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
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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....
I have severe whiplash from work. What is the treatment?
You need to get chiropractic care immediately. Start out with 10-20 visits of gentle manipulation and rehab on the neck, shoulders, and back. READ MORE
How can I correct the hunch in my back?
Start out with chiropractic care. The hunch comes from the thoracic spine which is between your neck and lower back----then you need to start a serious exercise program---also wearing a thoracic back brace will help.... READ MORE
Does scoliosis correct itself?
No, scoliosis does not correct itself. You need treatment and right away -- don't wait. READ MORE
Is Spinal Manipulation and Osteopathic Manipulation one and the same?
No -- osteopathic manipulation is done by doctors of osteopathy and is usually very forceful -- chiropractors are much better at specific manipulations and adjustments. READ MORE
How can I treat my leg pain that occurs when I walk?
Well -- you need to determine if your leg pain is coming from the nerves or from the arterial system. Irritating the sciatic nerve can cause leg pain, but also not enough blood flow into the legs could also be a problem...there are ways to test for both. Talk to your PCP. READ MORE
Will I ever get relief pain from hip pain?
Absolutely, chiropractic can help reduce all that hip pain READ MORE
How does going to a chiropractor for ADHD help?
Yes. Sometimes adjusting the neck & body can help with calming the child down (no hard evidence for this.... only anecdotal though...). READ MORE
Will yoga help in treating my hip pain?
Yes. Yoga will absolutely help you with your hip pain. Dr. Leonard READ MORE
Can I go on a treadmill or go cycling with back pain?
Yes, you can go on a treadmill, but it's best to find out why you are having back pain first. READ MORE
How to fix bad posture?
Bad posture does not happen over a weekend or days, but bad posture develops over years of not standing correctly or spinal misalignments that never got fixed. You need to start seeing a chiropractor on a regular basis. READ MORE
Do chiropractic adjustments help with chronic lower back pain?
Yes, of course they do -- that is the main benefit of chiropractic treatment. READ MORE
I am having a lot of hip pain that doctors say is due to spinal degeneration. Can a chiropractor help?
Yes, chiropractics can help. It may not be able to get rid of all the pain, but it can give you a better quality of life. READ MORE
My mother has been having pain in her legs, mainly while sitting. Can a chiropractor help in any way?
Pain in the legs --- yes, chiropractics can help. It could be sciatica from pinched nerves or could be blood flow due to clogged leg arteries. Get chiro care and if no help, get checked out by a medical doctor for a condition called intermittent claudication. READ MORE
Does an ortho cushion work for sitting long hours?
Yes, it would work -- better than no cushion at all. READ MORE
I have a weird discomfort in my right leg. What could it be?
Most likely sciatica. READ MORE
How can a chiropractor help me treat my hip pain?
Your hips are likely not level. Getting adjusted will help level your hips and reduce the pain. READ MORE
My left shoulder seems to sit lower than my right. Can it be resolved?
Yes, chiropractics can help even you out. You need to get your neck adjusted, shoulders, and mid-back regions. READ MORE
What is the best kind of desk chair recommended for my condition?
A nice office chair from Nebraska Furniture---firm cushions and high back READ MORE
Is the traction table treatment permanent?
No---continued use will increase the disc space and it will last for awhile READ MORE
Can a chiropractor help me with my neck pain?
Yes, absolutely READ MORE
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Awards
- Magna Cum Laude from College
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