What is Acromegaly

Acromegaly (from Greek akros "high" and megas "large" - extremities enlargement) is a hormonal disorder that results when the pituitary gland produces excess growth hormone (hGH). ...

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Has anyone used a chiropractor?
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I'm at my wits end with the joint pain, especially my hip. I haven't tried a chiropractor and am wondering if any of you have? It's just not fair, this acromonstor causing us so much pain. Dang it!
Posted on 07/01/09, 04:07 pm
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Reply #1 - 07/01/09  5:27pm
" No to a chiropractor, but I have used an osteopath (pre-acro) and would definitely recommend them for dodgy joints.

MIne dealt with a shoulder I had pulled and which was painful for months afterwards. After her treatment it was much more under control. She also somewhat astounded me when I came in sniffing once complaining of continuous sinusitis, and said "I can deal with that for you". And she did.

John "
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Reply #2 - 07/02/09  12:27am
" i have worked with a chiro...but a few sessions with a PT really worked wonders...for me... "
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Reply #3 - 07/02/09  1:23pm
" My chiropractor is awesome & so is the massage therapist who works together with him. I don't know how I would manage without them. They give me a great deal of relief, especially for the TMJD. Even though it is only temporary, it is better than nothing! "
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Reply #4 - 07/02/09  3:03pm
" Hi,
NO!! to chiro' but yes!!! to osteo + Lymphatic drainage, I go every week to a local college and it keeps me going! also the teacher is a Naturopath so recomends foods and suplements acording to the medications I take. via the college it is allot cheaper and I get 2 of them working together on me, the student and the teacher too. "
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Reply #5 - 07/03/09  7:12am
" My insurance pays for it PLUS for full body massage. I cannot tell you how much relief I am getting for the TMJD and other issues. "

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