Commercial Drive Chiropractor- Answers; "What's the cracking sound during an Adjustment?"

Answers from your Commercial Drive Chiropractor; Dr. Dominic Chan BSc, DC - "What's the cracking sound during an Adjustment?"

I get this question from time to time in practice and usually it's followed by another question, "Is it my bones breaking?"

Well lets start off by answering the last question, no. During a routine adjustment, the "cracking" sound is not your bones breaking at all. The sound is actually coming from the joint space, in other words the space in between two joint surfaces. This space is often occupied by fluid and wrapped in a protective covering called a joint capsule.

During a Chiropractic adjustment, one of the main goals is to restore motion to joints that are 'locked-up' and not moving well. During the adjustment, a joint can be stretched or mobilized. This often causes gas that is trapped in the joint fluid to come out of the solution, causing a 'pop' or 'crack' sound.

Huh? you may ask. Ok, here's an analogy I'm sure most people can relate to. Ever opened a can of pop or soda before? Well, when this happened, it was probably accompanied by a "pssssstttttt" sound, right? Well, that sound is the gas inside the pop coming out and being released because you opened the can. Hope that helps to clarify things.

Remember, if you have any questions, you can always ask them here or visit my website www.drchanchiro.com

Commercial Drive Chiropractor - Thanks to the readers of the Vancouver Courier from Commercial Drive Chiropractor Dr. Chan

Hello everyone! I just wanted to thank everyone who has been reading the Vancouver Courier newspaper and submitting entries for the "Stars of Vancouver" edition. I have had several patients tell me that they voted me as "best Chiropractor" in Vancouver. I am thankful to all of you guys!! I will definitely keep you posted when I find out the results.

In the meantime, don't forget to visit my website www.drchanchiro.com

Vancouver Chiropractor - Dr. Dominic Chan DC Treating at the GVCC

Hi everybody, as some of you may know this weekend Hazelmere Golf and Country Club will play host to the Greater Vancouver Charity Classic golf tournament. This Canadian Tour stop is a great tournament that acts as a proving ground for many up and coming golfers.

Just last year, Abbotsford's James Lepp, played in this tournament. Dr. Chan will be part of the medical team for this event and he will be helping many of these golfers to not only treat injuries but to also keep these athletes in top physical shape so they can perform at their peak.

For more information on Dr.Chan, please visit www.drchanchiro.com

Chiropractic in Vancouver - Tennis Elbow

Now that the weather is getting nicer, more and more people are out playing tennis. However, Dr. Chan would like to remind you to be wary of Tennis Elbow!! (Also called; Lateral Epicondylitis)

Tennis Elbow is pain on the outside of the elbow usually due to repetitive backhand strokes. If this is affecting you, make sure you ice your elbow immediately following play.

Another helpful tip would be to wear a brace or switch to a two-handed backhand to reduce the pain.

For more information leave a message or visit www.drchanchiro.com

Chiropractic Therapy in Vancouver - Foot Pain

Did you know that your feet are the foundation of your entire body? Many people suffer from foot pain on a daily basis. A hallmark of a common condition called Plantar Fasciitis is morning foot pain. In other words, the first few steps in the morning are very painful.

If this sounds like you, chances are, you are suffering from Plantar Fasciitis. This condition is caused by contraction of the connective tissue under the bottoms of your feet called the Plantar Fascia. In the morning, as you start to walk, you stretch this tissue and cause micro tears that results in pain.

A very effective form of therapy is Orthotic Therapy. These Therapeutic inserts you wear in your shoes can help to stabilize your feet and take pressure off the Plantar Fascia, thus reducing the pain.

As always you can visit Dr. Chan's website at www.drchanchiro.com or call the office!

Update

Just to let you know, I have uploaded sample videos on Squidoo for a couple of conditions. Namely; Frozen Shoulder and Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)

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Doing good for those in need

Okay, so I happened to be reading an article in the newspaper the other day and it discussed the ever present need for food by families who are having a hard time making ends meet.

So here I am thinking of things that I can do to help. Well I've come up with one solution. I will Swim!!! That's right, at the end of July I will be competing in an Open water race called the "Bay Challenge". It is approximately 9-10km long and requires me to swim across the widest part of English Bay, from West Vancouver all the way to Kits Beach.

I will be donating partial proceeds from revenue I earn in my clinic to the Greater Vancouver Food bank. I'm hoping with the proceeds, my patients and I will be able to provide approximately $1000 worth of food to those in need. Wish me luck guys!!!