If you are like the vast majority of people, you probably have a cell phone that you use on a regular basis. You send text messages, handle emails, and even watch the occasional program from time to time. On the other hand, did you know that your cell phone could be placing a lot of stress on your neck? That is where text neck syndrome could become an issue. How does text neck cause health problems? How can chiropractic care help someone who has been diagnosed with text neck? Continue reading to find out…

If you are suffering from lower back pain, you are certainly not alone. There are lots of people who suffer from low back pain, and one of the most common causes is spondylolisthesis. Even though you may think that you need to undergo spinal surgery in order to correct this condition, this is not always the case. Chiropractic care may be able to help you if you have been diagnosed with spondylolisthesis. What is this condition? How can chiropractic care help you? There are several important points you need to keep in mind. Continue reading to learn more…

One of the most common reasons why people seek the help of a healthcare professional has to do with back pain. At the same time, there are many reasons why someone might have back pain. One of the most common causes of back pain is degenerative disc disease. This is a chronic condition that can lead to mobility issues, flexibility problems, and chronic pain. A lot of people believe they need to take prescription medications or undergo surgery in order to correct degenerative disc disease. Fortunately, this is not always the case. A chiropractor may be able to treat degenerative disc disease effectively, helping people avoid side effects and complications. What is this condition, and what are the treatment options? Continue reading to find out…

If you are someone who runs on a regular basis, you understand that you are going to develop aches and pains from time to time. On the other hand, you probably understand the difference between general soreness and a serious injury. One of the most common injuries that runners develop is called iliotibial band syndrome. Usually shortened to IT band syndrome, this is commonly diagnosed when people have overtrained the pelvis and related muscles. This can make the muscles tight and cause them to get in the way of motion, causing chronic discomfort. Fortunately, there are treatment techniques that chiropractors can use to help patients avoid prescription medications and surgical procedures. What is IT band syndrome, and how can a chiropractor help with this condition? Keep reading to find out.

One of the most common reasons why people seek the care of a trained medical professional is pain. It is true that pain can show up just about anywhere in the body; however, elbow pain is commonly overlooked. When people suffer from elbow pain, this can create a serious quality of life issue. For example, people with elbow pain may have a difficult time opening a door, holding a cup, driving a car, or reading a book. Fortunately, chiropractic care can be helpful for a wide variety of elbow pain issues, including medial and lateral epicondylitis. What are medial and lateral epicondylitis? How can chiropractic care help? Keep reading to learn more…

If you are looking for a great way to lose weight and stay in shape, then you have probably thought about running. On the other hand, running can also place a lot of stress on the body. You may have aches and pains from time to time, which you may dismiss as a routine soreness. But just realize that there are more severe injuries that could require more attention. Let’s take a look at six of the most common and how chiropractic can help treat them.

When people go to work, they expect to follow a certain routine. On the other hand, many people do not realize just how common it is for someone to get hurt at work. When someone suffers a work injury, they often believe that they need to take prescription medications or undergo a serious surgical procedure. Depending on the type of injury visiting a chiropractor could be the best option. Why is this the case? How can a chiropractor help? Read on to discover several important points on why chiropractic may be the best choice for your work-related injury.

Are you worried that you may have flat feet? Are you concerned about the discomfort you are feeling in your arches? If so, you need to learn more about the arches in your feet. You might have questions about what arches are supposed to do. On the other hand, those who have flat feet know just how important their arches can be. The arches actually play a role in stabilizing the spine so let’s take a closer look at the purpose of the arches in your feet.

Among the various reasons why people seek out the care of a healthcare professional, neck pain is at the top of the list. Based on the information that has been published by the International Association for the Study of Pain, as many as half of all people in the world will suffer neck pain at some point this year. Furthermore, as many as 15 percent of people could end up with chronic neck pain at some point during their lives. In many situations, neck pain originates from the cervical spine. Understanding the anatomy of the cervical spine will help individuals understand why chiropractors do what they do, how certain exercises can lead to pain relief, and how they can better manage neck pain.

One of the most common reasons why people seek the care of a healthcare professional has to do with back pain. Because the back is such a large area, there are countless problems that could arise. When trying to diagnose a back injury or illness, the first step is to figure out where in the back the problem is located. There’s a chance this problem could have to do with the thoracic part of the spine. What is the thoracic spine and its anatomy? What types of issues could arise? There are several important points all patients should keep in mind.