chiropractic for kids

Arthritis is widespread throughout America While the term arthritis incorporates multiple conditions, the pain at one end of the spectrum can be so severe that simple tasks are rendered impossible. The two major subsets of arthritis are: Osteoarthritis: a degenerative disorder, mostly found in elderly populations, which breaks down cartilage from the joints and causes…

Breaking down a back spasm A back spasm is an episode of uncontrollable tightening of a muscle. By nature they are sudden and involuntary and are often brought on by strain and overuse or as a symptom of an injury or disorder. Heavy lifting, for example, is a common cause of back spasms because it…

Why are running injuries so prevalent? Running is a seemingly innocuous activity, but as many as 1 in 2 runners will incur an injury in a given year. The jarring nature of the sport does take its toll on our joints but a significant amount of injuries can be avoided by applying proper technique and…

Office chairs (for the most part) are bad for your health The life of a desk worker is not filled with the perils of, say, a 49th floor window cleaner, but the hazards inherent with desk work are more insidious. But the good news is that as a culture we are now aware of the…

Muscles of the lower back don’t come in for enough attention Instead, we focus on building mirror muscles such as the abdomen, biceps, and triceps that enhance our appearance. And while looking great is a key to feeling great, lasting health comes from developing the muscles that matter to keep you upright and pain-free as…

Are you forgetting to train important muscle groups? More importantly, what are you foregoing when you don’t train them? All your muscles need to be moved occasionally but some are more important than others. As an office of chiropractic, we see people who go to the weight room three times a week and never target…

Are you awakened by the slightest sounds? Light sleepers are at the mercy of factors both internal and external that serve to prevent them from getting a deep, restful night’s sleep. Sleeping is an individual struggle and light sleepers often feel themselves at the mercy of sounds. While genetics and the possibility for a sleep…

What is more dreadful than not being able to fall asleep? Getting comfortable feels impossible and your feet are restless; your brain is flickering through the day and won’t seem to switch off; even your eyes begin to feel weary and tight from keeping them closed while you can’t fall asleep. It is a helpless…

^Water is critical for keeping your body balanced. If you don’t like it plain, try adding a splash of flavor!  How to balance out a diet heavy in junk With an on-the-go lifestyle, maintaining a perfect diet can be flat out impossible. Constraints on our time force us to skip out on a full morning…

^Water is critical for keeping your body balanced. If you don’t like it plain, try adding a splash of flavor!  How to balance out a diet heavy in junk With an on-the-go lifestyle, maintaining a perfect diet can be flat out impossible. Constraints on our time force us to skip out on a full morning…