working diagnosis is had.

My ankle hurts even after I walk a mile. What could be the reason for this?

There are a host of reasons for pain in a joint. Age, activity, old injury all play a role along with gait, symmetry, and footwear. A local sports doc should take a look at all READ MORE
There are a host of reasons for pain in a joint. Age, activity, old injury all play a role along with gait, symmetry, and footwear. A local sports doc should take a look at all of these things to determine your care plan.

What is the lump that I can feel right behind my neck?

While this could be something simple like a lymph node or a lipoma, any lump detected should be reason enough to see your primary care doctor for diagnostic testing.

I have lipoma under my arms. Can a chiropractor help?

No, this should be evaluated by a general surgeon.

My mother has developed a problem of shaking hands. What could be the reason behind it?

It definitely sounds neurological. Hard to diagnose without neurological/physical evaluation, family history, blood work, and age. Definitely see a neurologist to rule out something READ MORE
It definitely sounds neurological. Hard to diagnose without neurological/physical evaluation, family history, blood work, and age. Definitely see a neurologist to rule out something of early onset like Parkenson's.

I am suffering from anterior tibial tendinitis. Should I quit my job?

Are you currently under therapy for this condition?

Very tight neck

Yes. Chiropractic is very beneficial for tightness surrounding muscles and joints. With proper evaluation, Chiropractic, and the numerous modalities used can truly decrease spasms READ MORE
Yes. Chiropractic is very beneficial for tightness surrounding muscles and joints. With proper evaluation, Chiropractic, and the numerous modalities used can truly decrease spasms and increase range of motion and functional movement.

I am having severe neck pain. What could be the reason?

There are a host of things that can cause neck pain. From your joints in your spine to stress. Get to your internist or local chiropractor for proper diagnostics like physical READ MORE
There are a host of things that can cause neck pain. From your joints in your spine to stress. Get to your internist or local chiropractor for proper diagnostics like physical exam, motion palpation, and x-rays. They can then formulate a proper care plan for you.
Good luck!

My father is suffering from severe back pain. Can it be treated with manual adjustment of the spine?

Generally that age group does very well with manual treatment. Before anything, proper diagnostics like an x-ray should be done first before any manual manipulation is done.

My mother has developed a problem of shaking hands. What could be the reason behind it?

This can be a host of things. From early onset Parkinson's to something autoimmune or systemic. Get her to her internist right away. She needs diagnostic testing to determine.