These assessment and treatment recommendations represent a synthesis of information derived from personal clinical experience and from the numerous sources which are cited, or are based on the work of researchers, clinicians and therapists who are named (Basmajian 1974, Cailliet 1962, Dvorak & Dvorak 1984, Fryette 1954, Greenman 1989, 1996, Janda 1983, Lewit 1992, 1999, Mennell 1964, Rolf 1977, Williams… Read More
[et_pb_section bb_built="1"][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type="4_4"][et_pb_text] Hips Positioning & MRI Anatomy MRI may be requested for: Bone tumor Osteoarthritis Aseptic or avascular necrosis Bursitis Pain Bones & Cartilage Of The Hips The hips joints join the legs to the trunk of the body, and are formed by the femurs and pelvic bones. The hips are ball-and-socket type joints, where the femoral head (ball)… Read More
Acknowledging statistical data, low back pain can be the result of a variety of injuries and/or conditions affecting the lumbar spine and its surrounding structures. Most cases of low back pain, however, will resolve on their own in a matter of weeks. But when symptoms of low back pain become chronic, its essential for the affected individual to seek treatment… Read More
Low back pain, or LBP, is a very common condition which affects the lumbar spine, or the lower section of the spine. Approximately more than 3 million cases of LBP are diagnosed in the United States aline every year and about 80 percent of adults worldwide experience low back pain at some point during their lifetime. Low back pain is… Read More
Chiropractic Management of Low Back Pain and Low Back-Related Leg Complaints: A Literature Synthesis Chiropractic care is a well-known complementary and alternative treatment option frequently used to diagnose, treat and prevent injuries and conditions of the musculoskeletal and nervous systems. Spinal health issues are among some of the most common reasons people seek chiropractic care, especially for low back… Read More
Crash: Few instances shatter our normal world into pieces more quickly than an automobile accident. Never expected, a wreck causes bodily injury, stress, and, in some cases, ongoing financial litigation issues. Unfortunately, the vast number of vehicles on the road today, as well as drivers' penchant for distracted driving, dramatically increases an individual's chances of being involved in a crash.… Read More
[et_pb_section bb_built="1"][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type="4_4"][et_pb_text] Based on statistical findings, approximately more than three million people in the United States are injured in an automobile accident every year. In fact, auto accidents are considered to be one of the most common causes for trauma or injury. Neck injuries, such as whiplash, frequently occur due to the sudden back-and-forth movement of the head and… Read More
Chiropractic Care: Our neck is a busy body part. It holds up and turns our head, allowing us to see, hear, and speak in the direction we choose. Although the neck is a real "team player" it's a bit of a diva, meaning it's fairly delicate. There are many ways everyday motion injures the neck, ending up causing pain, decreased… Read More
Fatigue & Pain Of Unknown Origin (PUKO) If you have fatigue and mysterious pain in your joints, muscles, and ligaments that seems to come out of nowhere, you are not alone: many people throughout the world face such issues, which are often disabling. Thousands of people per year visit their doctor in hopes of isolating the cause of such pain;… Read More
Soccer is one of the most popular team sports in the United States, and offers an excellent form of exercise to children and adults alike. Unfortunately, the nature of the sport, the repeated movement and the chance of collision, add up to quite a few opportunities for injury. Lower and upper extremity injuries, overuse injuries, and head, neck, and face… Read More
Back pain is one of the most common causes people visit their healthcare professional every year. A primary care physician is often the first doctor who can provide treatment for a variety of injuries and/or conditions, however, among those individuals seeking complementary and alternative treatment options for back pain, most people choose chiropractic care. Chiropractic care focuses on the diagnosis,… Read More
The late nineties were an era of strong debate on the issue of genetically modified food and organisms in the UK. Controversy surrounded both the scientific and political aspects of GM, with government advisory bodies being accused of biased behavior and concerns being raised over the ethical issues of the science behind GM. At lunch, a bowl of good vegetable-based… Read More
[et_pb_section bb_built="1"][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type="4_4"][et_pb_text] In association with professional experience in fitness and chiropractic care, symptoms of back pain have been determined to improve in people who participate in physical activity and exercise, as directed by a physiotherapist, or physical therapist, or any other healthcare professional, such as a chiropractor. Various complementary and alternative treatment options for back pain also involve the use… Read More
[et_pb_section bb_built="1"][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type="4_4"][et_pb_text] Attributed from a personal perspective, as a practicing chiropractor with experience on a variety of spinal injuries and conditions, back pain is one of the most common health issues reported among the general population, affecting about 8 out of 10 individuals at some point throughout their lives. While many different types of treatments are currently available to… Read More
[et_pb_section bb_built="1"][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type="4_4"][et_pb_text _builder_version="3.0.98" background_layout="light"] Respiratory Health Abstract: Diet and nutrition may be important modifiable risk factors for the development, progression and management of obstructive lung diseases such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). This review examines the relationship between dietary patterns, nutrient intake and weight status in obstructive lung diseases, at different life stages, from in-utero influences… Read More