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Dr. Zach Sattler

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Frozen shoulder can take 1–3 years to run its course, but that doesn’t mean you have to wait years to start seeing improvement.

Frozen shoulder goes through 3 different stages: 👇

🥶 Freezing: Pain increases, inflammation develops, and movement becomes more limited.

🧊 Frozen: Pain may start to decrease, but stiffness becomes the biggest problem.

💪 Thawing: Movement gradually returns as the shoulder begins to loosen up.

Here’s what matters: Your treatment should change depending on the stage you’re in.

With the right approach, meaningful improvements in pain and mobility can happen within weeks to months, even if full recovery takes longer.

The key is figuring out which stage you’re in and treating it accordingly.

📌 Save this for later or share it with someone dealing with frozen shoulder.

#FrozenShoulder #ShoulderPain #ShoulderMobility #CameronParkChiropractic #CameronPark by @cameronparkchiropractic

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Did you know diabetes and thyroid conditions can increase your risk of frozen shoulder? 👀

Frozen shoulder doesn’t always happen because of an injury. Sometimes underlying health conditions play a role.

People with diabetes and certain thyroid disorders are more likely to develop frozen shoulder, which can cause significant pain, stiffness, and loss of motion.

That’s why your medical history matters.

If you’re dealing with shoulder pain or stiffness, make sure whoever is evaluating you knows about any diabetes or thyroid conditions.

Understanding the bigger picture can help guide the right treatment approach.

📌 Save this or share it with someone who might benefit from knowing this. by @cameronparkchiropractic

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12 hours ago

Frozen shoulder can last a lot longer than most people realize. 🥶

It often develops gradually, starting with shoulder pain and progressing into stiffness and limited range of motion.

For some people, the process can take 1–3 years, sometimes longer.

But here’s the important part: You don’t have to just sit around and wait for it to go away.

The right treatment approach depends on what stage you’re in, with the goal of managing pain, maintaining movement, and gradually restoring function.

📌 Save this or share it with someone who’s been struggling with a stiff, painful shoulder. by @cameronparkchiropractic

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Frozen shoulder? Don’t just wait it out. 👀

Frozen shoulder can take 1–3 years to run its natural course, but that doesn’t mean you have to sit around waiting.

It typically goes through 3 phases:
🥶 Freezing: Pain increases and motion decreases.
🧊 Frozen: Stiffness becomes the biggest limitation.
💪 Thawing: Pain improves and movement gradually returns.

The important part? Your treatment approach should change depending on the phase you’re in.

Early on, the focus is managing pain, calming irritation, and maintaining comfortable movement. As symptoms improve, the focus shifts toward restoring mobility and function.

The right approach can help you make progress without simply waiting for it to go away.

📌 Save this if you or someone you know is dealing with frozen shoulder. by @cameronparkchiropractic

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🦴 Disc bulge or disc herniation? What’s the difference?

Both can show up on an MRI, but they’re not exactly the same thing.

A disc bulge generally involves a broader portion of the disc extending outward, while a herniation is a more localized displacement of disc material.

Here’s what surprises most people: Both can be present without causing pain.

What matters is whether the finding actually matches your symptoms and examination.

An MRI tells us what your spine looks like. It doesn’t always tell us what’s causing your pain.

💡 The takeaway: Don’t panic over an MRI finding. Understand what it means in the context of your symptoms. by @cameronparkchiropractic

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2 days ago

Being told you need spine surgery doesn’t always mean it’s your only option.

There are absolutely situations where surgery is necessary. But if it’s not an emergency, it may be worth getting a second opinion and exploring conservative options first.

Once surgery is done, you can’t undo it.

Know your options before making the decision. 💪

Save this or send it to someone considering back surgery. 📌 #cameronpark #cameronparkchiropractic #cameronparkchiropractor by @cameronparkchiropractic

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Your MRI says you have a disc bulge… but is that actually what’s causing your pain? 🤔

Here’s something a lot of people don’t realize: Disc bulges can show up on MRIs even in people who have no pain at all.

That doesn’t mean a disc bulge can’t cause symptoms. It absolutely can, especially when it irritates a nerve or other pain-sensitive structures.

But an MRI is only one piece of the puzzle. 🧩

Your symptoms, physical exam, and how the pain affects your daily activities all matter when figuring out what’s actually going on.

The goal isn’t just to treat what shows up on an MRI. It’s to identify what’s contributing to your pain so you can get the right care.

📌 Save this for the next time you’re reviewing your MRI results. by @cameronparkchiropractic

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An MRI says you have a herniated or bulging disc… does that automatically mean surgery? No.

Disc bulges and herniations can show up on imaging even in people without pain. The MRI is one piece of the puzzle — your symptoms, exam, strength, and function matter too.

There are times when surgery is absolutely necessary, but for many people, conservative care is worth exploring first.

Don’t treat the MRI. Treat the person. 💪

Save this for someone who just got their MRI results. 📌 #cameronparkchiropractic #cameronpark #cameronparkchiropractor by @cameronparkchiropractic

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Sciatica flaring up? ⚡️

One of the biggest mistakes is thinking you need to stop moving completely.

Instead, focus on gentle movement, change positions often, make getting in and out of bed or the car easier, and use heat or ice if it feels good. 🚶‍♂️🔥🧊

If it keeps coming back, isn’t settling down, or is limiting what you can do, it may be time to figure out where the nerve irritation is actually coming from.

Save this for your next flare-up. 📌 #cameronpark #cameronparkchiropractor #cameronparkchiropractic by @cameronparkchiropractic

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4 days ago

Getting out of the car with a bad back? 🚗

Instead of twisting your low back as you stand, turn your whole body, get both legs out first, then stand up.

It’s a small change that can make getting out of the car a lot more comfortable when your back is irritated. 🙌

Save this for your next back flare-up. 📌 #cameronpark #cameronparkchiropractor #cameronparkchiropractic by @cameronparkchiropractic

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One of the simplest things you can do for your low back? Walk more. 🚶‍♂️

In a study of 11,000+ adults, people walking 100+ minutes per day had a 23% lower risk of developing chronic low back pain compared with those walking less than 78 minutes per day.

You don’t have to make every walk a workout.

Just walk more. 💪🔥

Save this as your reminder to get moving. 📌 #cameronpark #cameronparkchiropractic by @cameronparkchiropractic

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5 days ago

Walking might be one of the simplest things you can do for your low back. 🚶‍♂️

A study following 11,000+ adults found that walking 100+ minutes per day was associated with a 23% lower risk of developing chronic low back pain compared with walking less than 78 minutes per day.

It doesn’t prove walking prevents back pain, but the connection is interesting — and how much people walked seemed to matter more than how fast.

You don’t have to make every walk a workout. Just get out and move. 💪

Tag someone who needs to walk more. 👇#cameronpark #cameronparkchiropractor by @cameronparkchiropractic

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