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Main Reasons of Low Back Pain
Low back is a big issue in Rochester. In this new blog, we get to the bottom of a common question, what causes low back pain? Bottom Line: Low back pain is the number one reason people worldwide visit their doctor and miss work. If you’ve dealt with it in the past (or maybe
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How to Make Facebook Healthy for You
Your experience on Facebook is entirely up to you. Who you follow can have a dramatic impact on your mental and physical well-being. Here are 5 steps to make Facebook healthy for you… · Step 1: Unfollow what makes you unhealthy. · Step 2: “Like” more of what inspires you. · Step 3: Look
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Finding Relief After a Car Accident Without Drugs or Surgery
Screech. Bam. Uh-oh… you’ve been involved in a car accident. Your day has been thrown upside down, and a million thoughts are racing through your head. If you don’t feel immediate pain, you may be tempted to think you don’t have a problem – but waiting too long to seek care has been shown to
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Shoulder Pain After a Car Accident: What Does it Mean?
It may surprise you to learn that shoulder injuries, like whiplash injuries, are some of the most common challenges people face after a car accident. If you’re driving and have your hands on the steering wheel at the time of an accident, the sudden forces created by the event can result in a torn rotator
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How Long Does Whiplash Last?
Symptoms of whiplash include neck pain, back pain, headaches, dizziness, and confusion — none of these sound like a good time… And if you’ve been involved in a car accident, you may be wondering how long these symptoms are going to last. There’s good news! With a proper evaluation and early treatment, there’s a high
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Whiplash: The Symptoms You Need to Know
Whiplash is an injury that occurs when your body is suddenly forced backward and forward. It’s the most common injury that happens during an automobile accident, and it’s one of the leading causes of chronic neck and back pain. While a fender bender may not seem like a big deal, new research has shown that
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Keeping Your Spinal Discs Healthy
Proactively doing things today to help your spinal discs stay healthy in the future is a smart idea. Every day, your spinal discs absorb stress related to gravity, your posture, and your movement patterns. Over time, this stress can cause wear and tear to your discs that can become painful. The good news? There are
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How to Strengthen Your Spinal Discs
No one wants to deal with back pain. Whether you’re living with pain today or looking to reduce your risk of injury in the future, you may be curious about how you can strengthen your spine. When it comes to strengthening spinal discs, it’s wise to start with the body’s core — the set of
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Types of Spinal Disc Problems
If you’ve had a spinal disc problem, you know how painful it can be. Every movement seems to hurt, and it can feel like you’ll never be back to your old self. That pain is the body’s way of signaling you to “Pay Attention Inside Now” — it’s a warning sign from your body. It’s
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What are Spinal Discs Made of?
We all know spinal discs are important — but to understand why, the real question is… what are they made of? Simply put, your spinal discs are the little cushions that sit between the bones (vertebrae) in your spine. Each disc is made up of a tough, fibrous outer layer (annulus fibrosis) and a jelly-like
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Increasing Your Energy in 2021
Have you found yourself tired and drained at the end of each day? It may be easy to grab a second (or tenth?!) coffee or energy drink but boosting your energy level doesn’t mean you need to rely on caffeine. Creating smart, healthy habits each day can help increase your energy level, mental focus, and
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Moving Your Way to Better Health in 2021
You’ve heard it before: regular exercise is good for your physical and mental health. Daily exercise can help you lose weight, lower your risk of future health challenges, reduce your stress, and improve your mental outlook. But, if you’re like many people (over 80% to be exact!), you just aren’t getting enough exercise each week.
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How to Cultivate a Positive Mindset in 2021
Mindset is the #1 predictor of success. The conversations that you have with yourself that play a major role in determining your growth. And thinking that you can’t do something can become a self-fulfilling prophecy that prevents you from acting and making the decisions you need to live your best life. The good news is
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Setting Smart Health Goals in 2021
Have you ever felt like you were working hard but weren’t making any progress towards your goals? You’re not alone. Most people feel that way each year around this time. They set goals, take a few action steps, but never seem to accomplish very much. Often the problem isn’t a lack of motivation… it’s just
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Staying Healthy This Holiday Season is the Best Gift of All
We all know someone who gets sick around the holidays every year. Are they just unlucky? Thankfully, luck doesn’t have anything to do with it! Our bodies are designed to be healthy and resilient, and research indicates that our daily choices may be the most crucial factor in our ability to stay well.
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3 Ways Chiropractic Care Can Help Reduce Your Stress
Did you know… chronic stress can contribute to health challenges like anxiety and even back pain. Why? When your body is in a constant state of stress, it produces hormones that can disrupt almost all of your body’s natural processes. That’s one of the big reasons discovering healthy ways to cope with stress
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The Link Between Your Stress and Your Spine
Your stress level and spinal health are linked through your nervous system. Just think about what happens to you physically when you get stressed out. Your muscles tense, your breathing patterns change, and often, so does the way you move. Changes in your posture, for example, can lead to neck pain, back pain,
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The Impact of Chronic Stress During the Holiday Season
Stress can actually a good thing. If a lion were chasing you, an increase in heart rate, muscle tension, and focus would hopefully help you escape unharmed! Thankfully, we don’t need to worry about being chased by a lion today. It might be someone cutting you off on the way to pick up your