Our bodies have a funny way of dealing with stress and injuries. When we have an injury, we tend to tighten up our muscles to prevent motions that can trigger pain. Conversely, when we are under stress, our body releases hormones that can cause us to become very tense. The adrenaline and cortisol released by […]

Almost everyone has a headache once in a while, but when the pain becomes persistent, it can be debilitating. Before you reach for an over-the-counter remedy or prescription medication that can cause serious side effects including dependency, consider how these natural remedies can help you manage or eliminate headache pain. Studies show that chiropractic care

Car accidents are over in mere moments but often have consequences for your health that last for far longer. After the smoke clears, most people are simply happy to be able to walk away from such events. Most of the time you will not notice the injuries from a car accident right away. Some injuries

  Whether you’ve been in a car accident, experienced injuries when playing sports, or general stiffness in the neck and back, one of the more effective forms of treatments available to you is chiropractic care. Chiropractors use manual manipulation or adjustment within the body to help relieve the pain that you’re going through. There are

According to the American Chiropractic Association, almost 80% of Americans are likely to have back pain. A back spasm is the uncontrolled tension or contraction of the lower back’s muscles. This condition varies from occasional with minor discomfort to chronic with severe pain. One can get rid of back spasm successfully without surgery. If the

Maintaining good posture is an important part of both preserving your health and improving your overall spinal health. Unfortunately, the majority of us continue to practice bad habits. This post will look at several ways to improve your posture. Proper posture allows one to work more efficiently with less strain on your body’s ligaments and

They don’t use the term “pain in the neck” to describe something that’s a nuisance for nothing. Neck pain can be awful, even debilitating at times. Of course, visiting your chiropractor would be the best choice, but what happens when the pain occurs on the weekend? Luckily there are some very easy stretches that you

We Start Out With A Healthy Spine and Nervous System: Our flexible spines allow us to bend and move in extraordinary ways. We take these amazing capabilities for granted and often abuse our bodies. Every day we engage in activities that involve our spine and central nervous system. We are busy, and we don’t think

Shoulder pain results from a variety of occurrences, from sprains, strains, and dislocations, to rotator cuff pain from tissue irritation. These types of injuries are very common, particularly in athletes. Chiropractors are able to treat the pain through manipulation, adjustments, strengthening exercises, and joint-mobilization treatments. Chiropractic treatments are not limited to spinal issues. Most chiropractors

In our struggle to maintain a balanced and effective lifestyle, we often ignore aches and pains. We dismiss them as part of the aging process. While random bouts of discomfort are normal, chronic issues may be an indicator that something more serious is wrong. In fact, data suggests that frequent episodes of pain lead the

Why Chiropractic Care is Important to Your Health An alternative to modern medicine to relieve pain in the joints, neck, and back is chiropractic care. Chiropractors acknowledge that the body is self-healing. The concept is that when the vertebrae aren’t in proper alignment, problems can occur. More than 40 million people in the US see one

Piriformis Syndrome and Sciatica Piriformis syndrome occurs when the piriformis muscle, located in the buttocks, spasms and causes pain in the buttocks and surrounding area. Since the piriformis muscle is located very near the sciatic nerve, symptoms can also include the classic radiating pain of sciatica. Patients may have pain that runs from the buttock

5 Ways To Stay Active At Work Staying active throughout the day can counteract the damage that you may be doing to your body. Working out a few times a week is not enough to balance out the amount of time you are sitting inactive at your desk. Inactivity leads to obesity which is the

How To Exercise Without Back Pain Back pain does not have to be debilitating. Here are several tips to help you avoid back pain while realizing the benefits of regular exercise. Even if you suffer from back pain, you can safely and comfortably maintain an active lifestyle. Warm Up Properly Begin your workout with a

3 Common Injuries That Happen at the Computer Most people probably associate injuries in the workplace with such jobs as those involving construction or working with heavy machinery. What you may not know is that workplace injuries resulting from prolonged computer use are quite common. This article will discuss three of the more common injuries

Injuries resulting from a car accident are common even in the smallest of fender-benders. In the case of minor trauma, the resulting pain may not be felt right away. As the adrenaline surges at the time of the accident, the pain receptors sending signals to the brain, are overridden and you feel fine or maybe even

Do you suffer from back pain? Well, you’re not alone. According to the American Chiropractic Association, it is one of the most common reasons for missing work; and the second most common reason for visiting a doctor (only behind upper respiratory infections). Why is back pain so common? There is more than one answer to that question.

Do you often work on a computer? Stooping over a computer is the leading cause of crippling back pain. A few simple modifications in the way you work can make your pain disappear. More and more office workers are seeking chiropractic care to relieve pain.  How to Avoid Back Injuries at Work Keep Your Head

Benefits of Spinal Decompression for Herniated Discs A herniated disc is a problem with one of the disc cushions. The disc cushion is like a jelly donut between the vertebrae that stack up to make your spine.  It can be also be a slipped disc or ruptured disc. It occurs when the soft jelly donut