Scoliosis is a sideways curvature of the spine, typically diagnosed when a person is in their teens. It is often responsive to treatment but can progress with age. In the same way, some things can make scoliosis worse. Is one of those your golf swing? As we roll into Family Golf Month, now is a good time to take on the subject. Can You Play Golf with Scoliosis? Yes, you most certainly can. Exactly how to handle it will depend upon the severity of your spinal curve. It will require some … [Read more...] about Can Golf Cause Scoliosis?
Medical Conditions
What Parents Need to Know About Scoliosis
With the countless things parents need to know about their kids’ development, it can be incredibly daunting to think about. Between school, sports, making friends, and of course, their health. Many medical conditions can develop over time, and they all need to be properly monitored and handled. … [Read more...] about What Parents Need to Know About Scoliosis
Stress and Anxiety Month
April is stress and anxiety awareness month. If you suffer from stress and anxiety, you should know that it’s a normal part of life. However, it is essential to learn more about stress and anxiety to recognize when they negatively affect us, as both can be debilitating and cause or aggravate health problems. Take some time to learn and understand what stress and anxiety are and how you can properly deal with them. … [Read more...] about Stress and Anxiety Month
Can Scoliosis Be Corrected?
What is scoliosis? According to the Mayo Clinic, scoliosis is defined as a “sideways curvature of the spine that most often is diagnosed in adolescents.” Most cases of scoliosis are mild, however, for some children, their curves can worsen as they grow. … [Read more...] about Can Scoliosis Be Corrected?
What Should You Do After a Tailbone Injury?
Most tailbone injuries are caused by trauma to the coccyx area, the triangular bony structure located at the bottom of the vertebral column. It is composed of three to five bony segments which are held in place by joints and ligaments. Injuries in this area may result in a bruise, dislocation, or fracture of the coccyx. … [Read more...] about What Should You Do After a Tailbone Injury?
Coronavirus, Cabin Fever, Spring Fever, and Driving
Last spring, saw a phenomenon known as coronavirus cabin fever -- a cabin fever that directly correlated with the rolling lockdowns and quarantining during the early months of the pandemic. While the early stay-at-home orders in some regions, as well as sectors of the economy migrating to work from home, initially led to a decline in car accidents, it wouldn’t last for long. A noticeable uptick in accidents started occurring; something we could experience again this spring. … [Read more...] about Coronavirus, Cabin Fever, Spring Fever, and Driving
When Does Back Pain Qualify for Disability (SSDI)?
Many of us will suffer from some form of back pain over the course of our lives, some more severe than others. Sometimes you’re sleeping in a position that’s causing you pain that could be adjusted, or you pull muscles in your back that could cause you great pain for days or even weeks. … [Read more...] about When Does Back Pain Qualify for Disability (SSDI)?
Can Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Cause Back Pain?
Many of us lead fast-paced lives as we juggle our work and personal responsibilities. Sometimes we get so caught up in all of life’s responsibilities that ailments like back pain sneak up on us. Maybe your mattress is good, and you’re sleeping right at night to alleviate the stress on your back, but you’re still experiencing back pain day after day. Could it be from the stress and anxiety of your day to day life? … [Read more...] about Can Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Cause Back Pain?
Can Chiropractors Help Improve Your Circulation?
When most people think about chiropractic care, spinal adjustments, and chronic pain relief are usually the first things that come to mind. However, a wide variety of ailments originate from the spine, and chiropractic care can address them. Is poor circulation one of them? … [Read more...] about Can Chiropractors Help Improve Your Circulation?
Chiropractic Care For Tinnitus
Constant noise in your head is distracting, exhausting, and can trigger both anxiety and depression. That's what people with tinnitus live with every day. About 50 million Americans deal with some degree of tinnitus, 20 million Americans suffer from chronic tinnitus, and 2 million experience extreme symptoms. … [Read more...] about Chiropractic Care For Tinnitus
Treating Spinal Stenosis
If you’ve reached middle age and find you’re feeling back pain, you could be suffering from one of the most common conditions we see at Total Chiropractic Care and Wellness. It’s called spinal stenosis and it can be a painful affliction that is common with people over 50 but can affect all types of people. … [Read more...] about Treating Spinal Stenosis