What is Patellar Tendinopathy?
A tendinopathy is a general term for pain and pathological changes caused by overuse of the tendons and surrounding areas. A person’s patella is their kneecap, so patellar tendinopathy is a condition characterized by inflammation of the patellar tendon (or ligament) that connects your kneecap to your shinbone (tibia). It is also called Jumper’s Knee […]
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Can Subluxations Clear Up on Their Own?
Subluxations are misalignments of the joints where the bones remain in contact with each other but are partially dislocated. Subluxations differ from full dislocations in that a dislocated joint is completely separated, while a subluxation is not. This doesn’t mean a subluxation can’t be incredibly painful and debilitating. It can cause a great deal of […]
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Treating Diabetic Neuropathy with Cold Laser Therapy
Diabetes is a cruel disease that can have several side effects. It’s also on the rise in the U.S., affecting more than 11% of the United States’ population. Additionally, millions of Americans have been classified as pre-diabetic. One of the side effects of diabetes can be diabetic neuropathy. This can happen when high blood sugar […]
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Can a Bulging Disc Turn into a Herniated Disc?
In between the bones of your spine, the vertebrae, are the shock absorbers of the spine – the discs. Acting as cushions between the vertebrae, they are composed of cartilage. The outer layer of cartilage is tough, with a softer center like a hard candy. These doughnut-shaped rings of cartilage exist between each vertebra of […]
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The Relationship Between Sleep and Scoliosis
Sleep is a foundational aspect of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Proper sleep not only aids in processing pain but also reduces the risk of developing chronic pain. Unfortunately, chronic pain can create a situation where it becomes more difficult to sleep, resulting in poorer pain tolerance.
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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.
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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.
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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