Impacting So Many Lives
“We can’t just treat the symptoms.” ~ Dr. Schuster
Neck and back pain are among the most frequent reasons patients visit doctors. Nearly 65 million Americans report suffering from back and neck pain with almost 40 million of that suffering from chronic lower back pain. Neck and back pain affects people’s ability to work, impacts quality of life, and can lead to depression. Dr. Schuster understands how all of the body’s systems interact together so pain or discomfort in one region often causes issues in other areas. He will look at day-to-day routines, posture, exercise and diet habits, and determine the most effective and lasting way to help a patient heal and live a healthy and fulfilling life.
As a board-certified musculoskeletal doctor of osteopathy, Dr. Schuster recognizes the key role the musculoskeletal system plays in overall health. Using diverse techniques to relieve pain and treat a variety of problems, patients of Dr. Schuster’s can count on a partner to help them alleviate the pain and recover from injuries in the neck and back. Dr. Schuster works with all age groups and all types of neck and back issues whether the issue is a result of trauma, sports injury, or a chronic condition.
Common Back and Neck Complaints
- Arthritis
- Sports injuries
- Sciatica
- Carpal tunnel
- Tennis elbow
- Whiplash
- Herniated disc
- Muscle spasms
Multiple Treatment Options
Dr. Schuster treats all forms of neck and back pain from the cervical region down to the sacral and hip area. Understanding that every patient’s situation is unique, Dr. Schuster uses an array of treatment options to best care for his patients. Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) allows him to diagnose the issue and identify the best pathway to healing. His extensive career in musculoskeletal and sports medicine and his knowledge base, that includes many long-forgotten but incredibly effective osteopathic manipulative techniques, ensure patients are getting care that provides positive results.
Dr. Schuster knows that the best way to help patients lead productive and healthy lives, free from back and neck pain, requires understanding the whole person, not just the part of the body that is in pain. Weight loss, exercise, and improved posture are important tools to relieving neck and pain troubles. However, patients that suffer from back and neck issues are sometimes unsure of what types of exercise are safe or what foods are best to aid in weight loss. Dr. Schuster provides guidance to each of his patients so that they aren’t left alone in the process. If a patient requires referrals to specialists or prescriptions to aid in recovery, Dr. Schuster is an excellent resource.
Count on Dr. Schuster
Fortunately, many neck and back complications are preventable and treatable. Patients of Dr. Schuster can be sure that he will work to restore balance and flexibility to the whole musculoskeletal system. He will treat the causes of dysfunction and return patients to a healthy and productive life.
