The Healthy Body

01/13/2023

Chiropractic adjustments, or spinal manipulation, can be done in a number of different ways. Many chiropractors use their hands to gently twist the back, while others may apply pressure on a drop-down table. Many chiropractors also use the activator method. This is where a small device is used by the chiropractor to make the adjustments, which can be a gentle way to soothe problem areas.

The Activator Method chiropractic technique is a manual manipulation treatment method that uses a hand-held, mechanical instrument for treating back and neck pain.

01/11/2023

Chiropractic care is not just for adults!

Kids chiropractic care can significantly improve certain conditions that affect children. The big three that can be helped with an adjustment are colic, acid reflux, and ear infections.

01/09/2023

Your feet play a big role in your neck and spine health. And that includes your footwear!

Good shoes provide a supportive base that helps the spine and body remain in alignment. For example, make sure the area of the shoe that fits the back of your heels is snug, but not overly tight.

01/06/2023

In addition to bearing the weight of the entire body, our feet take a beating in a variety of ways.

Foot pain is more often a result of injury, wearing ill-fitting shoes or physical issues such as arthritis or bursitis. However, in some cases, pain in your foot may be linked to problems in your spine.

Learn about the common causes of foot pain, including when it's caused by a problem in your lumbar spine, and pointers to help you understand the origin of your foot pain.

01/04/2023

Due to the frequent advancements in technology, smartphones allow us to have access to the world in our palms. Could smartphones, however, be a potential cause of neck and spinal problems in Gen Z as they grow into adulthood? If you have suspicions that your child or teen is suffering from text neck, check out this article.

"I don’t think we fully understand the ramifications and how reversible they are."

01/02/2023

A herniated - or "slipped" - disc is a spinal disc that is degenerated and bulging into the spinal cord. This pressure causes back pain and leads to other irritation of your central nervous system. The severity of herniation varies, but in many cases, chiropractic treatments can provide relief.

12/30/2022

If you're like most people, when you hear the word chiropractor, you immediately think "back doctor."

But the chiropractic profession is not only about backs. Rather, it is built on the fact that spinal alignment affects the health of the entire body.

Most chiropractors focus on treating neuromusculoskeletal issues—including back pain, neck pain, and headaches—through manual spine adjustment.

12/28/2022

When was your last tune-up?

12/26/2022

We often talk a lot about lower back pain, however, upper back pain can be just as debilitating.

Pain in the upper back is usually the result of poor posture, muscle overuse, or injury. Treatment may include home remedies, such as rest and gentle exercises, and coming to see us!

Examine upper back pain causes, including common and uncommon causes of upper back pain, including muscular irritation, joint dysfunction and more.

12/23/2022

We all know that walking is the safest, easiest form of exercise there is, so why do you need to learn how to walk correctly?

Because left ignored, an innocent ni**le can easily become a chronic problem. In fact, each year nearly 250,000 walkers are hobbled by pain or a nagging old exercise injury that walking has aggravated.

Knowing how to walk properly with the correct gait, posture, and technique can reduce your risk of muscle aches, joint pain, and injuries. Walking correctly can also give you more energy, improve your circulation, and boost your muscle strength.

12/21/2022

Did you know painkillers like Tylenol can be even harder on your liver than alcohol? Recommended doses are safe, but chiropractic is even safer. If you take painkillers to treat chronic back pain, there's a better way. Give us a call.

12/19/2022

We often hear that "once you hit your 30's things start to hurt" but that really shouldn't be the case.

Regular stretching, activity, and chiropractic care can keep you frolicking around like a kid on the playground well into your elderly years.