Armstrong Chiropractic

Surface Electromyography (sEMG)

Armstrong Chiropractic is committed to excellence in patient care, including offering our patients state-of-the-art technology. We use the highest quality instrumentation available for the purpose of detecting and correcting spinal misalignments, including a Surface Electromyography unit (sEMG). This instrument measures muscle tension and activity around the spine, much the same way an EKG measures heart muscle activity.

Muscles "brace" and tense up in response to misalignments of the spine, creating nerve irritation that negatively affects the health of the rest of the body. The sEMG helps Dr. Armstrong diagnose problem areas in your spinal alignment.

Free Screenings Available:

We always welcome any opportunity to help promote good spinal health. Dr. Armstrong is available for free spinal screenings using the sEMG at your organization, club, or business. We invite you to call or stop by for more information.

BACKPACK SAFETY TIPS
Getting Back To School Can Be "Back Breaking" Work

New research reveals an alarming danger associated with childhood backpack use. It is estimated that almost 5,000 emergency visits each year are the result of injuries related to backpacks. Backpack injuries can be prevented!

Make sure your child’s backpack weighs no more than 5 to 10 percent of his or her body weight, the backpack will cause your child to begin bending forward in an attempt to support the weight on his or her back rather than on the shoulders, by the straps.
A backpack with individualized compartments will help you position the contents most effectively.
When packing the backpack, make sure that pointy or bulky objects are packed away from the area that will rest on the child’s back. An uneven surface rubbing against your child’s back could cause painful blisters.
Tell your child to use both shoulder straps, not just one. A backpack slung over one shoulder disproportionately shifts all of the weight to one side, and can cause not only neck and muscle spasms, but also low back pain.
Padded shoulder straps are very important. Not only will they be more comfortable than non-padded straps, but they will also help prevent the straps from digging into your child’s shoulders.
The shoulder straps should be adjustable, so the backpack can be fitted to your child’s body. Shoulder straps that are too loose can cause the backpack to dangle uncomfortably, and cause misalignment and pain.
Talk to your child about the proper use of backpacks and help him or her understand why this and other ergonomic issues are important. A child who is educated early in life on these issues can apply this knowledge late in life and as a result, your child will be happier and healthier.