Never do a Self Neck Adjustment at Home

Scoliosis is a disease where the spine twists and curves to one side. It can affect anyone at any time in their life, from babies to adults, but symptoms most often begin to show in children aged 10-15. According to the American Associated of Neurological Surgeons, the disease affects 6-9 million people throughout the United States…

Work-related injuries are as common as snowflakes in winter and every day another wave of people leave the office or job site in pain and need a doctor’s attention. 1. Slips, trips, and falls At the top of the list of work-related injuries is slipping, tripping, and falling. Nearly every job environment has a floor…

There is a wide variety of professionals today that could benefit from regular chiropractic care. However, one of the primary examples are construction workers. Construction workers spend nearly all day on their feet lifting objects, reaching, bending, and otherwise straining their bodies. Injuries incurred by construction work are incredibly common and around 25% of those injuries…

Your rotator cuff is not a single muscle, but a group of several muscles and tendons that surround your shoulder joint, keeping the humerus and scapula (upper arm and shoulder) connected, while allowing for a wide range of motion.  When the rotator cuff is damaged during a car accident, it could not only result in…

Myofascial pain syndrome is a chronic pain disorder that occurs because of increased tightness and sensitivity in your myofascial tissues. These tissues are located throughout your body and support your muscles. Myofascial release therapy is a form of physical therapy that effectively treats this syndrome.  The discomfort caused by myofascial pain syndrome originates from certain…

Sarcopenia is the loss of muscle mass people experience as they age. Reduced muscle mass makes it more difficult for older people to do everyday things, such as carrying heavy grocery bags and walking quickly for long periods of time. Fortunately, there are several effective treatments for sarcopenia, including chiropractic care. What exactly is sarcopenia? From…