Ultrasound Therapy

At Carolina Chiropractic Center we offer a variety of treatment options to get rid of pain and muscle stiffness. Ultrasound therapy has been around for over 50 years and offers a great way of improving joint pain and mobility.

We encourage our patients who are dealing with arthritis and joint pain to consider ultrasound therapy. Ultrasound therapy is done with a small device that creates small sound waves that vibrate and massage your soft tissues. The sound waves that are created are sent to your muscles which help to loosen them and decrease scar tissue. Using heat, the ultrasound drive increases your tissues temperature, relaxing your muscles and starting the healing process. Studies have shown ultrasound therapy to speed up the recovery process from injuries.

Don’t forget if you are struggling with mobility to consider ultrasound therapy as a solution. We want to make sure you’re pain-free and healthy!

If you are dealing with joint pain or arthritis, come see Dr. James Huggins Jr. at Carolina Chiropractic Center. To learn more about the services we provide at our practice, visit www.carolinachirocenter.com. To schedule an appointment with Dr. James Huggins Jr. at Carolina Chiropractic Center in Florence, SC, call 843-665-9192.

Why You Should Choose Chiropractic Care

When a patient gets injured, they often first seek out traditional Western medicine. Often times though, most patients find themselves not getting better. This is because other medical professionals focus on fixing the symptoms while ignoring what has caused it. This isn’t the case with chiropractic care. At Carolina Chiropractic Center, Dr. James Huggins Jr. helps you find a treatment that works for you.

 

All our treatments plans and services are non-invasive and holistic. You will not be given medications or narcotics for your pain. We focus on helping your body naturally heal itself. At most, we will recommend vitamins and nutritional advice. It is a common misbelief that chiropractors only treat back and neck pain. Dr. Huggins can help treat symptoms of sciatica and joint pain, along with fibromyalgia, allergies, insomnia, headaches and more.

 

At your first appointment with Dr. Huggins, you will discuss your health problems. This is also the time where you can ask any questions or address any concerns that you may have. A physical examination will be done to get a better idea of what is causing your problems. Dr. Huggins will most likely take some x-rays too. Depending on the results, he will work with you to find a treatment that's best.

 

Carolina Chiropractic Center is located in Florence, SC. To schedule an appointment with Dr. James Huggins Jr., visit our website or call 843-665-9192.

Keeping Your Spine Healthy

Prevention is the key to keeping your body healthy. When you take the initiative to be more in tune with yourself, you are giving yourself the key to a long and active life. Dr. James Huggins Jr. of Carolina Chiropractic Center, located in Florence, SC., offers these tips for a healthy spine. These holistic alternatives to Western medical treatments and prevention utilize your body's own mechanisms for an unimpaired life.

 

Sleep Posture

You might not think so, but the way you sleep at night has a large effect on your spine. When you sleep properly, your body is allowed to fully heal and rest. The right kind of pillow is very important for your spinal health. If you sleep on your side or back you should use a thicker pillow. For stomach sleepers, make sure to use a thin pillow. You can also place pillows in other areas to support different parts of your body.

 

Strong Core

Try to add in a few abdominal exercises to your workout routine every week. This will improve your posture and balance. Having better posture takes unnecessary stress off your spine. A stronger core can also help prevent injuries and accidents.

 

Heavy Lifting

Be careful when lifting heavy objects. There are many ways to injure yourself when lifting. Lift with your legs while keeping a straight back. Do not attempt to twist or turn while lifting.

 

Sitting Posture

When you are sitting for extended periods of time, follow this advice. Keep your feet flat on the floor and your legs at a 90-degree angle. Sit up straight with your shoulders rolled back. Adjust your desk so that your monitor is at eye level. Try to get up and stretch every 20-30 minutes.

 

If you are interested in learning more health tips, or our chiropractic services, visit Carolina Chiropractic Center today. We are located in Florence, SC. To schedule an appointment with Dr. James Huggins Jr., visit our website or call 843-665-9192.

Office Ergonomics

Ergonomics is the science of designing a workspace and job that accommodates each individual employee's physical abilities and limitations. The more physically comfortable you are, the more productive you will be. Dr. James Huggins Jr. of Carolina Chiropractic Center, located in Florence, SC., has some advice for patients who sit at a desk for the majority of the day. These tips can help keep your body and mind healthy.

 

The most important aspect of your workspace should be your desk. Adjusting it to your body is crucial to staying healthy. Make sure your desk is the appropriate height for your body. For objects on your desks, place them within arms reach. For your computer monitor, adjust it so that your eyes are level with the top of the monitor. Look forward straight at the monitor to prevent neck pain.

 

 

When sitting, keep your feet touching the floor at all times. Your legs should be at 90-degree angles. Sit up straight against the back of your chair with your shoulders rolled back. It is important to stand up and stretch every 20-30 minutes. Make sure to stretch your neck, arms and wrists, and back.

 

Your wrists should be kept straight when typing at your computer. Keep your shoulders perpendicular to the floor, with your forearms parallel to the floor. Don’t move the computer mouse with just your wrist. Use your entire arm and shoulder instead. Consider using ergonomically designed keyboards.

 

To learn more ergonomic and health tips, visit Carolina Chiropractic Center. We are located in Florence, SC. To schedule an appointment with Dr. James Huggins Jr., visit our website or call 843-665-9192.