Low back pain is a common condition with many people and is commonly experienced by all at some point in their lives. The severity of the pain may or may not be related to the injury that has caused it. When something as simple as a strain in the back can cause unbearable discomfort, a [...]
If you are one of the millions of people that suffer from lower back pain, then you need to know that exercise can do wonders for you. When it comes to relieving lower back pain, exercise provides more long term relief than any back pills that your doctor can give you. The fact is, pills [...]
Bursitis A bursa is a fluid filled sac that assists movement and reduces friction between moving body parts. They lie between a tendon and skin or between a tendon and bone. Bursitis is inflammation of the sac. It can be acute or chronic. Bursitis is caused by chronic overuse or trauma and it can be [...]
The term “rotator cuff” refers to a group of four tendons that attach from the shoulder muscle to the upper arm bone. There are degrees of injury to the rotator cuff. Sometimes there is a complete tear. When this happens, the entire tendon is severed from the bone. This cannot be treated with chiropractic. The [...]
Arthritis What is Arthritis? The term comes from two Greek words, “arthros” which means joint, and “itis” which means inflammation. There are many types of arthritis. The kind we are talking about in this post, is the most common kind, degenerative joint disease or “wear and tear” arthritis. To understand [...]
Chiropractic Treatment for Jaw Problems: Temporomandibular Disorder or TMD TMD (temporomandibular disorder) is a condition of the chewing muscles and joints that connect the lower jaw to the skull. The symptoms of TMD are: Difficulty biting or chewing A clicking, popping or grating sound when opening or closing the mouth Pain in the jaw [...]
Poor posture can lead to pain in the neck, shoulders and back. Having good posture means being aware of your posture throughout the day and night while you are sitting, standing, walking, driving, relaxing, sleeping, etc. We have outlined tips to bring awareness and to break bad habits. Share this information with friends and family [...]
Poor posture can lead to pain in the neck, shoulders and back. Having good posture means being aware of your posture throughout the day and night while you are sitting, standing, walking, driving, relaxing, sleeping, etc. We have outlined tips to bring awareness and to break bad habits. Share this information with friends and family [...]
It is estimated that 5 to 7 million people in the United States are affected by scoliosis. Although there are many common back conditions, scoliosis has the most potential to create a great amount of discomfort and immobility. Luckily, chiropractors can provide relief for patients and getting proper care for this issue is vital for [...]
If you constantly suffer from headaches, you are not alone. Studies have shown that 9 out of 10 Americans suffer from headaches on a daily basis. Some headaches are dull and cause throbbing pain, while others cause debilitating pain and nausea. Many people who suffer from headaches typically resort to using pain medications and fail [...]
