Bernard Olson, DC
Chiropractor
1290 S 3rd St W Ste A Missoula MT, 59801About
Dr. Bernard Olson is a Chiropractor practicing in Missoula, MT. Dr. Olson specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating conditions associated with the neuromusculoskeletal system, while improving each patients functionality and quality of life. Conditions treated include sciatica, neck pain, and arthritis pain, among many others. Dr. Olson seeks to reduce pain and discomfort through manipulation and adjustment of the spine.
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What muscles are weak in rounded shoulders?
There are two important parts to that question what are weak and what are tight. The weak muscles are rhomboids, posterior (back section) of deltoids, and lower section of trapezius. The tight muscles are pec major and minor, and probably your latissimus dorsi (aka Lat). These are the most common muscles however it is recommended to get this checked by your local chiropractor or physical therapist. READ MORE
How do chiropractors adjust ankles?
Yes, as long as you ask your chiropractor if they adjust extremities. READ MORE
Do professional athletes use chiropractors?
Yes, almost all professional athletes use a chiropractor. READ MORE
Can chiropractors adjust your ribs?
Yes ribs are a very common misalignment that chiropractors take care of. READ MORE
Does cracking your neck release endorphins?
Yes, making the popping noise (cavitation) releases endorphins. That being said, I do not recommend you crack your own neck. Cracking your own neck can cause damage to your healthy discs. That is why you should have a professional such as a chiropractor adjust your spine. READ MORE
Should I wear a bra to the chiropractor?
Depends on what you are going in for. If you where a sports bra or a bra with no metal you will be fine. The metal is only important if you are getting X-rays. READ MORE
Can a chiropractor help with pins and needles feeling?
Typically, pins and needle feeling is some form of pressure on a nerve, which chiropractic usually helps with. Hope she feels better soon, Bernard Olson D.C. READ MORE
Do chiropractors realign the spine?
Yes, that is the goal of most chiropractors. READ MORE
Can chiropractic treatment ease sciatica pain?
Yes, Chiropractic has the possibility of easing sciatica symptoms. READ MORE
Does chiropractic treatment really work for kids?
Typically, children respond quickly and effectively to chiropractic adjustments. READ MORE
Is chiropractic treatment effective for son's back pain?
It may be good idea to look into chiropractic treatment for his back pain. Chiropractic treatments may also help with the nervous system functioning more properly. READ MORE
Should a chiropractor crack your neck?
It is completely normal for a chiropractor to crack your neck. That being said, in my clinic, the neck is never cracked. I use a safe and gentle instrument called Atlas Orthogonal to adjust the neck. READ MORE
Can pregnant women go see a chiropractor?
Yes, you can see a chiropractor when pregnant. Many pregnant women get good results through chiropractic care. Hope you start feel better soon, Bernard Olson, D.C. READ MORE
What could lower back pain mean?
I am sorry to hear you are having low back pain. Low back pain can be caused by many things, some of which are very serous. Without a proper examination, it is impossible to accurately diagnose. I would recommend seeing a doctor to have your pain properly assessed and diagnosed. Sorry I could not be more help, Bernard Olson D.C. READ MORE
What do you attribute your success to?
- His dedication is what he attributes his success to and his inspiration was the desire help others.
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Get to know Chiropractor Dr. Bernard Olson, who serves patients in Missoula, Montana.
Dr. Olson is a chiropractor who is currently serving patients in Missoula, Montana. He is one of 350 chiropractors in the country who has been trained in the Atlas Orthogonal treatment, as well as the only one in the state of Montana.
Dr. Olson is affiliated with Precision Chiropractic, where he uses objective and accurate diagnostic indicators to evaluate the structure and stability of a patient’s spine. Some of the testing and procedures that the practice offers include digital structural x-rays, bio-structural analysis, structural symmetrical analysis, and Atlas Orthogonal for structural corrections. The number one priority of Precision Chiropractic is to guide a patient’s spine back to its natural and normal state by using Atlas Orthogonal.
Dr. Olson received his Bachelor of Science (BS), as well as his Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) from the Palmer College of Chiropractic.
Dr. Olson attributes his success to his dedication and his desire to help others.
Chiropractic is a form of alternative medicine mostly concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system, especially the spine. As a chiropractor, Dr. Olson use hands-on spinal manipulation and other alternative treatments – the theory being that proper alignment of the body’s musculoskeletal structure, particularly the spine, will enable the body to heal itself without surgery or medication. He treats conditions such as sciatica, neck pain, and arthritis pain, among many others.
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