Learning how to manage and combat insomnia. Being wide awake early in the morning, trying hard to fall back to sleep before the alarm goes off. Individuals that have trouble falling asleep find that it usually happens right before a vacation. Everyone experiences an occasional sleepless night, but if insomnia continues on a regular basis it can lead to various health issues.… Read More
Hormones are responsible for many functions throughout the body. The body depends on these levels to be stable and released at the proper time. For women, hormone balance becomes tricky post-menopause. Hormones are interdependent, meaning they rely on each other to function rather than work independently. The imbalance of hormones is not directly seen. It can be seen in patients… Read More
The spinal cord is the information pathway that transmits signals from the brain to the rest of the body. The body's limbs and organs cannot function properly without regular communication flowing through the spinal cord. Understanding how the sciatic nerve responds to the other parts of the body can clarify how a doctor of chiropractic heals sciatica. When severe pain… Read More
Individuals believe that a straight spine is a healthy spine. This is a misconception, a chiropractor knows that a healthy spine has the proper curvature, specifically an S curve from the top to the bottom. This curve allows/enables the spine to properly function for balancing and stabilizing the body. There are three primary curves that make up the S shape.… Read More
At home or a gym, working out with cardio exercise equipment can be a highly beneficial treatment for back discomfort, soreness, and pain. However, when checking out all the cardio machines it is recommended to use those that will help with back pain and not worsen or cause further injury. The same goes for purchasing cardio equipment to use at… Read More
Individuals experiencing radiculopathy in and around the neck notice it immediately often driving them to the medicine cabinet. This condition presents with: Acute pain Numbness Muscle spasms However, medication will only help relieve the pain temporarily but it won't alleviate what is causing the radiculopathy. This is because pain medication/s can exacerbate the condition by blocking the pain signals with… Read More
The feet are the foundation of the body. The feet carry the body's entire weight allowing for movement with ease. The feet are a complex structure that consists of: Bones Joints Muscles Ligaments Tendons Nerve endings Because of this, the feet are a high-impact area taking the everyday forces that come from: Balancing Walking Running Stopping Twisting Shifting positions… Read More
Eating healthy and spinal health are interconnected. Eating healthier will help to lose weight, and provide a healthier body mass index. This means more muscle mass, especially when integrated with more protein. The spine sustains and supports the whole torso and upper body. When weight increases in these areas it can cause an array of issues like subluxations, curvature problems,… Read More
Jaw pain can make chewing, yawning, and talking a painful experience. This is a syndrome known as Temporomandibular Joint syndrome or disorder or TMJ and TMD. What happens is the temporomandibular joint that connects the jaw to the skull becomes inflamed. It is part of the musculoskeletal system, which means that chiropractors can treat the syndrome with various chiropractic techniques… Read More
Chiropractic Care Boosts Workplace Productivity Introduction Chronic pain, poor posture, and stiffness undermine focus, energy, and efficiency at work. Chiropractic care offers a science‑based, drug‑free solution with measurable benefits for both employees and employers. Tracing the Sources of Fatigue There is a difference between being tired periodically from a long day and being tired daily. Being tired daily is also… Read More