A neck injury such as a pulled muscle or a “knot” in the muscle is something we’ve all experienced. These little aches and pains usually go away on their own, or with a little massage from a loved one. But sometimes the neck injury is more substantial, such as in a whiplash or sports injury....Read More
Whiplash pain can be much different from other types of injuries. When a car accident is severe, the pain will come on right away. If the injury produces a mild or moderate sprain, sometimes it takes a few days for the pain and inflammation to reach its maximum. Sometimes it is stiffness that is the...Read More
You don’t have to sacrifice your health for the perfect job – in fact, the healthier you are, the more successful you’re likely to be in your career as well! So give yourself the balanced life you deserve and be happy, and healthy, all work-day long. Get It Straight. Sitting up straight makes you happier!...Read More
While most of us have a look in the mirror at least once a day, few of us look at our appearance from a different angle, such as from the side. But, the view from the side can be quite revealing if you suffer from chronic neck pain. First, note the position of your head...Read More
The neck is the most flexible part of your spine and just like any other area of the body, movement exercises and good posture are important to maintain its health. Neck pains can be brought on or aggravated by how you treat this vital structure. We often neglect our neck when it comes to exercises,...Read More
Does Knee Surgery Mean I Can’t Have Chiropractic Care for My Knee? Chiropractic care is especially important after knee surgery. At one of the main chiropractic schools in the U.S., National University located outside of Chicago, chiropractors reported on their care of a 26-year-old ice hockey goalie who had already had knee surgery. He continued...Read More
In our chiropractic clinic we see a high percentage of youth athletes. Female athletes ages 9-16 are the most susceptible to knee pain and injuries for several reasons. First, the physical development of female hips rapidly changes during puberty. The reason this leaves these athletes prone to knee issues is biomechanics. The Q angle is...Read More
What Can I Do For My Knee Pain? There are always positive steps you can take to reduce your knee pain. 1. Icing Your Knee When the pain is greater, icing your knee is very beneficial to numbing the pain and decreasing the inflammation in your knee joint. To ice your knee, follow these simple...Read More
What is Knee Pain? Knee pain is pain in and around any part of the knee. The location of the pain gives our office a clue as to what is wrong with your knee. For example, if your pain is above the knee, it can mean the quadriceps tendon has been damaged. Pain behind the knee...Read More
When patients present with low back pain, it is not uncommon for pain to arise from areas other than the low back, such as the hip. There are many tissues in the low back and hip region that are susceptible to injury with have overlapping pain pathways that often make it challenging to isolate the...Read More
