Dr. Laura Joanne Akerson D.C.
Chiropractor
224 W Church St Palmyra MO, 63461About
Dr. Laura Akerson is a Chiropractor practicing in Palmyra, MO. Dr. Akerson 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. Akerson seeks to reduce pain and discomfort through manipulation and adjustment of the spine.
Provider Details
Dr. Laura Joanne Akerson D.C.'s Practice location
Dr. Laura Joanne Akerson D.C.'s reviews
Write ReviewRecommended Articles
- Everything You Need to Know About Disc Herniation
The spine is comprised of bony vertebrae separated by intervertebral discs. The lumbar spine consists of five vertebrae numbered L1 to L5. These vertebrae are attached to the tail bone (sacrum) at the lower end of the spine. The spinal cord runs within the vertebrae. The intervertebral discs act...
- When Should I See a Doctor if I have Back Pain?
Physical pain brought about by back pain can sometimes be unbearable making sitting, standing or walking a painful activity to undertake. Other aspects of your life might be affected too, such as sleep or your overall mood. Your daily life activities like study or work can also be affected resulting...
- 10 Preventable Causes of Shin Splints
Shin splints, also known as medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS) is the pain you feel along the inner aspect of your shin bone. It is a result of repeated stress on your shin. Several factors may cause shin splints and most of them are preventable. If you are aware of the preventable causes of shin...
- Can Sciatica Pain Be Cured?
What is sciatica?Sciatica is a health condition in which one experiences radiating pain running down from the lower back to the feet. Pain may occur on either side of the leg and it is not necessary that lower back pain exists in all cases of sciatica. The pain’s nature is shooting pain, which...
- Chiropractic Care for Arthritis
Chiropractic has been successful and effective in managing the symptoms of arthritis. With regular treatment, pain is decreased and the need for medications is reduced or won't be needed. Chiropractic care can also restore lost range of motion and flexibility, increase muscle strength and improve...
- Do I Have a Pinched Nerve?
Pinched nerve, or nerve compression, refers to a situation in which the surrounding tissues apply pressure on a nerve. Pinched nerve may cause severe pain, tingling, numbness, or other symptoms. Nerve compression may affect different sites of the body and this may result in varied symptoms. The...
Nearby Providers
- Dr. Breane Schafer D.C.307 N 36th St Quincy Illinois 62301
- Dr. Nicholas Anthony Starman D.C.1704 N 24TH ST QUINCY IL 62301
- Dr. Gary W Lambert DC2080 Broadway St Quincy IL 62301
- Dr. Nicole Georgette Paxton D.C.521 S 24th St Quincy IL 62301
- Dr. Dan Wiegand DC2204 N. 7TH ST., STE. A & B WEST MONROE LA 71291
- Dr. Larry Gene Anderson D.C.7 Melgrove Ln Hannibal MO 63401