A Unique, Multidisciplinary Approach to Pain Management
[caption id="attachment_241" align="alignright" width="298" caption="Receive chiropractic care for your headache pain"][/caption] Headache pain is common source of discomfort for a large number of Americans. 95% of women and 90% of men have had at least one in the 12 months. And for about 45 million of us, those headaches are chronic. Are you suffering from headache pain? While a wide va...
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Pain arising from compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve is called sciatica. Sciatica includes pain, tingling, numbness and muscle weakness is really a symptom indicating an underlying problem, not a diagnosis in and of itself. This article will explore in detail the findings of a recent controlled study comparing spinal manipulation (chiropractic) and surgery for people whose sciatica did...
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[caption id="attachment_95" align="alignright" width="300" caption="Stay healthy & stay flexible!"][/caption] When it comes to the 'Big Three of' exercise - cardiovascular, strength training and flexibility - it's pretty clear which one can get overlooked. After all, while we prize cardiovascular and strength training for their role in helping us lose weight, build muscle and get fit, the ben...
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Metabolism refers to the rate at which your body burns calories. Your metabolic rate is your personal “calories-per-hour” number. Your metabolism is lowest while you sleep and highest during and right after vigorous exercise. Here are a few health tips for raising your metabolism: 1. Don’t skip breakfast We know it's early and you are running late! Plan ahead the night before! The morning meal ...
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Chiropractors regularly treat golfers both on the professional and amateur level. The range of motion required to swing a golf club puts a great deal of pressure on the lower back. The pressure comes from rotating and extending. In addition, while a golfer goes through this motion the muscles are contracted and released kind of like a coiling effect. The uncoiling of these muscles on the downward ...
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1. Exercise At Least Three Times a Week Exercise can be something as non-strenuous and simple as a long walk 2. Maintain a Healthy Diet Eating a balanced diet helps the body heal and recover 3. Try to Always Maintain a Good Posture Don't slouch at your computer or when standing 4. Stretch, Stretch, Stretch! It's important to stretch your muscles before and after exercise 5. Don’t Turn Your...
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[caption id="attachment_253" align="alignright" width="300" caption="Chicago Chiropractic can help with stress and anxiety"][/caption] Stress and anxiety not only cause mental anguish, but physiological problems as well! Muscle tightness, headaches, nerve pain and even disc issues can arise from chronic stress. Chiropractic care can frequently provide considerable relief to those with ch...
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