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Risk Factors For Herniated Disc

Warning signs of a herniated disc can depend on the portion of the spine that is affected. If the lower back is affected, the classic sign is sciatica pain that radiates down the leg with numbness and tingling. If the neck is affected, the pain radiates down the arm and can also be accompanied by […]

Surgery Free Solution For Carpal Tunnel

Do you use a computer at work or at home? Of course! Most of us spend countless hours using our hands for repetitive tasks such as typing on our computer keyboards. This leaves us particularly vulnerable to developing carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS).  CTS is a common problem that affects the hands and the wrists. The […]

Long Lasting Health & Mobility

The Fountain of Youth is a mythical spring that restores the youth of anyone who drinks or bathes in its waters. It would be wonderful if there was such a magical solution for good health yet we learn that good health is something that we need to work toward. You get out what you put […]

Exercises to Increase Flexibility

Flexibility is the ability to extend or stretch without breaking. Medically, the term is used to describe the range of motion in a muscle or joint. Increasing your flexibility is crucial for preventing injury and it can also improve performance. Loss of flexibility can lead to permanent changes in posture and normal muscle function. Therefore, […]

New Year Fitness Plan Without The Pain

Year after year, we find ourselves indulging during the holiday season and then we are left to make New Year’s resolutions. One of the more popular resolutions is to get in shape but very often, February rolls around and this is a real challenge.  Motivation may be a factor but for many people, pain often […]

Sleep Hygiene

Sleep hygiene is a popular new buzzword that has been widely used because of the many Americans who struggle with sleep and feeling well-rested. The American Sleep Associationdefines ‘sleep hygiene’ as behaviors that one can do to help promote good sleep using behavioral interventions. Most people understand that limiting naps and stimulants are part of the […]

What Is A Health Coach? Why Would Anybody Hire One?

Health coaching is a relatively new phenomena that is gaining steam in the medical field. Let’s say you don’t feel your best. You have been struggling with fatigue & low energy day in and day out.  A doctor will run tests to find the physical cause of your ailment and try to answer the question – why […]

The Signs and Misconceptions of Spinal Degeneration

Happy National Chiropractic Health Month! As we celebrate this October, we want to ensure everyone has the tools they need to prevent back pain as it continues to be one of the most prevalent and debilitating conditions. Studies show that more than 65 million Americans suffer from some form of lower back pain annually. Spinal […]

Fender Bender? See Your Chiropractor!

Did you know that about half of all whiplash injuries occur at low speeds between 6-12 mph? The logic that if there is no damage to the car then there is probably no personal injury can be no further from the truth! A small fender bender with no real damage to a vehicle may still in […]

Be Backpack Smart!

As the summer nears to a close, students begin to prepare for the coming school year. Make sure that the students in your life choose the right backpack and use it correctly! Backpacks that are overloaded or carried improperly can cause back, shoulder and neck pain. Many students sling their packs over one shoulder, leading […]