Whiplash is an injury that can start out as nothing and quickly develop at a pace that disrupts your entire life, making it one of the most subtle traumas a victim of an accident can experience – but undoubtedly one of the most painful. Most victims won’t realize they have whiplash at all, as symptoms can wait days and even up to a week to manifest. Some of the more subtle effects can be mistaken or explained
Did you know that experts estimate that nearly 90% of all world-class athletes use chiropractic care? In fact, all NFL teams rely on chiropractors as part of their staff, and 77% of athletic trainers have referred players to a chiropractor for treatment or evaluation. Why is chiropractic care so important and popular among athletes? Because it has incredible benefits! Check out some of the ways that athletes (and non-athletes!) can benefit from chiropractic care: Undo the body
Neck pain is one of the most common conditions we treat, and is the second most common form of pain in the United States (back pain is first!). Just look at the facts on neck pain below! Chiropractors are experts in the spine and musculoskeletal system, and are therefore the perfect healthcare providers to treat problems associated with the neck. The Cervical Spine The cervical spine is the portion of the spinal column occupied by the neck.
According to the World Health Organization, 80% of people experience back pain at some point in their life and seek medical treatment to deal with their pain. Chiropractic has been proven over and over again to be an effective, safe, and natural solution to back pain. However, many misconceptions about what chiropractic care is and isn’t stop people from seeking help from a chiropractor. We wanted to play our own little version of Myth Busters this week, and settle
Chiropractic care is one of the fastest-growing non-invasive and highly effective medical approaches to relieving nerve pain, joint pain, back pain, headaches, migraines, pregnancy-related pain, and a host of other maladies and ailments. Given its rise in popularity, it is inevitable that some myths would develop about chiropractic care and its various treatments and applications. The following sections identify the five most common myths. These sections analyze the sources of the myths, dispelling some of the misconceptions
Pain symptoms act as significant impediments to one’s quality of life and their ability to get through normal, day-to-day tasks. Some struggle with chronic pain and must rely on around-the-clock treatment to get through the day. But even for those whose pain is not chronic, experiencing sudden neck pain or even mild discomfort can be significantly detrimental. What Causes Neck Pain? The neck is one of the most important regions of the human body, operating as a
Ever since the COVID-19 Pandemic, Americans have become more aware of communicable illnesses and the importance of protecting their health. Year-round (but especially during cold and flu season), people have adopted new practices like taking immune support supplements, using hand sanitizer and washing their hands more often, masking in public, and avoiding heavily crowded areas. However, there is another approach to preventing colds and similar illnesses this year: chiropractic adjustments and other types of chiropractic care that
With most of the focus being on getting enough sleep every night, far too little attention is paid to how one sleeps. Indeed, given that humans spend roughly one-third of their 24-hour day in bed, it would be a good idea to learn how to sleep properly, especially if one is experiencing back pain due to poor sleep habits. Back Pain from Sleeping: A Look at the Numbers According to Henry Ford Health, many of America’s health
Chiropractic treatment and physical therapy (also known as physiotherapy) are similar forms of medicine, but they have distinct differences. Patients should be aware of these differences because, depending on their symptoms, they may require one or the other (or both). Chiropractic Care and Physical Therapy Defined Chiropractors and physical therapists specialize in addressing the musculoskeletal issues of the human body. However, the approach differs depending on the specialty. For example, chiropractors primarily use manual adjustments and manipulations
Musculoskeletal pain symptoms (pain related to the muscles, bones, tendons, ligaments, joints, and cartilage) are unpleasant and distracting. They can vary in severity, ranging from a mild annoyance to a five-alarm fire that requires immediate treatment. One of the most common types of musculoskeletal pain is that of a pinched nerve. What Causes a Pinched Nerve? First, one must answer, “What is a pinched nerve?” A pinched nerve occurs when surrounding tissues, including muscles, bones, cartilage, or
Whiplash is an injury that can start out as nothing and quickly develop at a pace that disrupts your entire life, making it one of
Did you know that experts estimate that nearly 90% of all world-class athletes use chiropractic care? In fact, all NFL teams rely on chiropractors as
Neck pain is one of the most common conditions we treat, and is the second most common form of pain in the United States (back
According to the World Health Organization, 80% of people experience back pain at some point in their life and seek medical treatment to deal with their
Chiropractic care is one of the fastest-growing non-invasive and highly effective medical approaches to relieving nerve pain, joint pain, back pain, headaches, migraines, pregnancy-related pain,
Pain symptoms act as significant impediments to one’s quality of life and their ability to get through normal, day-to-day tasks. Some struggle with chronic pain
Ever since the COVID-19 Pandemic, Americans have become more aware of communicable illnesses and the importance of protecting their health. Year-round (but especially during cold
With most of the focus being on getting enough sleep every night, far too little attention is paid to how one sleeps. Indeed, given that
Chiropractic treatment and physical therapy (also known as physiotherapy) are similar forms of medicine, but they have distinct differences. Patients should be aware of these
Musculoskeletal pain symptoms (pain related to the muscles, bones, tendons, ligaments, joints, and cartilage) are unpleasant and distracting. They can vary in severity, ranging from
