Chiropractic Services Located In Ouray, Colorado
Proudly Serving Patients From Ridgway, Montrose, Silverton, Telluride & The Surrounding San Juan Area
Chiropractic Services
Serving Ouray, Ridgway, Telluride, Montrose, Silverton and the surrounding San Juan Mountain Area.
If you're suffering from neck pain, back pain, or any other musculoskeletal issues, Active Life Chiropractic serves patients from Ouray, Ridgway, Telluride, Montrose, and Silverton is here to help.
Dr. Gil specializes in treating a wide range of conditions including sciatica, headaches, muscle spasms, tingling and numbness, stiffness, shoulder pain, and joint pain. His goal is to provide effective and personalized care to alleviate your symptoms and improve your overall quality of life. He offers a variety of advanced chiropractic techniques, and together we can identify the root cause of your pain and develop a tailored treatment plan to address it.
Each treatment is carefully selected based on your unique condition and goals for recovery. We will begin with an initial evaluation that consists of a thorough medical history assessment and spinal evaluation. From there we will work to build you an effective treatment plan comprised of a variety of chiropractic techniques including manual adjustments, drop table techniques, electrical muscle stimulation, ultrasound therapy, Graston Technique, Neck Traction and Exercise Instruction, Distraction Therapy Techniques and more. Keep reading below for more details on our San Juan Area Chiropractic Services.
Chiropractic Services​
Serving Ouray, Ridgway, Telluride, Montrose, Silverton and the surrounding San Juan Area.
Medical History & Assessment
A comprehensive interview called a chiropractic medical history assessment is conducted by a chiropractor in order to gather detailed information about your health history, symptoms, and lifestyle habits. The chiropractor will inquire about various aspects of your pain, including its location, severity, and duration. They will also ask about any previous injuries or surgeries you may have had as part of your medical history. Additionally, the chiropractor may delve into your lifestyle habits such as diet, exercise routine, and sleep patterns
Spinal Evaluation
Spinal Evaluation
A chiropractic spinal evaluation is a physical examination that is conducted by a chiropractor to assess the health of the spine. The evaluation may include:
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Palpation: The chiropractor will feel the spine for any areas of tenderness, muscle spasm, or misalignment.
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Range of motion testing: The chiropractor will assess the range of motion of the spine and joints.
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Strength testing: The chiropractor will assess the strength of the muscles in the back and neck.
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Reflex testing: The chiropractor will test the reflexes of the arms and legs.
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Orthopedic Neurological testing: Using special tests by the chirpractor to determine reflexes & nerve function and condition of the spine.
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Imaging tests: The chiropractor may order imaging tests, such as X-rays, CT scans, or MRIs, to get a closer look at the spine and discs.
Chiropractic Therapies Offered
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Manual Chiropractic Adjustments
Chiropractic adjustments are thought to work by restoring the normal function of the spine and nervous system. The spine is made up of a series of bones called vertebrae. The vertebrae are connected to each other by joints. These joints allow the spine to move and bend. However, if the joints become misaligned, it can put pressure on the nerves that travel through the spine. This can cause pain, numbness, and tingling.
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Drop Table Techniques
The chiropractic drop table technique is a type of spinal manipulation that uses a special table to help the chiropractor apply a quick, manipulation and adjustment to the spine helping to relieve pain and improve range of motion in the neck and back.
Electrical Muscle Stimulation
Chiropractic electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) is a technique that uses electrical impulses to stimulate muscles. The electrical impulses are delivered through electrodes that are placed on the skin. The intensity and frequency of the electrical impulses can be adjusted to target specific muscles and to help relieve pain, improve muscle tone, reduce inflammation, increase range of motion and help speed up recovery times.
Ultrasound Therapy
Ultrasound therapy is a type of treatment that uses sound waves that vibrate deep in the tissues in the body. The sound waves are created by a device called a transducer. The transducer is placed on the skin over the area to be treated. The sound waves are then transmitted through the skin and into the tissues to help alleviate pain, inflammation, stiffness and to promote wound healing.
Graston Technique
The Graston Technique uses stainless steel instruments to apply specific pressure and friction to the affected area. This helps to break up scar tissue, adhesions, and other restrictions in the soft tissue. It can also help to improve circulation and range of motion.
Chiropractic Exercise Rehab Instruction
Chiropractic exercise rehab instruction is a type of therapy that combines chiropractic adjustments with exercises designed to improve range of motion, strength, and flexibility. It is used to treat a variety of conditions such as neck pain, back pain, sciatic pain, headaches, sports injuries and to assist with post-surgical rehabilitation.
Instrument Adjustments
A tool that uses high speed and low force is sued to gently mobilize and adjust the sping to reduce pain and nerve interference. This tool is excellent for those who prefer a lighter force adjustment.
Distraction Therapy to Relieve Neck Pain & Sciatica
Chiropractic distraction therapy is a type of treatment that uses a machine to apply a gentle stretching force to the spine to relieve pressure on the nerves and reduce pain. Chiropractic distraction therapy is typically used to treat neck pain and sciatica. In neck pain, the distraction force is applied to the neck. In sciatica, the distraction force is applied to the lower back