What Underlying Cause does ALL Musculoskeletal Pain have in Common?

MUSCULOSKELETAL PAIN Simplified

Did you know that ALL joint & muscle pain comes from 1 or both of these 2 issues?

1) DYSFUNCTION

2) DAMAGE

DYSFUNCTION (Somatic Dysfunction) is defined as: "altered functions of related components of the somatic (body framework) system". It typically occurs "from sudden movements during a slip or fall, but can also be from biomechanical deviations as well as postural abnormalities."  
SOLUTION? Postural Restoration Program

DAMAGE refers to an actual physical change to structures; Something that needs repair (i.e.. Tear, Break, Fraying, Necrosis) 
SOLUTION? SanuwaveⓇ Shockwave Program
(majority of the time... more than medical professionals realize!)

Though finding damage somewhere is often the focus, the majority of joint & muscle pain is NOT from true damage.  So, quit wasting your time on image after image... test after test... insisting on finding SOMETHING damaged to explain the pain. 

After a quick overview and test or 2, your Dr should be able to rule out anything serious.  It shouldn't take months!! 

Oftentimes, after months of searching, there is often still no definite answer. 

Even when there is a clear answer to where damage is, the focus is on how to fix the damage - rest, meds, surgery.  If none of those solutions work, or if there is not enough damage to operate, the answer is usually "I can't do anything for you." 

This is because the underlying cause of ALL musculoskeletal pain is DYSFUNCTION, with or without damage. 

Treating the DYSFUNCTION is what I do all.day.long.  As I normalize your function (restore balanced motion, position, mechanics), pain that does not include true damage will resolve. 

What if there is actual damage?? Then, the Dysfunction STILL must be resolved. Damage is then often less of an issue, but may still need direct resolution. 

Luckily, there is a technology that can re-start & reinforce your healing process!  It's called Shockwave and it is amazing. Yes, you need to see me in person for it, but I want the world to know it is out there! 

Including both of these treatments is what I refer to as the 1-2 punch!

Pain doesn't stand a chance when both "D's" are properly addressed.  Surgery is often avoided.  Injections become obsolete. 

If you're dealing with joint or muscle pain, remember, the majority of that pain can be resolved by resolving your DYSFUNCTION. 

Want to know how to address dysfunction?  

Virtual Option: www.yourpainreliefcoach.com
In-Person Options: I've created some Packages combining the 2 services, while saving you some cost. Email me for more info! prosper.kristen@gmail.com

"Take Your Musculoskeletal Health into Your Own Hands"

❤️, Kristen 

#healing #naturalhealing #jointdysfunction #pain

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