Back & Neck Pain
July 05, 2017
In the world of physical therapy, there are many treatment methods that can help you to heal. One of those used by our chiropractors is ultrasound therapy. What is Ultrasound Therapy? Ultrasound therapy, also known as therapeutic ultrasound, uses sound waves to treat musculoskeletal and other medical problems. Ultrasound is commonly used to treat inflammation,...
Chiropractic Videos
May 17, 2017
Back adjustments are a basic chiropractic technique used to decompress the spine and alleviate pain in the back, neck and throughout the body. The technique involves manipulation of vertebrae that are not functioning normally. This can increase range of motion, reduce nerve irritability, improve alignment, and relieve many symptoms throughout the body. Chiropractic adjustments are...
Back & Neck Pain
May 08, 2017
Back pain is thought to be something that just happens because you get older or because you suffered an injury. However, there are many factors that can lead to the development of back pain. Anyone can be at an increased risk of back pain if they are in poor physical health, overweight, have a physically...
Back & Neck Pain
April 26, 2017
After serving the country, military servicemen and women can face their own battles at home. While the impact of combat injuries and post-traumatic stress disorder are well-known, chronic pain and back injuries are not widely discussed. Why Are Veterans Experiencing More Pain? Back, neck, and joint pain are all too common among veterans, and the...
Back & Neck Pain
April 24, 2017
When your lower back is hurting, you can think of several reasons that could be the root of the problem. Maybe it was all those years spent in a physically demanding job, maybe it is time for a new mattress, or maybe it is just age. One source you may not be thinking of is...
Treatment Techniques
February 02, 2017
After an adjustment, you’re probably feeling rejuvenated and ready to take on the world. However, part of a strong chiropractic treatment program should involve treatment outside of the office. Your chiropractic physician will provide a back pain treatment plan that includes different modes of therapy during your appointments, as well as things you can do...
Pain Treatment
January 31, 2017
It’s 7 a.m. Your alarm clock buzzes and you rollover. In just seconds it all clicks in your mind. You’re stuck in an endless loop. The pain is radiating from your lower back, into your hips and thighs. The muscles spasm and the pain becomes achy and dull. On February 2nd while most people wait...
Pain Treatment
January 04, 2017
When you’ve injured your tailbone, you know it. A coccyx injury results in discomfort and pain in the sacral spine or tailbone area, a condition called coccydynia. Tailbone injuries can result in a bruise, dislocation, or even a fracture of the coccyx. The pain may get worse when you sit down or stand up, or...
Pain Treatment
January 03, 2017
The spinal column has different regions. In the mid-back is the thoracic spine which holds the rib cage and protects the heart and lungs. There are 12 vertebrae in the thoracic area of the spine, numbered T1 to T12. The joints in the thoracic spine are important to arm movement, bending over, bending sideways and...
