Following a whiplash event, the symptoms an individual may experience are varied and numerous. You may experience one or more of the following symptoms, which are indicative of whiplash injury:

• Neck pain and stiffness
• Worsening of pain with neck movement
• Loss of range of motion in the neck
• Headaches, most often starting at the base of the skull
• Tenderness or pain in the shoulder, upper back, or arms
• Tingling or numbness in the arms
• Fatigue
• Dizziness
• Other less common symptoms can include blurred vision, ringing in the ears, irritability, sleep disturbance, memory problems, and depression.

It is not uncommon for people who have whiplash to be unaware that they even have a problem.

It is critical, regardless of the severity of any auto accident or other neck trauma, that you schedule an immediate examination to identify, diagnose, document, and begin treatment for any injuries you may have sustained.

Dr. Rob will carefully listen to your concerns and review your full medical history with you. 

This will be followed by observation of your posture and range of motion.  

Then, the doctor will palpate (feel) your full spine to determine if there is any muscle-tendon injury or vertebral displacement. 

If warranted, digital imaging (X-ray, MRI, or CAT scan) may be ordered to ensure any undetected spine, shoulder, or neck injury is identified and documented. 

Finally, using the findings gathered from the steps above, our Lehi chiropractor will determine a comprehensive, scientifically based, effective, and efficient treatment plan tailored to achieve your individual’s health and recovery goals.

These are some of the answers to the most commonly asked questions we receive: 

If you are suffering from dizziness or other symptoms of vertigo, you should schedule an appointment with Dr. Rob at Cashel Chiropractic. There are many treatments available for vertigo, and we have the knowledge, skills, and experience to relieve your symptoms and get you on the road to optimal health.

There are several types of vertigo two of the most common types are: 

• Peripheral vertigo:This type of vertigo is the most common. It is generally caused by problems with the inner ear.
• Cervical vertigo:This type of vertigo is caused by problems with the spine and central nervous system.

Peripheral vertigo is most commonly caused by: 

• Benign positional vertigo (benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, also known as BPPV). This condition is caused by calcium crystals within your inner ear breaking loose and causing erroneous nerve messages that cause dizziness.
• Head Injury
• Meniere Disease – which causes fluid buildup in the inner ear
• Certain medicines
• Infection of the vestibular nerve that controls balance
• Pressure on the vestibular nerve – usually caused by a noncancerous tumor

Cervical vertigo is most commonly caused by:

• Poor neck posture
• Neck disorders
• Cervical trauma

Dr. Rob uses only non-invasive, drug-free techniques to treat vertigo. Your treatment plan may include one or more of these techniques: 

• Chiropractic adjustments:  Rob may adjust your neck and spine to correct any subluxations or joint misalignments causing your vertigo.
• Epley Maneuver:  Rob may utilize this technique designed to treat BPPV.
• At-home exercises:  Rob may prescribe at-home exercises and instruct you on the exercises’ proper form.

Dr. Rob will carefully listen to your concerns and review your full medical history with you. 

This will be followed by an examination of your neck and spine as well as an observation of your neck posture. 

If warranted, digital imaging (X-ray, MRI, or CT scan) may be ordered to ensure our Lehi chiropractor can conduct a thorough visual assessment of the neck, spine, and associated bone and soft tissues. 

Finally, using the findings gathered from the steps above, the doctor will determine a comprehensive, scientifically based, effective, and efficient treatment plan tailored to relieve your vertigo and achieve your health and recovery goals.

Learn more about vertigo by reading these Q&As. 

When the TMJs are not aligned or synchronized in their movement, this can result in numerous different problems. These conditions are known as temporomandibular dysfunction or TMD.

 TMD is very common and recent studies indicate that more than 10 million people in the U.S. live with TMD pain and dysfunction.

The following are risk factors that can lead to TMD:

• Bruxism or teeth clenching or grinding
• Trauma to the head neck or jaw
• Arthritis in the TMJ
• Stress
• An improper bite

The following are symptoms of TMD:

• Jaw pain or tenderness
• Aching pain in or around one or both ears
• Pain while chewing
• Jaws that lock in the open or closed position
• Pain in the neck or shoulders
• Changes in the way that teeth fit together
• Clicking or popping in the jaw joint when opening or closing the mouth
• Headaches
• Tooth pain

Our Lehi chiropractor, Dr. Rob, uses only non-invasive, drug-free techniques to treat TMJ\TMD. Your treatment plan may include one or more of these techniques:

• Jaw muscle massage.
• Jaw realignment
• Spinal adjustments particularly the top 2 joints.
• Dry needling

Dr. Rob will carefully listen to your concerns and review your full medical history with you. 

This will be followed by an examination of your neck and spine. He will feel the movement of your TMJ joints as you open and close your mouth. He will observe the alignment of your upper and lower bite.  

If warranted, digital imaging (X-ray, MRI, or CT scan) may be ordered. 

Finally, using the findings gathered from the steps above, our Lehi chiropractor will determine a comprehensive, scientifically based, effective, and efficient treatment plan tailored to relieve your TMJ\TMD pain and achieve your health and recovery goals.

These questions and answers will help you better understand TMJ and its treatment:

There are many types of scoliosis, and the most common ones are: 

• Idiopathic scoliosis: This is the most common type of scoliosis, but the cause for this type is currently unknown.

• Neuromuscular scoliosis: This type of scoliosis is caused by underlying neuromuscular conditions, like cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, spina bifida, or polio.

• Congenital scoliosis:This type of scoliosis is present at birth and occurs when a baby’s ribs or spine form improperly.

Symptoms of scoliosis may include:

• Uneven shoulders
• Uneven waist
• One shoulder blade that appears more prominent than the other
• One hip higher than the other
• One side of the rib cage jutting forward
• A prominence on one side of the back when bending forward

Dr. Rob will carefully listen to your concerns and review your full medical history with you. 

This will be followed by observation of your posture and range of motion.  

Then, our Lehi chiropractor will palpate (feel) your full spine to determine if there is any muscle-tendon injury or vertebral displacement. 

If warranted, digital imaging (X-ray, MRI, or CAT scan) may be ordered to ensure any undetected spine, shoulder, or neck injury is identified and documented. 

Finally, using the findings gathered from the steps above, the doctor will determine a comprehensive, scientifically based, effective, and efficient treatment plan tailored to achieve your health and recovery goals.

Learn more about scoliosis by reading the answers to the most commonly asked questions patients ask about scoliosis.

Cashel Chiropractic’s Dr. Rob has the knowledge, skills, experience, and tools to relieve and correct your sciatica pain. Book your initial consultation today, and let us get you on the path to a pain-free life at the peak of health.

The most common symptoms associated with sciatica are:

• Pain down the back, buttocks, and one leg
• Hip pain
• Pain that intensifies when sitting, standing, or sneezing
• Burning, pins, and needles, or sharp sensations
• Numbness in the upper thigh
• Pain that intensifies when sitting, standing, or sneezing
• Tightness in the calf or back of the thigh
• Loss of bladder or bowel control

Sciatica occurs when the sciatic nerve becomes pinched, usually by a herniated disk in your spine or an overgrowth of bone (bone spur) on your vertebrae. 

Less commonly, the nerve can be compressed by a tumor or damaged by a disease, such as diabetes.

On your first visit, Dr. Rob will carefully listen to your concerns and health goals and then review your full medical history with you. 

This will be followed by observation of your posture, range of motion, muscle strength, and how you sit and walk. Any deviation from proper posture will be measured and documented. 

Then, the doctor will palpate (feel) your full spine to determine if there is any vertebral displacement that may be causing your posture.  

If warranted, digital imaging (X-ray, MRI, or CT scan) may be ordered to ensure the our Lehi chiropractor can conduct a thorough visual assessment of the spine and associated soft tissues. 

Finally, using the findings gathered from the steps above, the doctor will determine a comprehensive, scientifically based, effective, and efficient treatment plan tailored to relieve your sciatica pain and achieve your health goals.

These are some of the most commonly asked questions about sciatica answered by our Lehi chiropractor.