Headaches and Chiropractic
How Does Chiropractic Work For Headaches? Headaches are one of the most common complaints that we see at our office. Although there are many causes of headaches we have found that many different types of headaches originate from mechanical problems in the neck. Some headaches such as migraine and cluster headaches are related to vascular […]
Posture
Posture Posture is the position in which we hold our bodies while standing, sitting, or lying down. Healthy posture is the correct alignment of body parts supported by the right amount of muscle tension against gravity. Our everyday movements and activities can affect this alignment and put stress on joints and muscles, sometimes resulting in […]
Guidelines To A Healthy Spine, A Healthy Life
Guidelines To A Healthy Spine, A Healthy Life Experts have debated forever as to which habits are best for the spine, and often the arguments go in circles. I’m going to break it down to four simple rules to great spinal health, which will make life a lot easier; when you feel great, and your […]
Musculoskeletal Health
Your Musculoskeletal Health: Take Steps To Strength and Stability The musculoskeletal (MSK) system is the “backbone” of your body, literally. It’s comprised of not only the spine but all your muscles, bones and joints. It’s what gives your body form. It’s what makes it possible for you to move and do the things you enjoy. […]
Joint Health
Joint Health Human joints come in many shapes and sizes and allow us to move and carry out normal activities of daily living. Without joints, we would be rigid and immobile. But they are also often injured, causing pain and discomfort. Almost 80% of injury-related healthcare visits (that’s about 65.8 million visits per year) are […]
Neck Pain
Neck Pain Your neck, also called the cervical spine, begins at the base of the skull and contains seven small vertebrae. Incredibly, the cervical spine supports the full weight of your head, which is on average about 12 pounds. While the cervical spine can move your head in nearly every direction, this flexibility makes the […]
Chiropractic Care Supports The Systems That Guide Movement
Chiropractic Care Supports The Systems That Guide Movement Momentum Trains the Nervous System Momentum isn’t just physical, it’s neurological. Repetitive walking helps the brain coordinate muscle and joints more efficiently. As coordination improves, movement becomes steadier and more confident. Chiropractic care supports healthy joint motion, helping the body move with better control and less strain.
Sleep Ergonomics For Back and Neck Pain
Sleep Ergonomics For Back and Neck Pain “Sleep ergonomics” refers to our postures and positions during sleep–which either help us rest safely and comfortably or stress joints to the point that we wake up with more aches and pains than we fell asleep with. Sleeping positions matter. Poor-quality sleep is proven to negatively affect overall […]
Back Pain: Prevention and Conservative Treatment
Back Pain: Prevention and Conservative Treatment Back pain is a fact of life for many people. Research shows that up to 80% of the population will experience back pain at some point during their lives. It is also one of the most common reasons for visits to the doctor’s office. Sometimes back pain is sharp […]
Prevent Video Game Injuries
Prevent Video Game Injuries With the growing popularity of video games, some children now experience the same types of aches and pains that their parents get from sitting at a desk all day at work. Taking steps to help kids prevent common gaming injuries can reduce pain today and potentially reduce the risk of long-term […]