Michael L. Clarkin, DC

Chiropractor

Dr. Michael L. Clarkin is a Chiropractor in Oakdale, PA with special training and skill in applying chiropractic healing methods to provide relief for dysfunctions of the neck, spine, musculoskeletal, and nervous system. As a Chiropractor, Michael L. Clarkin, DC performs spine manipulation (also called chiropractic adjustment) to improve your overall physical health. Chiropractic is a medical specialty dedicated to practicing non-surgical healing techniques to reduce patient pain while improving mobility. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Chiropractors include lower back pain, neck pain, knee pain, migraines, athletic injuries, muscle strains, torn ACL, osteoarthritis, slipped or herniated spinal discs, and post-surgical recovery. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Chiropractors include x-ray, MRI, and CT scan diagnostic imaging, reflex testing, range of motion assessment, massage, electric stimulation therapy, nutritional counseling, and physical therapy.

A provider qualified by a Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.), licensed by the State and who practices chiropractic medicine -that discipline within the healing arts which deals with the nervous system and its relationship to the spinal column and its interrelationship with other body systems.

Clinical Electrophysiology Physical Therapist

Dr. Michael L. Clarkin is a Clinical Electrophysiology Physical Therapist in Oakdale, PA with special training and skill in addressing neuromuscular disorders and injuries. As a Clinical Electrophysiology Physical Therapist, Michael L. Clarkin, DC performs therapies for both acute and chronic neuromuscular conditions. Clinical Electrophysiology is physical therapy that utilizes electrotherapy and wound care. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Clinical Electrophysiology Physical Therapists include frostbite, burns, diabetic ulcers, surgical wounds, strokes, and brain or spine injuries. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Clinical Electrophysiology Physical Therapists include electromyography, range of motion exercises, wound dressing, and electrotherapy.

A licensed physical therapist, including but not limited to an individual who is a Board Certified Specialist in Clinical Electrophysiologic Physical Therapy, who has demonstrated specialized knowledge and skill in electrophysiologic examinations and evaluations and encompasses both the professional and technical components of the observation, recording, analysis, and interpretation of bioelectric muscle and nerve potentials, detected by means of surface or needle electrodes, for the purpose of evaluating the integrity of the neuromuscular system. Electrophysiologic evaluations include, but are not limited to, electrodiagnostic testing, which includes clinical needle electromyography, motor and sensory nerve conduction studies, and other evoked potential procedures.