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Why is there a popping sound when a joint is adjusted?
Adjustment of a joint may result in release of a gas bubble between the joints that makes a popping sound – it’s exactly the same as when you “crack” your knuckles. The noise is caused by the change of pressure within the joint that results in gas bubbles being released. There is no pain involved.
What Causes Back Pain?
The back is a complicated structure of bones, joints, ligaments and muscles. You can sprain ligaments, strain muscles, rupture disks, and irritate joints, all of which can lead to back pain. Back pain can also directly result from disease of the internal organs, such as kidney stones, kidney infections, blood clots, or bone loss.
Is chiropractic treatment appropriate for children?
Yes, children can benefit from chiropractic care. Children are very physically active and experience many types of falls and blows from activities of daily living as well as from participating in sports. Injuries such as these may cause many symptoms including back and neck pain, stiffness, soreness or discomfort.
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Professional Qualification
Education
Logan College of Chiropractic
St. Louis, MO
Pre-Professional
St. Louis Community College
at Meramac
Graduate School
Southern Illinois University at Carbondale
Licensure
Licensed Chiropractic Physician
Board Certified-National Board of Chiropractic Examiners
Part I,II,III
Clinical Profiency Certificate-Logan College 1990
American College of Sports Medicine-Certified Fitness Instructor 1984
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Dr. Richard Thalman
Being born and raised in Cardondale, Dr. Thalman is proud to serve the community and surrounding counties of Southern Illinois. After receiving his Bachelor's degree at SIU-C, he then went on to Logan College of Chiropractic in St. Louis, MO. Upon graduation in 1990, he joined Fitzmaurice Sports Chiropractic, specializing in Physical and Sports Medicine.
In 1992, Thalman Chiropractic was opened and has since treated thousands of patients. Dr. Thalman's philosophy is simple. "I treat my patients as I would want to be treated at my doctor's office, and that is with respect, dignity and integrity. I know my patients come to me entrusting me to help them get well. In return, my duty and responsibility is to listen to their problem at length, and then do all that I can to get them well and to help them stay well."
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Chiropractic is a health care profession that focuses on disorders of the musculoskeletal system and the nervous system, and the effects of these disorders on general health. Chiropractic care is used most often to treat neuromusculoskeletal complaints, including but not limited to back pain, neck pain, pain in the joints of the arms or legs, and headaches.
Doctors of Chiropractic – often referred to as chiropractors or chiropractic physicians – practice a drug-free, hands-on approach to health care that includes patient examination, diagnosis and treatment. Chiropractors have broad diagnostic skills and are also trained to recommend therapeutic and rehabilitative exercises, as well as to provide nutritional, dietary and lifestyle counseling.
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