The more you understand your body and how it
functions, the better equipped you'll be at taking care
of yourself to achieve optimal health. We've included
the Patient Education section on our website to provide
you with valuable, practical wellness information which
you can incorporate into your lifestyle to improve the
quality of your life. We hope you will turn to these
pages whenever you have a question about health related
issues and urge you to contact our practice at any time
to
make an appointment
with one of our doctors.
A neurological examination is sometimes performed to determine if any part of your body has incurred damage to its central nervous system. Many health problems have been associated with nerve damage, and such, this exam can significantly improve the chances of making a thorough diagnosis.
A neurological exam involves a thorough exploration of the body's arms, legs, and trunk.
If you have a neurological exam, your chiropractor may look for signs of:
- Bowel or bladder problems
- Gait problems (walking, running, climbing stairs, etc.)
- Muscle spasms or twitching
- Numbness, tingling, or pain and whether changing positions relieves those symptoms
- Problems with balance
- Weakened muscle strength and tone
- Weakened reflexes (a sign of possible damage to the spinal cord, nerves, or muscles)
- Weakness (consistent or intermittent) in your arms or legs