Muscle strain and pain in the neck are often the results of an underlying issue, such as arthritis, spinal stenosis, disc degeneration, etc. It can sometimes be triggered by trauma, although it can also occur for no apparent reason. Regardless of whether you woke up with neck pain or it is from a chronic condition, here are a few tips that will help you prevent pain in the future and possibly ease the pain you’re experiencing.…
There is a common assumption that if you go to the chiropractor complaining of lower back pain, they will adjust your spine and send you on your way. Indeed, this may happen sometimes. But most chiropractors first want to figure out why you’re suffering lower back pain, or what’s causing your lower back pain. This enables them to better tailor their treatments to suit your particular needs. So, with that in mind, take a look at some of the most common causes of lower back pain and how chiropractors treat them.…
Many people in America struggle with losing weight. Many diet programs seem to contradict each other, and that only adds more confusion to the situation. Suffering from information overload causes discouragement, and the pursuit of better health comes to an abrupt end.
This common problem has caused some people to turn to their chiropractors to aid them in their weight loss journey. Chiropractic weight loss programs use body adjustments along with Low-Glycemic Anti-Inflammatory(LGAI) diet programs to help you stay on the road to success.…
When you’re pregnant, your number one priority after your baby is your health and comfort. You want to be vital and strong as you prepare for the delivery of your baby, which means you want your body to feel comfortable and vital as well. When you do your part to ensure your little one is healthy and strong, you also do your part to make sure your body is in the best condition for having your baby.…
If you suffer from intermittent, but extremely painful spasms in your lower back, you might try to treat or ease the pain at home. But until you learn exactly why you have back spasms in the first place, avoid doing, using, or trying anything that may make the problem worse. Learn why some people develop spasms in their lower back and why it’s vital to seek professional care for them.…
One of the most amazing things about chiropractic treatment is the range of issues that can be treated using these techniques. Chiropractic treatment has been receiving a lot of attention as more people have started to look for alternative treatment solutions to avoid dealing with the side effects of regular medication or because regular medicine doesn’t offer any viable solutions.
As it turns out, this treatment can be quite effective in the treatment and management of many conditions.…
Remember some time ago when you first met your chiropractor and they developed a treatment plan for you? Now that you have received the last adjustment and gone through the last x-ray on your treatment plan, you are probably wondering what comes next. It does depend on a few factors, but for most people, the post-chiropractic care plan is the same. You can expect the following.
Maintenance Program
A chiropractic maintenance program has you return to your chiropractor every couple of months to do a maintenance adjustment.…
If you are interested in gaining your commercial driver’s license, there are plenty of benefits to this career path. You get to travel, have independence, and have good pay for an entry-level position. However, while there are many pros to this job, one downside is the physical toll that driving can take on your body. The Mayo Clinic says that sitting for long periods of time can increase the risks of weight gain, high cholesterol levels, and high blood pressure.…
If you have a back ache, then you know you should either beg your significant other for a massage or schedule one with a professional. However, in addition to getting a back massage, you may also need to see a chiropractor. A professional chiropractor will make adjustments in your back to help correct issues like a misaligned spine or vertebrae. Additionally, when you go in to see a professional chiropractor, they will also usually take some x-rays of your back to really get a closer look at exactly what is happening medically.…
Acupuncture treatments can help you with a wide range of ailments, from relieving the nausea associated with chemotherapy to helping you quit smoking. When you’re looking for an acupuncture practitioner to treat you, it’s worthwhile to find one who can make house visits. While these practitioners commonly work in health clinics, there are many who can also visit you in your home — perhaps for a small additional fee. Here are some advantages of finding an acupuncturist who can make house visits.…