Harris Chiropractic Clinic, P.C.

01/23/2025

01/14/2025

Common Symptoms of Disc Problems
-General back pain
-Pain and numbness that may extend to arms or legs
-Pain that worsens at night or with certain movements
-Pain that worsens after standing, sitting, sneezing, or coughing
-Unexplained muscle weakness

We are now offering free one-on-one consultations with a doctor that specializes in treating the pain you are feeling to see if you are a good candidate for our back pain relief program. Our advanced, non-surgical methods address the cause of the pain and symptoms to provide long-lasting relief. Call 406-652-8442 to schedule your complimentary consultation and MRI review. Limited spots available, so call today.

Not a provider for Medicare/Medicaid.

12/17/2024

Just a reminder of our upcoming holiday hours:

December 23 8:30 to Noon, 1:30 to 5

December 24 8:30 to Noon

December 25 - 29 Closed

December 30 - 31 8:30 to Noon, 1:30 to 5

January 1 Closed

January 2 8:30 to Noon, 1:30 to 5

Happy Holidays!!

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12/12/2024

It's that time of year again!!

Shoveling snow can be a physically demanding task, and it's important to do it safely to avoid injury, especially to your back. Here are five tips to help you shovel snow without hurting your back:

**Choose the Right Shovel**: Use a shovel that is comfortable for your height and strength. A lightweight, ergonomic shovel with a curved handle can help reduce the strain on your back. Consider using a shovel with a smaller blade to avoid lifting too much snow at once.

**Warm Up Beforehand**: Just like any physical activity, it's important to warm up your muscles before you start shoveling. Take a few minutes to stretch your back, arms, and legs to get your blood flowing and reduce the risk of injury.

**Use Proper Technique**: Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart to maintain balance. Bend at your knees, not your waist, and use your legs to lift the snow. Keep the shovel close to your body to reduce strain, and avoid twisting your torso when throwing snow to the side. Instead, pivot your whole body to face the direction you're moving the snow.

**Pace Yourself and Take Breaks**: Shoveling can be exhausting, so take your time and don't overexert yourself. Take regular breaks to rest and hydrate. If you have a large area to clear, consider doing it in stages rather than all at once.

**Push, Don’t Lift**: When possible, push the snow to the side rather than lifting it. This reduces the amount of strain on your back. If you must lift, keep the loads light and make sure to lift with your legs, keeping your back straight.

By following these tips, you can help minimize the risk of back injury while shoveling snow.

Happy Shoveling!!

12/10/2024

ATTENTION BILLINGS AREA RESIDENTS:

Are you suffering from lower back pain, neck pain, or sciatica? Have you tried medication, injections, physical therapy, and now considering spine surgery? Are you looking for a safe, effective, nonsurgical, FDA cleared treatment instead?

GREAT NEWS - Breakthrough treatment is now available in Billings, MT. No Drugs, No Injections, No Surgery, No Down Time. Call today to see if you qualify for a Free Consultation and MRI review. Limited spots available.

(406) 652-8442

Offer available to Billings area residents only. Not a provider for Medicare or Medicaid.

11/17/2024

We will be closing at Noon on Thursday, November 21st.

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11/11/2024

Happy Veterans Day!! Thank you to all who have served!!

10/31/2024

Happy Halloween!! Don't forget to set your clocks back this weekend.

P.S. - I will be out of the office on the afternoon of Thursday, November 21st.

09/26/2024

Did you know that spinal decompression therapy can reduce pressure within a disc by -100mm Hg? What exactly does this mean? When we stand, sit, lay down, no matter the position the discs in our spine are always under a certain degree of positive pressure. This is because of the effects of gravity. The amount of pressure also varies depending on the position we are in. Bending at the waist combined with lifting for instance puts more pressure on the disc than simply standing or bending without lifting. This is why many back pain sufferers feel pain in some positions more than others. This is especially true in people who have bulging discs, herniated discs, or degenerated discs.



One of the reasons why spinal decompression therapy is so effective in treating disc patients is this reduction in disc pressure that can be achieved. When under spinal decompression therapy the pressure in the problematic disc will drop to a negative level. When this happens it creates a vacuuming or suctioning type effect on the disc that helps to draw back in the bulging or herniated disc material, along with water, oxygen, and other nutrients. When the bulging or herniated disc material is drawn back in it reduces the pinching or pressure on delicate nerves and results in greatly reduced pain. This is the non-surgical way to treat a disc problem.



Spinal surgery, depending on the study you read, can have anywhere from a 10-50% failure rate. Spinal decompression therapy has success rates of 85-90% according to published research studies. Why not try a proven non-drug and non-surgical intervention first? Surgery can be an option, but should be the last resort option. We are one of the few clinics in our area to offer this modern and advanced technology. We are here to help.

To see if you qualify for a Free Consultation and MRI review, call us today at 406-652-8442

08/19/2024

I will be out of the office Friday, August 23rd through Monday, September 2nd. Have a Safe and Happy Labor Day!!

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08/01/2024

I wanted to share some simple and effective stretches that can help alleviate neck pain. Here are a few you can try:



Neck Tilt: Sit or stand up straight. Slowly tilt your head towards one shoulder and hold for 15-30 seconds. Repeat on the other side.



Neck Turn: Sit or stand with your back straight. Slowly turn your head to one side and hold for 15-30 seconds. Repeat on the other side.



Chin Tuck: Sit or stand up straight. Tuck your chin towards your chest and hold for 5-10 seconds. Repeat several times.



Upper Trapezius Stretch: Sit or stand with good posture. Place one hand behind your back and use the other hand to gently pull your head towards the opposite shoulder. Hold for 15-30 seconds and switch sides.



Remember to perform these stretches gently and avoid any movements that cause pain. Consistency is key, so try to incorporate them into your daily routine.



If your neck pain persists, please give us a call.



Best regards,



Dr. Brad Harris

(406) 652-8442



PS - I will be out of the office August 26th through September 2nd.

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07/31/2024

Interesting study confirming the effectiveness of Nonsurgical Spinal Decompression.

NSDT may be a suitable treatment option for conservative treatment of subacute L-HIVD.

06/24/2024

We will be closed July 3rd through July 7th. Happy Independence Day!!

05/21/2024

We will be closed Monday, May 27th. Have a safe and happy Memorial Day!

05/02/2024

Chronic Neck And Back Pain Changes Your Life...but there is hope for lasting relief with FDA Cleared Non-surgical Spinal Decompression and Laser Therapy. Here are five reasons to consider Non-surgical Spinal Decompression:

1 - Bulging or herniated discs

2- Degenerative Disc Disease

3- Facet Syndrome

4- Failed Back Surgery

5- Ongoing lower back or neck pain that is not responding to traditional spinal treatment.

To see if you qualify for a Free Consultation and MRI review, Call (406) 652-8442.

Limited spots available, so call today!

Not a provider for Medicare or Medicaid

04/23/2024

Free Consultation and MRI Review! Call Today (406) 652-8442

04/17/2024

Surgeons consider successful spine surgery to be 50% improvement. That may be helpful, but is by no means the cure that most think they will get when they have surgery.

Failed back surgical syndrome or post-surgical pain syndrome ranges from 10-46% for a first time surgery. (Thomson. Br J Pain. 2013;7:56-69. PubMed)

Repeat spinal surgery is a treatment option with diminishing returns. No more than 30%, 15%, and 5% of patients experience a successful outcome after the second, third, and fourth surgeries, respectively. (Nachemson. Acta Othop Scand Suppl. 1993:251:130-133. PubMed)

Results from a prospective study of workers in Washington State (pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23238486) found approximately 43% of workers who first saw a surgeon had surgery compared with only 1.5% of those who first saw a chiropractor!

A 2009 study in the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics 32(9), 723-733 cited that surgery for lumbar disc herniation is only indicated in 2-4% of cases. That means that proper non-surgical care needs to be performed.

According to the Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine, December 2004: 50-75% of patients with leg pain from their lower back received temporary relief after lumbar epidural injections, only 25-57% received excellent long-term relief.

If you would like to explore safe, effective, FDA cleared, nonsurgical treatment options, please give as a call for a free consultation and MRI review.

(406) 652-8442