Is Your Desk Job Damaging Your Back?
Sitting for long periods of time can be bad for your health. Having a desk job forces people to be sedentary for the majority of their day. The lack of movement throughout the day contributes negatively to overall health and increases the risk of blood clots, heart disease, and obesity, among other issues. Having a […]
5 Reasons to See a Chiropractor
A chiropractor is a licensed medical doctor, who must adhere to a number of regulatory and licensing standards. The difference between a chiropractor and a general practitioner lies in the fact that a chiropractor knows how to “manipulate” the muscles and the skeletal system in order to improve posture, offer pain relief, and strengthen without resorting […]
Good Posture is Essential for Everyone
Poor posture is the root of many problems. It is a sign of skeletal or muscular imbalances that can be the cause of everything from headaches to backaches to joint pain. For athletes, poor posture constrains performance, increases the potential for injury, and inevitably shortens their career. As an athlete gets older their body’s ability to compensate for these […]
Chiropractic’s Holistic Approach to Headache Prevention
Do you suffer from regular headaches? Headaches, including migraines, can be remedied by a chiropractor. Most headaches are caused by a misalignment of the spine, but this isn’t always the case. A chiropractor can help determine other possible causes as well. We take a holistic approach to health in an effort to go beyond curing the […]
Heating Pad vs. Cold Pack When Treating an Injury
It’s common to grab a bag of peas or a heating pad when we have an ache or pain. The question is, should you be using ice or heat to treat your injury? Here are a few tips to help you determine which is the right solution, and how to use them appropriately. Cold Pack […]
Why Athletes Should Seek Chiropractic Care
Athletes, whether they are professionals or amateurs, have different demands on their bodies than average folk, and therefore require chiropractic care. Because athletes are far more active than the general population and put significantly more strain on their bodies, especially susceptible to injury. Often when athletes are injured, they don’t have the luxury of sitting […]
Children Can Benefit from Chiropractic Care
A popular misconception is that only adults with back pain should see a chiropractor. That is certainly not the case! Everyone in the family – no matter their age – can benefit from seeing a chiropractor. With proper care and training, alignments and other therapies can performed on teens and young adults, children, and even […]
Chiropractic Care and Concussions
A concussion a type of traumatic brain injury that results from a blow to the head – as in contact sports – or when the head or upper body is shaken violently – during a car crash, for example. Symptoms of a concussion can include: temporary loss of consciousness, headaches, dizziness, nausea, slurred speech, memory […]
What to Expect When Visiting Your Chiropractor
Visiting a chiropractor is much like visiting any medical doctor. Your first visit will require a few extra steps to ensure we treat you effectively and safely. Here’s what you can expect: A Full Medical History Be prepared to answer questions about: Prior and existing medical conditions, if any. Relevant family medical history Past and […]