With the winter sports season approaching for high schools it’s time to start taking measures so that your teen athlete can stay healthy and injury free. Young athletes must understand that if they want to play their respective sports on a competitive level for an extended period of time, they...
Many chiropractic patients hear popping or cracking sounds as their chiropractors adjust their spines. Some patients worry about this sound however, research shows that popping is simply the release of gas bubbles from the spine itself. The medical term is tribonucleation and it happens as space opens between the bony...
Injuries that are commonly associated with the same sport for kids, often referred to as overuse injuries or sport-specific injuries, can occur when a child focuses exclusively on one sport year-round. These injuries typically result from repetitive movements, overtraining, and inadequate rest. Here are some of the common injuries that...
When it comes to athletic performance or exercising most of us turn chiropractic care after an injury has occurred. In addition to pain relief, there are several important benefits that chiropractic care can offer to keep us performing our best. Here are four reasons athletes might consider chiropractic care: 1. Pain...
Most of us have ingrained in our mind “sit up straight” or “don’t slouch” ! But, why exactly is keeping good posture helpful? The spine is made up of three regions. The cervical spine (neck), thoracic spine (mid back) and lumbar spine (lower back). Each region is curved. The cervical...
Whether you’re seeking relief from back pain, improving posture, or enhancing overall well-being, it’s essential to maximize the benefits of each chiropractic adjustment. By following a few simple guidelines, you can optimize the outcomes of your chiropractic sessions and ensure a more fruitful healing journey. 1. Follow Pre-Adjustment Guidelines: This...
As we age, the body changes and most people will experience aches and pains. Most of these aches and pains are due to our posture throughout the day and our movement habits. Overtime, our bodies will adapt to the most frequent posture we hold and will become stiff. A restricted...
Q. What do you think makes Chiropractic different from other methods of care? Chiropractic has a unique outlook on how to treat the body. It combines anatomy, physiology, and neurology together. It changes the way you look at not only physical rehabilitation, but how you see “injury” and “dysfunction” on...
I have a simple challenge for you. Everyday for 30 days straight do these movements/exercises. 1) Walk indoors or outdoors (outdoors is better) for at least 10 minutes 2) 3 neck circles in both directions 3) 3 arm circles in both directions (one arm at a time) 4) 3 hip...
Unfortunately aging is part of life and all the fun things that come along with it. The gray hair, the wrinkles, the hair loss and even arthritis. As we age, so do our joints and we will develop normal arthritic changes. The amount and location of arthritis is based on...