Dr. David Leonard DC
Chiropractor
103 South Jefferson Street Raymore Missouri, 64083About
Dr. David Leonard is a Chiropractor practicing in Raymore, Missouri. Dr. Leonard 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. Leonard seeks to reduce pain and discomfort through manipulation and adjustment of the spine.
Education and Training
Cleveland Chiropractic College
Provider Details
Dr. David Leonard DC's Expert Contributions
Explanation of Lower Back Pain
Ask the DoctorQ: Why is it that so many Americans have lower back pain today?A: It is true, lower back pain does seem to be very prevalent today. In fact, the Agency for Health Care Policy and Reform (AHCPR) states that 80% of Americans will experience low back pain sometime in their life. However,...
Ask the Doctor
With all the ice and snow coming, people slip, fall and hurt themselves. How can I be safe?Yes, you need to be very careful in the ice and snow because falling on ice usually means that there is a hard surface around that can cause a serious injury to the body. Here are some helpful hints:...
Winter Is Coming
With all the ice and snow coming, people slip and hurt themselves. How can I be safe and if I do fall, what can I do to help myself?Yes, you need to be very careful in the ice and snow because falling on ice usually means there is a hard surface around that can cause serious injuries to the body....
Should you rest after chiropractic adjustment?
Yes, you should take it easy for 20 minutes. READ MORE
Do neck braces help posture?
Yes, but only temporarily -- you really need to get into an exercise regimen and/or see a chiropractor. READ MORE
How many chiropractor visits do I need for neck pain?
Treatment for an auto accident----10-25 visits READ MORE
Is chiropractic treatment good for lower back pain?
Yes--chiropractic is fantastic for lower back pain---85% success rate READ MORE
Should a chiropractor crack your neck?
By cracking the neck, you mean an adjustment. Chiropractors don't always have to crack the neck to get an adjustment, but when they do, it's fine. READ MORE
Should I see a chiropractor or massage therapist first?
You need to see the chiropractor first---chiropractors are doctors---they can determine if your back pain is serious or life-threatening or is just painful. Dr. Dave READ MORE
Are chiropractic adjustments safe?
Absolutely--chiropractic adjustments are safe....we treat babies 2 months old and adults to 97 yrs old READ MORE
Can children get pinched nerves?
Yes, children can get pinched nerves. You should see a chiropractor right away. READ MORE
How long does chiropractic treatment take to work for kids?
Your son should see the effects of treatment within 1-4 weeks READ MORE
What do you wear to a chiropractor appointment?
You want to wear loose-fitting clothes---sweat pants, leggings, spandex-type clothes---not something real tight like blue jeans. Dr. David Leonard READ MORE
Is chiropractor treatment good for sciatica?
Yes, chiropractic is excellent for treating back pain. READ MORE
What is the difference between a physical therapist and a chiropractor?
It's better to see a chiropractor---physical therapist are good technicians but unless they have completed the DPT program, they are not doctors. Chiropractors have been autonomous for the last 125 years---they knew how to identify what is and what is not a chiropractic issue. Dr David Leonard DC, ABHM READ MORE
What is the best way to get my muscles to relax?
Take a hot bath with Epsom salts Dr Leonard READ MORE
Is a chiropractic consultation needed after a sports injury?
The chiropractor can assess your back and make sure it's not broken. Make sure you don't need an orthopedic doctor. READ MORE
Can sciatica pain extend to my leg?
Yes, sciatica can go all the way down to the leg. Better see a chiropractor fast. READ MORE
How can you relieve the pain from a pinched nerve?
Chiropractors will adjust or move the bones to help reposition the nerves -- that's how we get rid of pinched nerves. READ MORE
What might be causing my hip pain?
The best advice forward is to get set up with a chiropractor who can examine your hip pain and determine where it's coming from. READ MORE
Can I exercise after a back adjustment?
Yes, you can exercise after a back adjustment. Should wait 10-15 minutes to let your adjustment settle in READ MORE
How well does spinal manipulation work for sciatica?
Chiropractic works great for sciatica. Dr. Leonard has also invented a really effective exercising chair that stretches out all the leg muscles that surround the sciatic nerve. The Willflex chair really works. READ MORE
What is the difference between an osteopathic physician and chiropractor?
An osteopathic physician is very similar to a medical doctor---Initially back in the early 1900's they were taught a more holistic approach to medicine but in the 1970's they joined the AMA as physicians---so today there is little difference between a DO and an MD READ MORE
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Awards
- Magna Cum Laude from College
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