Nexus Spine & Sport

09/02/2020

That’s a lot of $$ for pain remedies.
There are many alternatives treatments to consider first. Many of which are cheaper, safer, and less-invasive. Nexus Spine & Sport offers numerous non-surgical and drug-free treatment options. Call today or message us with any questions!

05/23/2020

From business meetings to lunch dates, Friday night dinners with the family to catching the game on Sunday afternoons, Casey’s in Port Huron is one of the city’s favorite gathering places. But in these days of COVID-19, what becomes of a gathering place when you’re not allowed to gather? Thoug...

03/07/2020

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“Patients with spinal pain who saw a chiropractor had half the risk of filling an opioid prescription. Among those who saw a chiropractor within 30 days of diagnosis, the reduction in risk was greater as compared with those with their first visit after the acute phase.”

Chiropractors are part of the solution. Congratulations Drs. Jim Whedon and Jay Greenstein and Clinical Compass. Ohio State Chiropractic Association

Pain Med. 2020 Mar 6. pii: pnaa014. doi: 10.1093/pm/pnaa014. [Epub ahead of print]

02/24/2020

Fun but important fact! Did you know that the hormonal changes during mensuration can have an effect on your ligaments? This laxity can increase the chances of a ligament injury during that time!
Be especially vigilant during rotational and lateral movements. Warm up properly. Consider wrapping/bracing. Wear proper footwear. Be smart.

11/12/2019

Just one part of the team. Every healthcare professional has a role, and chiropractor’s roles have been rapidly expanding. Chiropractors are trained to treat a vast array of diagnoses and can be an integral part of everyone’s health-care team.
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10/30/2019

“Important to get this message out to women who are pregnant or thinking about becoming pregnant. This new study must be considered in the context of Chou et al findings in 2017 “New evidence suggests that acetaminophen is ineffective for acute low back pain”
Time for patients and providers to consider Non-pharmacological approaches first for spine-related disorders.”

Researchers analyzed data from the Boston Birth Cohort.

10/30/2019

Here’s some radiology humor for you on this fine Wednesday.

10/29/2019

Also, get the truth on three common myths about treating back pain.

10/23/2019

TMJD or Temporomandibular joint disorder is dysfunction in the joint where the cheek bone meets the chin bone. The causes are multifactorial, and complex.
Exercises targeting the muscles of mastication (chewing) are beneficial. Myofascial stripping, isometric contractions, and range of motion exercise are examples.
This study shows that manipulation of the upper neck has proven beneficial combined with exercise. Our neck joints are neurotically tied to our TMJ, and responsible for our balance and positioning, among others.
Think you Suffer from TMJD? Schedule a consultation with Dr.Annas to answer your questions and find relief!
@ Nexus Spine & Sport

10/14/2019

One reason poor posture can contribute to low back pain ? The cumulative stress it can put on our discs.
Take this diagram, now multiply it by hours 8 hours a day for 5 days a week, and you’ll see how sit-dominant jobs can be a pain. Over time, an acute disc herniation becomes likely.
What we can do? Proper ergonomic training, posture devices, spinal/disc decompression & traction, therapeutic modalities, anti-inflammatory supplements, specific rehabilitation, all custom tailored for you.
Side Note: Take this thought to the gym . Seated rows/shrugs/etc would be contraindicated for someone with disc instability for example. Get your back properly diagnosed by Dr.Annas and take control today. .