Ricardo Alejand Rodriguez Vazqu
Chiropractor
7686 Richmond Hwy 115 Alexandria VA, 22306About
My name is Dr. Ricardo Rodriguez and I welcome you to Chiropractic & Wellness Center in Alexandria, Virginia. Here at Chiropractic & Wellness Center, we 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, frozen shoulder, plantar Fasciitis and arthritis pain, among many others. Dr. Rodriguez seeks to reduce pain and discomfort through manipulation and adjustment of the spine.
Education and Training
Palmer College of Chiropractic DC 2017
Board Certification
National Board of Chiropractic Examiners
Provider Details
Ricardo Alejand Rodriguez Vazqu's Expert Contributions
Why does my pelvis keep shifting?
Maybe the muscles around the pelvis area are tight and others are weak. Read about Lower Cross Syndrome. READ MORE
What are the symptoms of tight hip flexors?
Patient will experience pain from the front to the back of the hip. (Lower back and some thigh and lateral knee pain.) READ MORE
How do you get rid of back spasms fast?
A proper evaluation is needed to determine the cause and then the proper treatment. READ MORE
Can a chiropractor help with upper thigh pain?
Yes. A proper evaluation is needed to determine the cause and then the proper treatment. READ MORE
What does it mean when a chiropractor says you have a rib out?
Rib out means that the rib has move out of position: anterior, posterior, right, left, up or down.When that occurred, usually, patient experience pain with breathing. READ MORE
How do you get rid of leg pain fast?
Proper examination is needed to determine the cause of the problem Pain is just a symptom. READ MORE
Why do my hips get tight when I walk?
Muscle tightness and pelvis rotation can be one of the causes. READ MORE
Can leg length discrepancy be corrected?
A proper evaluation is needed to determine the cause and them the proper treatment. READ MORE
Can uneven leg length cause hip pain?
Yes. A proper evaluation is needed to determine the cause and then, the proper treatment. READ MORE
Does swimming help scoliosis?
Swimming is one of the most complete exercises. Can help to strength your back. However, at your age usually scoliosis stops deteriorating your spine but every case varies on each individual. READ MORE
Can chiropractors adjust feet?
If after a proper evaluation is conducted and there is not contraindications, a feet adjustment may be recommend. READ MORE
How do I stop my shoulder from hurting when I sleep?
Hi: To be able to make an intelligent recommendation, a proper examination is need it. READ MORE
Is it normal to hurt more after seeing a chiropractor?
Hi. Depending on the techniques used by The Chiropractor and how your body responded to adjustments, you can experience more pain before getting better. You can always talk to your Chiropractor and express how you feel after adjustments and he/she should use different techniques that you can tolerate better.. READ MORE
Should you rest after chiropractic adjustment?
Hi, It's good to rest. It will help to recover better. READ MORE
Can spinal misalignment cause anxiety?
Yes. Due to stress and anxiety, muscles get contracted, can cause trigger points leading to vertebral subluxation or misalignment. Your body will reflex your state of mind and can manifest pain symptoms. Chiropractic can help to decrease muscle tension and correct misalignments. READ MORE
How does chiropractic relieve pain?
Hi. Depending on your current condition, Chiropractic can help to decrease tension around the neck muscles. READ MORE
Can a chiropractor damage your spine?
No. But bad adjustments can lead to pain if the Chiropractor doesn’t perform adjustments correctly. READ MORE
Should I stretch before seeing a chiropractor?
Hi. Not only when before seeing a Chiropractor but before getting up, during the day and before going to sleep. READ MORE
What should I wear to the chiropractor appointment?
Hi. Sports clothing. READ MORE
Is ice or heat better after chiropractic adjustment?
Hi. That’s a controversial discussion. Some chiropractors like heat and others like cold. One cause inflammation and help to move the body better while the other contract muscles and decrease inflammation. READ MORE
Professional Memberships
- FCA
- Unified Virginia Chiropractic Association
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