Andersen Chiropractic, LLC

Active Therapeutic Movements (ATM2)

This device used for pain relief, to improve flexibility, and strengthen core muscle groups. Most people are familiar with the term “core” muscle but rarely know what that term means. Majority of the time the core muscles are strong enough, but they just are not firing properly. When the spine is injured, certain muscles will contract to protect the rest of the spine. In time the spine may heal, but this protective muscle-firing pattern will continue. This type of therapy is designed to correct these protective-firing patterns. The initial goal is for immediate and lasting pain reduction for the patient while stabilizing large global muscles of the body. When this stabilization occurs, the Central Nervous System (CNS) now has better communication with the core-muscle groups for support and protection of the spine. Please contact Andersen Chiropractic at (801) 572-5696 and schedule your Free Consultation with our Sandy Chiropractor.

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Chiropractic Adjustment

The purpose of manipulation is to restore joint mobility by applying a controlled force into joints that are not moving correctly or restricted in their movement, thereby alleviating pain and muscle tightness to allow the tissues to heal. Contrary to popular belief, spinal adjustments/manipulations are not painful. Chiropractors are trained as experts in the spine. They do not merely “pop” or “crack” bones until something “snaps” back into place.

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Impulse IQ

Just as lasers have replaced scalpels in some surgeries, advanced technology has become available to chiropractic to assist in delivering chiropractic adjustments. We have incorporated the Impulse Adjusting Instrument to assist in care of our patients. This patented and FDA registered device is specifically used to deliver a gentle and precise chiropractic adjustment to the joints of the spine and extremities to relieve pain and restore function. Impulse instrument adjustments are high tech where no popping or cracking will be heard, but rather very precise and targeted adjustments are delivered to specific areas of the spine.

Laser Therapy

High Power Laser Therapy (HPLT) offers patients a painless, non-surgical and side effect free treatment for conditions previously refractive to traditional medical care. Conditions such as peripheral neuropathy, head, neck and back pain (stenosis, disc herniations and sciatica), arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, foot and heel pain, ligament and tendon injuries, muscle bruising, and even non-healing wounds, to name a few, all respond well to HPLT. HPLT also accelerates wound healing and is an excellent adjunct to accelerating healing post surgically as it can significantly reduce recovery time over traditional therapies available today. Patients who have undergone joint replacement can cut the rehab process by as much as 50% and more. Their pain and discomfort will quickly be controlled and the need for dangerous narcotics can be eliminated within a few treatments.

Kinesiotaping

Massage Therapy

Massage therapy relieves tension that builds up in the body and muscles. It is used for relaxation and healing of the soft tissue due to stress and muscle tightness. Massage may release your body’s natural painkillers and boost your immune system. In addition, this type of therapy relieves stress, encourages relaxation, improves circulation, decreases pain, relaxes muscles, and improves flexibility. Amanda our full time Massage Therapist Amanda is an essential member of the team at Andersen Chiropractic as a licensed massage therapist. She has been involved with chiropractic and massage since 1999. She understands the importance of working with the doctor and listening to the patient to achieve optimal results. Dr. Ken and Amanda have been treating patients together since 2003.

Spinal Decompression

Spinal decompression therapy in Sandy, UT is a type of motorized traction that may help relieve neck and back pain. Spinal decompression works by gently stretching the spine, the vertebra gently separates creating a “vacuum phenomenon” within the disc. This will take pressure off the spinal discs and the surrounding nerves allowing it heal. If you would like to learn more about what Anderson Chiropractic can do for you with our Spinal Decompression therapy treatments, please contact our Sandy Chiropractic Office by calling (801) 572-5696
 today.

Disc Injury

The excruciating pain from spinal discs can make a person be in agony and feel helpless. The pain can be constant with everything making the pain worse. Between each spinal bone (vertebra) is a very strong cartilage called intervertebral disc. These discs can be injured due to trauma or just to a person’s lifestyle. In addition, this cartilage will slowly “wear out” or degenerate with age (this process can start in our mid 20’s). Chiropractic treatment for these types of conditions restores proper motion between the disc and vertebra to slow this “wearing out” or degeneration process down as well as decreasing the pain and inflammation. Dr. Andersen has been specializing in treatment of these types of conditions since 2001.

Headache Treatment

Nine out of ten Americans suffer from headaches and is one of the most common conditions seen in chiropractic offices. Over the last decade, headaches represent 13% of chiropractic patient’s presenting complaints. Headaches not only have a significant adverse impact on adults but “frequent or severe headaches including migraine in the past 12 months were reported in 17.1% of children.”

Lower Back Pain Treatment

Chiropractic care is conservative safe and effective low back treatment to reduce pain, decrease medication and increase overall function. In fact, after an extensive study of all currently available care for low back problems, the Agency for Health Care Policy and Research—a federal government research organization—recommended that low back pain sufferers choose the most conservative care first. And it recommended spinal manipulation as the only safe and effective, drugless form of initial professional treatment for acute low back problems in adults.

Neck Pain Treatment

The neck’s susceptibility to injury is due in part to biomechanics. Activities and events that affect cervical biomechanics include extended sitting, repetitive movement, accidents, falls and blows to the body or head, normal aging, and everyday wear and tear. Neck pain can be very bothersome, and it can have a variety of causes. Just like lower back, there are many causes of neck pain. Following an examination, Dr. Ken Andersen will determine the best course of action that may include specific spinal adjustments, physiotherapy, and cervical stretching/strengthening exercises. Dr. Ken Andersen, our Sandy Chiropractor has been successfully treating neck pain since 2001. Click below to request a Free Consultation!

Sciatica Pain Treatment

Sciatica is a symptom and not a disease where lower back pain will radiate into the buttocks and into the legs. Pain may not extend past the knee, but more severe cases will see pain into the lower legs, feet and toes. In addition to pain, a person may also feel weakness, numbness, or tingling in the lower back and into the legs. Dr. Ken Andersen has been perfecting treatment of sciatica type conditions since 2001. He has treatment protocols to speed recovery quickly and efficiently. You can quickly schedule an appointment with our chiropractor in Sandy by calling (801) 572-5696
 today.