Chiropractic Treatment for Myofascial Pain Syndrome
It seems like a straightforward proposition: an injury occurs, and pain follows, in the location where the trauma happened. But what about pain that refers or radiates to another, seemingly unrelated area of the body? Referred pain is a common issue that can be treated with chiropractic care.
Treat Chronic Stress with Magnesphere Therapy
A little stress isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Short bursts of stress can boost performance, increase focus, and enhance memory. Experiencing and responding to stress builds our ability to cope with future stressors, making us more resilient. However, when stress becomes severe or sustained, it can take a serious toll on our bodies and minds. As we enter Stress Awareness Month, it’s a good time to examine the negative impacts of stress and how they
Overuse Injuries and Chiropractic Care
Overuse injuries occur slowly over time as tissue is subjected to ongoing, repetitive demand. The majority of instances are minor traumas to the soft tissues, bones, muscles, ligaments, tendons, or combinations thereof. It is a much more gradual process than acute injuries such as spraining your ankle, but while they may lack the dramatic flair of acute injuries, they can cause equivalent levels of pain and impairment. Overuse injuries involve any physical activity that has
Can Chiropractic Care Help ADHD?
ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder that often manifests as inattention and the inability to complete things, or conversely as hyperactivity and poor impulse control. It is a condition that affects more than six million children across the U.S. – as well as an estimated 8.7 million adults.
How Chiropractic Care Benefits Musicians
Playing a musical instrument is considered a creative, fun vocation or hobby. Many people don’t realize that musicians are like athletes, practicing for hours, pushing their physical limits, and placing strain on their bodies with repetitive movements in less-than-ideal positions. Like athletes, musicians may experience pain, injury, and decreased performance. Fortunately, chiropractic treatment can address these issues. How Common Is Chronic Pain in Orchestra Musicians? Chronic pain is common among all types of musicians. Musicians
Will Epidural Treatment Help My Degenerative Disc Disease?
When your back hurts all the time, you can get desperate for relief. But sometimes, the things even doctors recommend have risks that aren’t for everyone. Thinking about getting injections for your degenerative disc disease? Make sure you’re well-informed and ask questions. Will Steroid Injections Help My Degenerative Disc Disease? The efficacy of steroid injections for degenerative disc disease is a point of debate. According to a study published in 2004 by the National Institutes
Herniated Discs and Chiropractic Care
Our backs are one of the most miraculous parts of our body that help enable our movement and function. However, when injured, they can cause significant pain and discomfort, not just locally but also in various body regions due to the interconnectedness of our nervous system. A herniated disc, also known as a slipped or ruptured disc, is one such common injury. This condition occurs when the outer ring of a disc, which usually contains
Why Corrective Chiropractic Exercises Are Important
The human body is designed to move and stretch, not for the more sedentary lifestyles of modern humanity. Stretching is important under the best of circumstances, but it can be especially helpful when used to augment chiropractic adjustments. A proper program of stretching, as approved by your chiropractor, can help to maintain or improve upon gains made during your treatment. What Are Examples of Corrective Exercises? Corrective exercises are used to help patients move and
3 Benefits of Chiropractic Care for Teachers
Teaching is an admirable yet strenuous profession that demands more than just intellectual exertion. Long hours on your feet, lugging books, and grading papers can significantly strain your back and spine. Let’s delve into how chiropractic care can be beneficial for those in this vital profession.
Can Chiropractic Care Treat Bulging Discs
As we get older, and depending on the kind of work we do and the lifestyle we live, we become more prone to neck and back pain flare-ups as well as chronic pain. In the short term, taking over-the-counter medication here and there can help to take the edge off, but if you’re like 1 out of every 5 Americans who deal with chronic pain issues, then exploring pain management options, including chiropractic care, becomes