Dr. Brendan Patrick O'connor DC
Chiropractor | Nutrition
1209 E Del Rio dr Tempe AZ, 85282About
Dr. Brendan O'connor is a Chiropractor practicing in Tempe, AZ. Dr. O'connor 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, lower back pain and headaches, among many others. Dr. O'connor seeks to reduce pain and discomfort through manipulation and adjustment of the spine.
Education and Training
Life Univerity Doctor of Chiropractic 2000
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Dr. Brendan Patrick O'connor DC's Expert Contributions
I am having pain around my hamstrings. Can I see a chiropractor for this?
Yes chiropractors are qualified to evaluate musculoskeletal issues such as muscle strains. READ MORE
I have sudden pain in my left leg. How can it be treated?
First thing you need to do is get to a qualified health care professional to determine where the pain is originating from. If it’s muscular it will resolve on its own within a few days. If it’s a nerve related issue it could be sciatica caused by nerve impingement in your back. That can be a spinal issue or a disc problem. A chiropractic exam would help determine which. READ MORE
What are the possible causes of hip pain?
Hip pain can be caused by a number of reasons. In a young, healthy individual, it’s usually due to repetitive overuse. In this case, rest and ice will help. In people in their 40’s and up, it could be the start of arthritis. READ MORE
I have a slight neck and shoulder pain every time I drive. Why does this happen?
Typically we tend to elevate our shoulders and trapezius muscles when we drive without even knowing it. Focus on relaxing your arms and shoulders when you are behind the wheel. READ MORE
Should I see a chiro after a car accident?
You should see a chiropractor 100% of the time after a car accident. Even if your symptoms are mild it's a good idea to get a professional evaluation to avoid more long term chronic issues which may arise when left untreated. READ MORE
Do chiropractors typically take x-rays?
Some but not all Chiropractors take X-rays. From the doctors standpoint it's a great educational tool to help patients understand what's going on internally. In some cases if a patient has undergone a severe trauma it's used to help rule out broken bones or other more serious conditions which may need to be addressed prior to chiropractic treatments. READ MORE
Very tight neck
It's one of the most effective ways to treat chronic neck pain and tension available. I've been treating patients for almost 18 years and the results are amazing. Try it!! READ MORE
Is it bad to suddenly stop chiropractic care?
It's about the equivalent of going to the gym for 5 years on a regular basis and then stopping. Short term you may not notice the effects, but in time those spinal joints will start to tighten up and muscle spasms will follow. Even if you can get in once every 4-6 weeks rather than stopping all together, it will make a big difference. READ MORE
Why does my back crack so much during an adjustment?
Simply put, it's a small pocket of gas which provides a cushion between the joint surfaces. When you stretch the "joint capsule" open, it releases that gas creating a pop. It's the same noise you hear when you "crack"a knuckle. READ MORE
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Clinical West Nile virus infection in 2 horses in western Canada.
- Longitudinal study of Salmonella species in 90 Alberta swine finishing farms.
- An outbreak of sheep-associated malignant catarrhal fever in bison (Bison bison) after exposure to sheep at a public auction sale.
- Farm-level risk factors for the presence of Salmonella in 89 Alberta swine-finishing barns.
- What is your diagnosis? Gastroesophageal intussusception.
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Awards
- CARE general scholarship 1997 Life University
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