Backpack Pain-Ouch!
Schools are back in session and Chiropractors will unfortunately see an increase in back pain in children due to heavy backpacks. Backpacks that are too heavy can cause a lot of problems for kids, like back, neck and shoulder pain, as well as poor posture. The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) offers the following tips to […]
What is a Subluxation and how can your Chiropractor help?
Subluxation is a word used commonly by Chiropractors. A common subluxation is the vertebrae of the spine or spinal subluxation. When a vertebrae is misaligned, it puts pressure on the nerve roots within the spine and can reduce the function of the nerve signals between the body and the brain. Subluxation can lead to numbness, […]
Common Causes of Headaches
It’s safe to say that most of us have suffered from a headache one time or another. And while they may be a common occurrence for some, it’s important to recognize that they aren’t normal. Here are some common causes of headaches: Stress can cause various chemicals to be released in your body, and can […]
Benefits of a Standing Desk
Unfortunately, the Pandemic has shifted many workers to remote workplaces, such as kitchen tables, home offices, and couches and has also increased the amount of time they sit in front of screens each day. Hours of sitting in an uncomfortable position can lead to increased back and neck pain, increased risk for heart disease and […]
Chiropractic Care – Benefits for Children
Chiropractic care can be an essential part of a child’s overall wellness! Misalignments of the spine, or subluxations, can cause a variety of problems. Poor posture, back pain, asthma, and stomach troubles can all be caused by subluxations. Posture correction is crucial for school-aged children who may spend much of their day hunched over a […]
Chiropractic Care and TMJ Syndrome
If you place your fingers in front of each ear and open your jaw, you can feel lots of movement. This is where your skull’s temporal bone attaches to your mandible (jaw); the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). Lots of ligaments, cartilage, fascia, discs, muscles, nerves, and blood vessels run in, around and through it. When the […]
Chiropractic Care and Pregnancy
Many women have discovered the benefits of chiropractic adjustments during pregnancy and make this a routine part of their prenatal care. Women reported less morning sickness, reduced lower back pain, and a shorter labor and delivery. A pregnant woman needs to have her body as healthy and strong as possible in order to handle the […]
Benefits of Chiropractic Care for Seniors
Chiropractic care can offer Seniors many outstanding benefits including the following: Pain Relief Chiropractic Care is one of the most effective and safest forms of health care to treat pain due to spinal related conditions. Chiropractors are trained to identify and treat subluxations (misalignments of the vertebrae) and their subsequent effect on the central nervous […]
Swimmer’s Shoulder-Your Chiropractor Can Help!
Whether you are an athlete who swims competitively, or a recreational lap swimmer, you can end up developing Swimmer’s Shoulder! Although swimming is considered a low-impact sport, the repetitive arm movement can cause irritation in the shoulder joint and the surrounding muscles. Inflammation and stress of the tendons, ligaments, and muscles are common in the […]
Chiropractic Care Can Help Your Golf Game!
Many golfers will experience a degree of back pain at one time or another. Many professional golfers have undergone back surgery to remedy the chronic back pain they have faced through golfing. Chiropractic care can help golfers with their back and golf game without the use of pain medications or surgery!! Here’s why! Swinging a […]