In June 2018, the U.S. government officially recognized National Migraine & Headache Awareness Month as a national health observance to raise awareness of a problem that affects millions. While people suffering from these conditions are all too aware of them, it’s important that you understand the causes and potential relief for these conditions.
[Read more…] about Graston Technique® and HeadachesWhat To Know About Scoliosis
Many of us first heard of scoliosis in grade school and haven’t thought too much about it since then. For those who may not be familiar, scoliosis is a curvature of the spine that could involve either the spinal column bending into a “C” or an “S” shape from your lower back to your neck, or even going from side to side. We get tested at a young age, and those with a severe enough case of scoliosis may require assistance to help straighten the spine over time as you grow.
Unfortunately, scoliosis is not limited to kids. Many adults can develop scoliosis over time, leading to discomfort, pain, and mobility issues. So, what do we need to know about scoliosis?
[Read more…] about What To Know About ScoliosisWhy Proper Lifting Is So Important
As we get older, we find ourselves needing to be more and more careful with our backs. Sleeping in the wrong position or even turning too quickly in an awkward position could have you in pain for days. Lifting is one daily activity that can put our backs in jeopardy.
Lifting can be anything from moving around household items and taking in the groceries to heavy lifting as part of our job or regular workout routine. While lifting is an important activity that helps to build up and maintain our muscles, it could also result in serious injury if not done correctly. So how do we lift properly to avoid injury?
[Read more…] about Why Proper Lifting Is So ImportantChiropractic Care and Pregnancy
During pregnancy, your musculoskeletal system goes through impressive changes. Your joints and ligaments loosen to allow space for a growing fetus and, ultimately, for birth. Chiropractic care can help your body adjust to these changes and may prevent certain discomforts and complications. In observance of National Women’s Health Week, May 14-20, we’ll explore some of the ways that chiropractic care can help you have a safer, more comfortable pregnancy and delivery.
[Read more…] about Chiropractic Care and Pregnancy3 Ways Chiropractic Care Helps Reduce Stress
Every one of us deals with stress in our lives, and the older we get, it seems that there’s only more out there for us to stress about.
Whether it’s our jobs, our finances, home ownership, car ownership, or family and social obligations… there’s just no shortage of stressors. While there are some little things we can do – like take a walk to get some fresh air or enjoy a good book, album, or show – getting our minds off our stress might not be enough to get us relaxed and feeling good on a regular basis.
One of the more popular treatments for treating stress is chiropractic care. Here are three ways chiropractic care can help reduce your stress.
[Read more…] about 3 Ways Chiropractic Care Helps Reduce StressGraston Technique for Shin Splints
It happens every spring… we see a wave of patients experiencing shin pain. The issue often turns out to be shin splints – also known as medial tibial stress syndrome – a common lower leg injury that causes pain along the inner side of the shinbone. Shin splint cases soar in April when people resume physical activities that may have been on the back burner during cold weather downtime.
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