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Kortni Richards
Chiropractor
Dr. Kortni Richards is a Chiropractor practicing in Clinton, IA. Dr. Richards 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. Richards seeks to reduce pain and discomfort through manipulation and adjustment of the spine.
8 years
Experience
Kortni Richards
- Clinton, IA
- California Baptist University
- Accepting new patients
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Can a disc hernia cause long-term side effects?
That depends on the severity of the disc hernia or what direction it is herniating at. Thank you for your time! Dr. Kortni Smith Owner IMS Chiropractic Clinics (760) 285-3824 [cid:55a4c4eb-4167-47d1-9fd2-389a16ebcef6] READ MORE
That depends on the severity of the disc hernia or what direction it is herniating at. Thank you for your time! Dr. Kortni Smith Owner IMS Chiropractic Clinics (760) 285-3824 [cid:55a4c4eb-4167-47d1-9fd2-389a16ebcef6]
Can massage make a herniated disc worse?
No it can't. If anything it will help by relaxing the muscles around the herniated disc. Thank you for your time! Dr. Kortni Smith Owner IMS Chiropractic Clinics (760) 285-3824 READ MORE
No it can't. If anything it will help by relaxing the muscles around the herniated disc. Thank you for your time! Dr. Kortni Smith Owner IMS Chiropractic Clinics (760) 285-3824 [cid:50079567-0254-4e97-b743-72833aa7789a]
Does massage help kyphosis?
It can be if you have postural kyphosis. Thank you for your time! ]
What exercises can I do for scoliosis?
A lot more information is needed. It depends on the location of the curve, the direction of the curve and how great of a curve you have. Thank you for your time!
Does frozen shoulder ever go away?
Yes it can through a lot of rehab and treatments. I have frozen shoulder cases all the time. How quickly it goes away depends on the patient and what they respond to. I have had READ MORE
Yes it can through a lot of rehab and treatments. I have frozen shoulder cases all the time. How quickly it goes away depends on the patient and what they respond to. I have had patients get better through adjustments and muscle work, adjustments and acupuncture or just acupuncture alone. Thank you for your time!
What happens when hips are out of alignment?
It means it is time to be adjusted by a chiropractor. Thank you for your time! Dr. Kortni Smith Owner IMS Chiropractic Clinics (760) 285-3824 [cid:781a1dc2-5211-4980-92de-ba7da10685cd] READ MORE
It means it is time to be adjusted by a chiropractor. Thank you for your time! Dr. Kortni Smith Owner IMS Chiropractic Clinics (760) 285-3824 [cid:781a1dc2-5211-4980-92de-ba7da10685cd]
Can you help with the curved spine?
That depends on how big your curve is. If it is a small curve in your back then yes. If you have a very drastic curve then you will need to see a spine specialist or orthopedic READ MORE
That depends on how big your curve is. If it is a small curve in your back then yes. If you have a very drastic curve then you will need to see a spine specialist or orthopedic surgeon. Thank you for your time! Dr. Kortni Smith Owner IMS Chiropractic Clinics (760) 285-3824 [cid:cf8d7b32-ce45-47a6-9ad6-537ac359a22e]
Can massage help shoulder impingement?
Yes it can by allowing the shoulder muscles to relax and not play tug of war over your shoulder. Thank you for your time!
Can I see a chiropractor for a disc hernia?
Yes! We see patients with disc hernias all the time. Dr. Kortni Smith IMS Chiropractic
Can you help with lower back muscle strain?
Yes through adjustments and various muscle work techniques!
What treatment is the best for scoliosis?
That depends on the severity of your scoliosis. If your curve is severe, you are better off seeing an orthopedic doctor with the possibility of surgery. If your curve is mild, READ MORE
That depends on the severity of your scoliosis. If your curve is severe, you are better off seeing an orthopedic doctor with the possibility of surgery. If your curve is mild, chiropractic paired with muscle work can greatly help.
Can massage help my shoulder pain?
Yes it can! Especially if it is a muscle related issue causing your pain. Thank you for your time! Dr. Kortni Smith Owner IMS Chiropractic Clinics (760) 285-3824 [cid:e48d18b6-ab1a-4162-af92-65971e000917] READ MORE
Yes it can! Especially if it is a muscle related issue causing your pain. Thank you for your time! Dr. Kortni Smith Owner IMS Chiropractic Clinics (760) 285-3824 [cid:e48d18b6-ab1a-4162-af92-65971e000917]
Can disc hernia cause pain when sitting?
Yes! Especially if you're sitting bad postures/positions. Bad posture and positions will put pressure on the herniated disc. Thank you for your time! Dr. Kortni Smith Owner IMS READ MORE
Yes! Especially if you're sitting bad postures/positions. Bad posture and positions will put pressure on the herniated disc. Thank you for your time! Dr. Kortni Smith Owner IMS Chiropractic Clinics (760) 285-3824 [cid:78601988-f8ec-45c8-b89d-549e79dd1854]
How can I treat my hip joint pain?
Work on hip mobility! Most of the time the hip pain comes from glutes and piriformis being overly tight so you start overusing the hip muscles.
Can shoulder joint pain now away?
Yes it can depending on what is causing the pain. Thank you for your time! Dr. Kortni Smith Owner IMS Chiropractic Clinics (760) 285-3824 [cid:be075ff3-57de-43ea-812a-185b5fac48a3] READ MORE
Yes it can depending on what is causing the pain. Thank you for your time! Dr. Kortni Smith Owner IMS Chiropractic Clinics (760) 285-3824 [cid:be075ff3-57de-43ea-812a-185b5fac48a3]
How should I sleep with disc hernia?
There is no specific position. To help with the disc hernia a few exercises should be able to help with any pain your experiencing. 1. stand up and put your hands on your hips. READ MORE
There is no specific position. To help with the disc hernia a few exercises should be able to help with any pain your experiencing. 1. stand up and put your hands on your hips. Lean back bending at the hips for 10 reps. 2. Glute bridges for 10 reps. Increase reps as they get easier. Focus on strengthening your glutes and core muscles so you don't recruit low back muscles and your spine to do what your core and glute muscles should be doing. Thank you for your time! Dr. Kortni Smith Owner IMS Chiropractic Clinics (760) 285-3824 [cid:4a499964-a034-40ca-9358-2b64e993f592]
Can you help with spine curvature?
Depending on the curvature and the degree of the curve. Focus on posture, stretching and strengthening muscles while getting regular weekly adjustments. If it isn't surgical due READ MORE
Depending on the curvature and the degree of the curve. Focus on posture, stretching and strengthening muscles while getting regular weekly adjustments. If it isn't surgical due to a big curve it can be decreased. It will just take time like moving teeth. Thank you for your time! Dr. Kortni Smith Owner IMS Chiropractic Clinics (760) 285-3824 [cid:5d7a2688-9ac9-44f8-80a6-1a7ff1ff98e0]
Does shoulder impingement need treatment?
Yes it does! Especially before it creates numbness and tingling down your arm into your fingers. Thank you for your time! Dr. Kortni Smith Owner IMS Chiropractic Clinics (760) READ MORE
Yes it does! Especially before it creates numbness and tingling down your arm into your fingers. Thank you for your time! Dr. Kortni Smith Owner IMS Chiropractic Clinics (760) 285-3824 [cid:f23a7d4c-6831-4207-b97a-ea2f09b1d0d8]
Can you help with scoliosis pain?
Absolutely! We get scoliosis patients in all the time especially with the muscle work we provide. Look for a chiropractor that does some sort of muscle work to help ease that pain. READ MORE
Absolutely! We get scoliosis patients in all the time especially with the muscle work we provide. Look for a chiropractor that does some sort of muscle work to help ease that pain. Thank you for your time! Dr. Kortni Smith Owner IMS Chiropractic Clinics (760) 285-3824 [cid:697c53f3-1aa9-4255-9823-8389c8f69eaf]
Can you help with chronic shoulder pain?
Absolutely!! We see this all the time in our offices. Thank you for your time! Dr. Kortni Smith Owner IMS Chiropractic Clinics (760) 285-3824 [cid:f09aab87-c2d0-4571-9405-938025852b8e] READ MORE
Absolutely!! We see this all the time in our offices. Thank you for your time! Dr. Kortni Smith Owner IMS Chiropractic Clinics (760) 285-3824 [cid:f09aab87-c2d0-4571-9405-938025852b8e]
