Services

At Long Chiropractic, Inc, we take great pride in providing the finest chiropractic wellness care to our patients. Below is a sampling of the different chiropractic services we offer in our Farmington office.

We provide advanced spinal correction utilizing “state of the art” chiropractic techniques and equipment. Never in the history of chiropractic have we been able to provide the level of help and expertise that now exists. Our correction methods are safe, comfortable and very effective. As a Doctor of Chiropractic, Dr. Lisa Long has years of training and experience in delivering chiropractic spinal adjustments and applying physiologic rehabilitative therapeutic modalities.

Physiologic Rehabilitative Therapeutics

LASER THERAPY 
Dr. Long utilizes the LightForce Pro “Class IV” Deep Tissue Laser.  LightForce is a leader in providing the most advanced laser therapy products, and this laser product was developed by the most experienced laser scientists and engineers possessing a strong history of designing & manufacturing.  Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) is one of the most researched and published modalities in physical rehabilitation and is gaining increased recognition.  LLLT is in high demand as a therapeutic modality of today’s clinician.

What is Laser Therapy? An advanced technology that delivers specific wavelengths of light to treat painful and debilitating conditions by using a 9 diode cluster applicator directly on the skin.

How Does It Work? Light energy enters the damaged cells and stimulates inter-cellular activity. This reduces pain in the area and speeds the recovery of the damaged cells. Once the cells recover, the healing process is completed.

What Can I Expect During A Treatment? Laser Therapy is a painless treatment that usually lasts several minutes. Patients may experience a comfortable sensation at the point of application.

What Can I Expect After A Treatment? Most patients see positive results in 1-3 treatments. The swelling is greatly reduced and there is a rapid relief of pain. Acute conditions usually subside quickly, typically within one or more set of treatments. Chronic conditions can be controlled with regular treatments.

The following conditions have been successfully treated:

• Back & joint pain
• Musculoskeletal disorders
• Tendonitis and ligament injuries
• General pain
• Soft tissue injuries
• Arthritis
• Muscle strains and tears
• Sore muscles and joints
• Neurological pain
• Chronic non-healing wounds
• Degenerative disc and joint conditions
• Pre and post surgical treatment
• Anti-inflammation applications

Common Results:
-The rapid disappearance of pain
-Immediate improvements of local blood circulation
-Strong anti-inflammatory effect
-Rapid resolution of swollen areas
-Rapid recovery of the structural integrity of the injured region
-Timely healing of sprains and strains
-Rapid repair of superficial injuries, such as wounds and ulcers

Benefits of Laser Therapy:

• Safe
• Drug-Free
• Rapid resolution of swollen areas
• No side effects!
• Non-surgical treatment
• No sedation necessary
• Rapid results
• Reduced pain and inflammation
• Quicker recovery to normal activity after injury or surgery
• Speeds healing process

When a physical condition or injury affects mobility or quality of life, there is one goal: A rapid return to every-day activities. Long Chiropractic, Inc. has the latest in low level laser therapy technology to deliver these results.

INTERFERENTIAL CURRENT THERAPY 
A medium frequency wave modality that is used to deliver a specific amount of energy for acute, sub-acute, and chronic phases of treatment for the reduction of pain, inflammation, swelling, in soft tissues and for promotion of healing by applying electrodes directly to the skin.

CERVICAL TRACTION THERAPY Cervical traction is designed to provide safe and effective traction (i.e. stretching) to the neck and is a proven alternative to surgery for some patients. Dr. Long utilizes the Saunders Cervical Traction Device which has an innovative design for clinical traction and promotes consistency of treatment.

Depending upon the advice of your chiropractor, cervical traction can be used to treat conditions such as osteoarthritis, nerve root compression (i.e. nerve impingement), herniated discs, joint stiffness, muscle tightness, headaches, and assisting to restore normal curvature of the neck. Cervical traction will be contraindicated in the treatment of acute or traumatic injury, rheumatoid arthritis, spinal instability, spinal cord compression, fracture, malignancy, infections & inflammatory diseases, and any other conditions that may be made worse by movement.

VIBRATORY THERAPY: Pure-Wave CM-07 is a cordless, portable percussion massager which will utilize a the air-cushion stick for soft, general massage of soft tissue around joints stimulating the skin & muscle reflexes, delivering vibrations deep into the muscles, stimulating blood and lymph circulation, bringing more oxygen and nutrients into the muscle and fascial tissues. This leads to reduced muscle fatigue and soreness, breaks up muscle spasms and alleviates muscle pain, and effectively delivers a powerful healing impact alleviating pain in the body. Other health benefits include: lowering blood pressure, enhancing immune system, eliminating toxins, promoting healthy skin, balancing autonomic nervous system, and improving mood/sleep/organ and tissue health/digestion and elimination.

SINUS/LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE TECHNIQUE: 
A special stroking technique applied to local sinuses & lymphatic areas to increase circulation, elimination and healing potential for the promotion of sinus and lymphatic drainage.

MASSAGE THERAPY:

Dr. Long no longer offers Massage therapy in her practice but she will be happy to refer you to a local licensed professional to relieve your musculoskeletal discomfort and/or stress.

CUSTOM FOOT ORTHOTICS:

Dr. Long is trained & certified to cast and fit Sole Supports Custom Foot Orthotics in her practice. With Missouri State Board approval in June of 2001, Dr. Long earned 8 hours of advanced clinical training in Biomechanics and Orthotics and was certified in the use of Sole Supports “Dynamic Casting Technology.” She trained under Dr. Ed Glaser, Podiatrist and Founder & President of Sole Supports, Inc., in Nashville, TN.

We invite you to watch the video(s) below by clicking on the link below so that you may understand why Dr. Long chooses Sole Supports, Inc for her patient’s custom foot orthotics which is based on ongoing, extensive, solid research.

If you or someone you care about is experiencing shin splints, plantar fasciitis, bad spinal posture, bunion, flat feet, big toe arthritis or hallux rigidus, hammertoes, iliotibial or IT band pain syndrome, knee arthritis, lower back pain, metatarsalgia, Morton’s neuroma, tarsal tunnel syndrome, leg length disparity, decreased athletic performance, pregnancy, unsuccessful surgical treatment intervention, etc., please click on the video below by Sole Supports, Inc. which will educate you about the above-mentioned common conditions affecting the foot & lower extremities. Sole Supports Custom Orthotics can help you or someone you care about! Call us today @ (573) 760-1515 for a consultation at no charge.

Exercises/Stretching

Dr. Long encourages and recommends her patients to stretch & exercise in order to relieve stress, spasm, and painful muscles, and to actively restore their organs, muscles, joints, and function to a healthier state or to maintain health. She teaches her patients special “blueprint” exercises to help strengthen and correct their own unique problem. These exercises are safe, beneficial, and can be performed in the comfort of your own home and can improve the effectiveness of your spinal correction. In addition to skeletal misalignment, muscles and connective tissues can be out of place or strained by improper alignment and use. Remember that specific exercises and stretches can help your body stay in balance and in health.

Lifestyle Advice

Dr. Long often finds it helpful to “coach” her patients on certain activities they should avoid or do differently to avoid aggravating their particular health challenge. Her goal is to help every patient achieve a fulfilling and happy lifestyle full of the activities they enjoy most. She recognizes that each patient is a whole person, and wants to help them reach true health and wellness which is a collaborative effort between a professional and patients.

Nutritional Counseling

Dr. Long provides recommendations on basic nutrition and healthy food/drink choices to enhance the patient´s return to optimal health.

Spinal & Postural Screenings

Posture and spinal screenings can reveal important health information and unlock the door to improved health and well-being for adults & children. Dr. Long encourages parents to bring in their children for a spinal checkup so that early detection of spinal issues may be addressed and corrected for optimal future health and wellness.

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH CARE

Work Injuries (Note: You must notify Dr. Long if your injury occurred on the job or if an injury report was filled out at your workplace, and/or if you reported your injury to the appropriate work personnel. She will also require an authorized written approval from your employer or work comp insurance company before any services will be rendered in order to establish the responsible financial party)

PHYSICALS – (“Cash” service)

• Chiropractic Manipulative Therapy
• Chiropractic Care
• Sports Injuries
• Laser Therapy
• Sole Supports Custom Foot Orthotics