Optimal joint health is vital to keeping the body moving. They allow us to function throughout the day and perform various tasks. When healthy joints become injured or damaged, the body loses mobility. Joint issues/pain primarily present in the shoulders, wrists, hands, knees, ankles, and spine. Healthy joints are necessary for the full range of motion and comfortable movement. To… Read More
Fibromyalgia is a condition that causes pain throughout the whole body. It causes sleep problems, fatigue, and mental/emotional distress. It affects around four million adults in the United States. Individuals with Fibromyalgia tend to be more sensitive to pain. This is referred to as abnormal/altered pain perception processing. Research currently leans towards a hyperactive nervous system as one of the… Read More
Most individuals don't think about how they walk or whether they are walking with the correct posture. Knowing how to walk with the proper technique and posture can help: Ensure the bones and joints maintain proper alignment. Decrease abnormal wear and tear on the joints, muscles, and ligaments from awkward positions. Prevent neck, back, hip, and leg pain. Reduce muscle… Read More
Chocolate is comfort food. When stressed out, frustrated it makes you feel better, and when things are great, it can make them even better. However, there is a difference between the chocolate bar candies on the store shelves and healthy chocolate. Unhealthy chocolate is full of sugar and fat that can cause health problems like acne, obesity, high blood pressure,… Read More
We see it on all types of athletes nowadays. They are wearing tape that looks like it's for an injury. It is for injuries, but it can also be used as a preventative measure to avoid injuries. It is known as Kinesiology, Kinesio, KT, and elastic tape. It reduces swelling, increases mobility, and expedites recovery. It can be beneficial with… Read More
Posture exercises: It is easy to get into the bad habit of poor/improper posture, especially at work where an individual gets into a groove and continues without thinking about their posture. Not until discomfort and pain begin to present do individuals start thinking about what is causing the issues. This usually includes: Back pain Shoulder pain Neck pain Tight/Compressed spine… Read More
Herniated discs, although common, can be challenging to treat depending on the size. Over 3mm is considered a large herniated disc. However, it can progressively get more extensive, and this can cause severe side effects. The size can make the disc slip out of place and start compressing on surrounding nerves, leading to muscle weakness and nerve damage. X-Ray and… Read More
Calf pain is common in individuals that are on their feet for long periods. This could be standing, walking, as part of a job or jogging, and running. In most cases, calf soreness and/or pain result from repetitive/overuse strain/injury/tear of the calf muscles. Pain along with stiffness presents with physical activity, exercise, movement. Chiropractic treatment and Active Release can help… Read More
Chiropractic medicine is used as a standard musculoskeletal injury/strain treatment and for rehabilitation. Chiropractic helps with: Different types of back pain Headaches Neck pain Shoulder pain Arm pain Hand pain Leg pain Foot pain Spine and nervous system health are essential for a properly functioning body and overall health. There are significant benefits of chiropractic care that can improve an… Read More
Chiropractic medicine specializes in the musculoskeletal system. It treats the whole body because if one area of the body is inflamed, swollen, out of place, or damaged, it affects other areas. Chiropractic's goals are to bring the body back into balance and get it functioning at an optimal level. Achieving overall health and wellness requires an individual's body to be… Read More
Most if not all of us have probably used heat and/or ice on a sprain, strain, or sore area of the body. Having a pinched nerve, however, has a different feeling than a sprain or strain. Chiropractic treatment for a pinched nerve is recommended, but if the pain isn’t too bad, then home care can work. Which is better for… Read More
Managing rheumatoid arthritis is an ongoing balancing act. Flare-ups can still present despite following the rheumatologist's lifestyle instructions, proper medication use, and a well-maintained RA plan. Monitoring daily activities can help minimize the chances of experiencing episodes. Rheumatoid Arthritis Flare-Ups A rheumatoid arthritis flare-up is a short-term escalation of arthritis symptoms. A flare-up can go away within a day or… Read More
The hamstring muscles are three muscles in the back of the thigh. The sciatic nerve goes through or around and down the legs into the feet. Hamstring syndrome is a condition where injury or spasm apply pressure compressing the sciatic nerve. The nerve can become pinched between the hamstring muscles and the pelvic bone or the band of tissue that… Read More
Chiropractic treatment/care is a recommended pain relief option for musculoskeletal automobile, sports, personal - injuries, strains, sprains, pain, and rehabilitation. An initial chiropractic examination is similar to a standard examination administered by health care providers. What an individual can expect at their first consultation includes: Condition or pain symptoms Medical history Physical examination Initial exams last around 45 minutes or… Read More
Relaxing the low back muscles. The low back supports the weight of the upper body and provides mobility. The lumbar spine/low back is a complex structure of interconnecting: Bones Joints Nerves Ligaments Muscles All work together to provide support, strength, and flexibility. However, this complex structure is highly susceptible to injury and pain. The muscles in the low back support… Read More