Your shoulder is the most unstable and moveable joint in your body. Its wide range of motion occurs due to four primary muscles and their tendons, called the rotator cuff. If your shoulder becomes inflamed or an impingement happens, you may make the mistake of trying to avoid using your arm to help it heal. […]
You may have more natural headache relief options than you thought! Read on to learn more about the very real benefits of chiropractic care for headache relief. The Bottom Line Are you among the half of the world’s adult population that experiences headaches year after year – maybe month after month or week after week? […]
Do you think of yourself as a “glass half-empty or half-full” sort of person? Have you ever had someone tell you to “look on the bright side” or to “turn that frown upside-down” or who tried to tell you all about positive thinking and the mind-body connection? Perhaps a friend has shared the classic “things […]
Bottom Line: “Sit up straight and stop slouching!” We’ve all heard (or said) it a million times in the name of having perfect posture. You’ve likely heard this since childhood, and for good reason. Poor posture as a kid can create health challenges later in life. Rounded shoulders (scapular protrusion), swayback (lumbar hyperlordosis) and a […]
Bottom Line: Whether you are just driving to work or taking a big family vacation, an unexpected car accident can cause painful injuries that impact you for months and years to come. The weight of your vehicle combined with motion and speed can create a tremendous amount of force. Even low-speed collisions can generate enough […]
Bottom Line: Your spine is a long chain of bones, discs, muscles, and ligaments that extend from your skull down to your tailbone. The cervical spine (your neck) is designed to support your head and protect the nerves that go out to your face, shoulders, and arms. Postural changes, arthritis, and sudden injuries are a […]
Bottom Line: If you can walk away after a car accident without any catastrophic injuries, you should certainly consider yourself lucky. But there is something important we want you to commit to your memory right now. Even if you feel ok after exchanging information and speaking with the police, it is always a good idea […]
Bottom Line: Whiplash is the term used to describe the injuries that occur as a direct result of a forceful, uncontrolled, and rapid back and forth motion of the neck. These injuries can occur during sports, slip and fall, or auto accidents. Most of us have heard of this type of injury. Most of us […]
Training, preparing, and competing are all part of what makes sports so much fun. Wait – what about rest and recovery? Afterall, the majority of motions commonly seen in many popular sports can place a tremendous amount of stress on your neck and back. And while our bodies are incredibly strong and resilient, rest and […]
Not everyone spends their entire week preparing to “play on Sunday.” Our “big game” for the week is more likely to take place in a conference room or on a Zoom call than in a stadium. Yes, most of us are probably not going to start our professional lives playing in the NFL – or […]
Athletes and active people alike are always looking for that edge that keeps them performing at their best. And there may not be anyone who embodies that spirit for so many of us more than basketball legend Michael Jordan. He won multiple world championships and gold medals and broke just about every record in the […]
CrossFit is a challenging sport! Participants primarily focus on strength and conditioning and add in a healthy dose of competition for good measure. Their training programs typically incorporate a wide range of exercises – everything from kettlebell-specific exercises to high-intensity interval training (HIIT) involving explosive plyometric movements to Olympic weightlifting and elements of powerlifting. CrossFit […]
Professional sports is big business, and sports performance is a huge part of winning. To help athletes play at the highest levels possible, they’re given access to a variety of the best healthcare options available. And that includes access to readily available chiropractic care for athletes. It’s true! In fact, chiropractors can be found on […]
Arthritis is defined as the breakdown of the cartilage around your joints, and this condition can develop anywhere in your body. Neck arthritis is quite common. Arthritis is actually a normal part of the aging process. Some of the most common symptoms associated with arthritis (including neck arthritis) are joint pain, stiffness, […]
Get this. There is a natural neck pain solution that works better than medications and is far less risky than injections or surgery. This natural neck pain solution is often recommended by many physicians. This natural neck pain solution is also recommended as a first line treatment by most major healthcare organizations. […]
Believe it or not, the average weight of the human head is a full 11 pounds. That may not seem like a lot, but imagine you had to actually hold that weight in your hands and up above your shoulders all day every day for the rest of your life. That’s exactly the […]
Designing a year of abundant health starts with ensuring you’re setting SMART goals and taking proactive daily steps to help your body function at its best. Motion is life. Movement and exercise are the essential foundations to living your best life. Not only does motion help you feel better physically – research also […]
“Your body’s ability to heal is greater than anyone has permitted you to believe.” Not only is that quote inspiring and thought-provoking, but we see the power of health and holistic healing in action every day in our practice. Your body truly does have an incredible innate ability to adapt, change, and heal. […]