Sense, Feel and Move
“I am always analyzing impacts on the internal nervous system and the way they play a role in your medical condition.” ~Dr. Schuster
As board certified neuromusculoskeletal doctor of osteopathy, Dr. Schuster is expertly trained to diagnose and treat nerve-related issues and nerve degeneration. Nerves help a body sense, feel and move. There are many parts to the nervous system. The first is the central nervous system that includes the spine and the spinal cord. The second is the peripheral nervous system that includes the rest of the body’s nerves. Think of the body’s nervous system as a giant communication network that is sending messages between the brain, spinal cord, and the rest of the body. When the communication system is down or not functioning properly, there are obviously a multitude of complications that may arise.
Are You Having Nerve Issues?
Following the osteopathic philosophy that there is an interrelationship between the structure and function of the body, Dr. Schuster addresses specific symptoms in the context of the whole person. If a patient comes to see Dr. Schuster with the following symptoms, he will know that a nerve issue is likely the concern.
Are you experiencing?
- Pain
- Numbness
- Tingling
- Pricking
- Burning
- Loss of reflexes
Once someone begins experiencing nerve-related issues, they should not hesitate seeking medical care. In some circumstances, nerve damage can be permanent. However, in most cases when treated properly, Dr. Schuster can help a patient fully heal and recover.
Common Nerve Injuries and Conditions
- Cervical radiculopathy – when a nerve root in the cervical spine becomes inflamed or damaged causing a change in neurological functioning
- Sciatica – pain that impacts the sciatic nerve, a large nerve that extends from the lower back down to the back of each leg
- Carpal tunnel syndrome – a condition that causes pain, numbness, and tingling in the hand and arm
- Migraines – a neurological condition that causes intense, debilitating headaches caused by a dysfunction of the nervous system
- Tension headaches – the most common type of headache that causes mild, moderate, or intense pain behind the eyes or in the head or neck.
- Lumbago or lower back pain – pain that stems from the lower back region
How to Treat Nerve Issues
Dr. Schuster utilizes a collection of management practices to address nerve conditions and nerve degenerative issues in his patients. He is always analyzing how nerve complaints are impacting a patient’s internal nervous system and other parts of the body that a patient may not even realize is playing a role in the medical problem.
Dr. Schuster uses osteopathic manipulation treatment (OMT) as a primary tool to address nerve conditions. By using this hands-on technique, Dr. Schuster identifies the root cause of the nerve issue and treats his patient as a whole, not just a series of symptoms. Gently applying pressure in targeted regions, Dr. Schuster improves blood flow, opening nervous system pathways, and helping to restore the body to its natural function.
Adjustments in diet also improve nerve complaints. A body depends on proper nutrition to function properly. Dr. Schuster works with his patients to evaluate their nutrition and offers his ongoing support. He also provides consultation services for patients undergoing rehab for nerve conditions. Dr. Schuster helps patients in rehab lay out effective exercise techniques to aid in the healing of nerve-related conditions or injuries.
You Are Not Alone
Nerve pain can be hard to sort out and often leaves patients feeling alone. It is not an injury that others can see and may be hard to explain. With Dr. Schuster patients are not alone. Committed to helping people achieve the best version of themselves, patients can rest assured they have an ally in Dr. Schuster.
